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PARADISE PARADOX

After moving from cities to rural areas, many women struggle with their mental well-being. Experts explain why naturally beautiful areas aren't a panacea, and offer coping mechanisms.

Numbers Game

The phrase “you’re only as old as you feel” has a whole new meaning now thanks to the world of biological age tests. But what do these buzzy tools really tell you about your wellness and habits? Read on.…

What Lights You Up?

In Editor-in-Chief LIZ BAKER PLOSSER'S book, Own Your Morning (out now in paperback!), she delves into how to make the first hours of the day more meaningful, based on what's important to you. Let her explain....

Sparka Major Life Change...Anytime

WH Lifestyle Director LINDSAY GELLER explores why a new school year, a big birthday, and even the dawn of a new morning can shift everything.

Connection Class

VOLUNTEERING AT A CRISIS HOTLINE IMPROVED LOVE AND LIFE EDITOR LYDIA WANG'S OWN MENTAL HEALTH. AT THE SAME TIME, SHE LEARNED HOW TO HELP AND SUPPORT SOMEONE IN NEED.

Sneaker Shop

WE TRIED HUNDREDS OF SHOES TO FIND THE IDEAL MATCH FOR EVERY TYPE OF EXERCISER.

HOW TO BE ON BIRTH CONTROL

As attacks on reproductive rights happen across the U.S., contraception is more important than ever. Yet many women are deciding it's no longer serving them or they're pivoting toward hormonefree options. Here, WH cuts through the (very loud) social media noise to help you decide the best route for *your* body and life. Hey, choice is pretty great, don't ya think?

The Struggles of John Fetterman

An unconventional senator opens up about his battle with depression

WHAT'S UP WITH...JOINTS THAT ACHE WHEN IT RAINS

Here's why your knee may be more accurate than Al Roker.

Got Something in Your Eye?

What's making you wince might be difficult to see, but we've got tips to help you feel better fast.

NATURAL FIXES Dandruff Remedies

Try these treatments for a flake-free scalp.

Alzheimer's in Black and White

Black Americans are up to twice as likely to get Alzheimer's disease as their white counterparts. But though drugs and interventions have the best chance to help slow cognitive decline when the disease is diagnosed at its earliest stages, their symptoms are often dismissed as \"normal aging,\" leaving the burden of care to heartbreaking their families. What can be done about this infuriating racial disparity?

HEALTHY HOBBY DRAWING

Turning thoughts into physical images may help you process the world around you.

FACE YOUR FEAR Going to the Dentist

Does the idea of opening up and saying \"Ahhh\" make you scream \"Auugh!\"? Here's how to deal.

THE POWER OF NEGATIVE THINKING

You've likely heard of the placebo effect, in which people feel genuine benefits after being treated with drugs or therapies that in fact aren't doing anything for them. Well, the reverse is true too-you may be feeling poorly because that's your unconscious expectation. Here's how to guard against the \"NOCEBO EFFECT.\"

GET YOUNGER FROM THE INSIDE OUT

We'd call this workout the fountain of youth, but it's better than that: IT'S BASED ON THE SCIENCE OF KEEPING YOUR BODY YOUNG.

SEE YA, STRESS!

Sometimes the world just seems bonkers and out of our control, and yes, that can sure exacerbate any stress you're feeling in your day-to-day life. But you can do something about it: Take steps to tidy up the messiness in your own mind. By addressing nagging worries and injecting your life with a shot of simplicity, you can open up space for more love, optimism, and joy. To help, we've got 16 ways to feel calmer-fast.

10 Steps to Change Your Eating Pattern

Do you alternate between following a meal plan and losing weight (being "good") and falling off the plan and regaining weight (being "bad")? It's a frustrating but common cycle.

Baby Blues

The baby blues set in pretty quickly after birth. About 80 percent of postpartum mothers have them, a short period filled with bouts of sadness, anxiety, stress, and mood swings after childbirth. Fortunately, they usually go away on their own soon after birth.

Exercises For The New Mama!

Pregnancy is an amazing and beautiful time, where a woman gets the unique and miraculous experience of growing a baby in her uterus.

COUCH Stretches To Try!

Spending too much time sitting or lying on the couch can cause more pain than relaxation.

FOAM ROLLER EXERCISES TO COMBAT MUSCLE PAIN

Foam rolling is a technique to release muscle tension, soreness, even inflammation. It is sometimes known as self-myofascial release (SMR).

CHANDRA NAMASKAR - A Great Way to Prepare for Sleep

The Moon Salutation was created by a group of senior female teachers at the Kripalu Center in the late 1980s. Their goal was to honor women's bodies and women's rhythms while also complementing the Sun Salutation.

MARIA VICARIO

On New Starts And Not Caring What Anyone Thinks

Better Skin by the First Bell

Outfit picked out? Check. Haircut scheduled? Yep. Breakout that shows up the night before? Not this year, honey.

5 Ways to Reduce Inflammation

Follow these simple steps to lessen pain and swelling

Skin Care for Exercisers

Exercisers are prone to numerous skin problems caused by increased moisture or friction or damaging elements like cold, sunlight, and infection.

What Doctors Don't Tell You About Sex

These three health conditions could hamper your sexuality-here's what you need to know.

5 MYTHS ABOUT COSMETIC PROCEDURES

Some expectations about popular spruce-up services may need a nip and a tuck.

ANTI-ABORTION AFTERSHOCKS

Last year's dramatic change to abortion law has further-reaching implications than you may think. In addition to revoking a health care right, the Supreme Court decision opened the door to new dangers for women and families.