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No-sweat secrets to lower blood pressure

Sure, keeping a lid on your blood pressure cuts heart disease risk by 50%. But a British study reveals that when blood pressure is in the healthy range (below 120/80 mmHg), blood flow to other organs is optimized too. The result: Risks of kidney and liver disease drop by 47% and lung disease risk dips by 28%. And while hormonal changes that occur after age 50 can double women’s odds of developing high blood pressure, it’s easy to combat the climb. Just…

"We give sick kids and their families a day of fun"

When Kathy Derr's young son received a terrible diagnosis, her village rallied around her in the most incredible way. Inspired by the kindness of her loved ones, she founded a nonprofit to bring the same level of support to other families

"Help! I'm constantly overthinking"

A whopping 57% of women get stuck in joystealing worry loops. Here, experts share simple ways to curb overthinking and take back control

His rescue cat's keen nose saved his life!

Thomas Williams was curious when his new rescue cat began sniffing and pawing his leg. But he was shocked when it turned out that his kitty was actually alerting him to a life-threatening condition

Love on the spot

When her lawn mower quits, Christy Mills needs help...but when Robert shows up to fix it, could he fix her broken heart too?

Outsmart these retailer tricks to save!

Surprised when you spend more than you intended when shopping? It's not your fault! Hidden marketing tricks are causing you to go over budget. Luckily, knowing what these spending traps are can help you avoid them

"I make 6 figures a year as a home organizer!"

Ann Lightfoot turned her knack for decluttering and home organization into a lucrative business. Here's how

"Help! I'm so irritable!"

With everything life throws at us, it's easy to see why women are more aggravated and stressed than ever before. Here, ways to cue calm-fast

Sweet tea that cures cravings

Discover the belly-shrinking drink and zero-cal 'skinny syrup' helping women like Susan drop up to 18 lbs in 14 days*

"I healed my slow thyroid with a sea plant!

When Vivian Nosti was told taking medication for the rest of her life was the only way to cure her debilitating hypothyroid symptoms, she took healing into her own hands. Here, she shares her story

Feel younger every day!

The key to rewinding time? Tapping into the anti-aging power of sunny summer days and warm-weather fun!

Fast fixes for summer GI bothers

Wish you could enjoy barbecues, picnics and county fairs without tummy troubles? You can! These tricks cure Gl upset in a hurry

Easy tricks to sharper hearing

Good news for the 42% of people over age 50 who are dealing with some form of hearing loss: Help is here! You don't have to miss a word at that special summer wedding or your family's backyard barbecue, thanks to a few simple, natural tips that hone your hearing and keep it sharp for years to come

The 3 best home cures for athlete's foot

Hot, humid conditions help foot fungus thrive, raising your risk of itching, cracking and redness by as much as 70%. To the rescue: remedies proven to stamp out the 3 most common types of athlete's foot so you can soak up the end of summer footloose and fancy-free!

Natural keys to sweet summer sleep

Warm weather and late sunsets increase insomnia by up to 54%.

They give kids the sports gear they need to stay safe & have fun!

When Melissa Harper and Christy Keswick learned there were kids who couldn't play sports because their parents, school or rec center couldn't afford to provide them with gear, the best friends decided to do something to change that

"They gave my son the gift of friendship!"

After finishing school, Donna Herter's son, who has Down syndrome, grew lonely. \"I want friends,\" he'd say. Heart aching, Donna put an ad on Facebook offering to pay someone, and the loving response amazed her

"I made $1,000,000 this year with my travel invention!"

Lisa Lane's leakproof bottle invention is making travelers' lives easier and boosting her own travel fund! Here's how

Last-minute summer-travel savings-found!

Want to take a vacation before the warm season ends but haven't booked it yet? Great news: We found ways that will help you save $100s on every part of your trip

Easy ways to reverse hair loss

Shedding more than usual lately? Research in Menopause found more than 52% of postmenopausal women experience thinning hair. Blame dips in estrogen, which thins hair follicles, slows growth and increases fallout. Luckily, these home cures can halt hair loss and encourage new growth naturally

"This tea cured my seasonal allergies!"

Every spring, late summer and fall, Bobbie Carlton suffered with a persistent dry cough that took her breath away…until she discovered she could brew up a cup of relief right in her own kitchen!

Speed-heal bothersome summer sunburns

These natural remedies quickly soothe painfully red skin, which means you can get back to enjoying summer fun!

Found! Little giveaways that you need more nutrients

Wouldn't it be nice if there was an easy way to tell if you're not getting enough of what you need?

Finally! Freedom from fibroids

Up to 80% of women have uterine fibroids by age 50, University of Illinois scientists say. The benign growths can cause abdominal pressure, urinary urgency and back pain, so it's no surprise they're the top cause of hysterectomies. But if you catch them early, you don't need surgery. These natural fixes can shrink fibroids

Cure your headache-without the meds!

In the dog days of summer, heat and atmospheric pressure increase the risk of head pain. Luckily, natural cures promise potent relief. And they ease aches without the worry of side effects from OTC or prescription meds, such as upset stomach, vertigo or kidney damage

Happy energy + healthy heart

Wouldn't it be great to enjoy steady energy while keeping your heart strong? You can, by giving your mitochondria TLC. These tiny cell 'powerhouses' produce energy in the form of a compound called ATP. They also strengthen heart cells, which contain up to three times as many mitochondria as other organs. In fact, research in PLOS ONE reveals that when mitochondria are in top shape, heart disease risk drops by 53%. Here's how to give them a boost

She sent a text to the wrong number  and found true love!

One fateful day in October of 2009, Brenda Rivera texted a wrong number. Isaiah Stearns was inspired by her uplifting message and responded. That ‘accident’ led to love, marriage and 6 beautiful children!

"I make up to $800 a month selling reversible jewelry!"

Launching a line of reversible jewelry has been a meaningful moneymaker for Deborah Cooper-Asberry! Here's her story

Light my fire

When journalist Anna walks through the doors of the hottest new BBQ restaurant owned by Jake Emerson, the grill isn't the only thing heating up. But is romance on the menu?

He turned a near-tragedy into a lifesaving mission!

When the owner of a market saved a customer by doing CPR, he realized his store needed a portable defibrillator. Today, he has one-because the man he saved wants to pay the good deed forward!