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The best natural thyroid boosters

Now that barbecues, pool parties and summer weddings are upon us, we want to enjoy all the season has to offer while looking and feeling our best. The key: treating your thyroid to a little TLC.

Easy ways to drop water weight-fast!

These spa-inspired, pampering remedies flush trapped fluids and toxins from the body so you look up to 15 pounds slimmer all skin-baring season long! Read on for the treatment that suits you

"Friendship gave me and my husband a new chance at life!"

Christine Morales was moved beyond words when she needed a kidney transplant and her best friend stepped up to be the donor. But years later, when yet another medical emergency struck, she learned just how special their friendship is-a literal lifeline filled with miracles!

"Playing with this cured my depression!"

When Karen Robinovitz found herself lost in a world of emotional darkness that not even antidepressants could cure, she had no idea how she'd ever go on...until a young friend introduced her to a 'toy' that changed her life

Red velvet dream

Get ready for oohs and ahhs when you slice into this mix-easy masterpiece to reveal a layer of cool and fruity ice cream inside

Grill up a good time!

Chef Emeril Lagasse shares his easy secrets to big barbecue flavor perfect for your Father's Day bash

"Great things are on the way!"

Chef Emeril Lagasse has long held the secret sauce for success, having become one of the world's most beloved culinary icons of our time through talent, grit and a little BAM! But after COVID forced him to shutter eight restaurants, that shifted. Here, how hard times reminded him that love and a good meal are the recipe for joy

"Help! I hate my body"

A staggering-but sadly, not surprising-91% of women admit to hating their appearance. Here, empowering ways to boost your confidence and embrace all that you are

"A common spice cured my chronic 'gotta go'!"

An overactive bladder was keeping Joanna Wen from enjoying her life. But when she started spicing up her meals with a dash of cumin, something amazing happened: no more mad dashes to the bathroom!

Kitchen cures for summer ouches

When a warm-weather oops causes a cut, burn or bite, the last thing you want to do is trek to a drugstore for relief. Luckily, you don't have to! The cures are as close as your kitchen

Natural yeast infection cures

Vaginal yeast infections (often caused by Candida albicans) spike in the summer, when heat and humidity help the fungus thrive. Since symptoms like irritation, itching and discharge mimic those of other vaginal issues, first grab an OTC yeast infection test kit at a drugstore. Once it's confirmed, these fixes can help

Summer pleasures that lower cholesterol

Great news: Research reveals that the very things you enjoy most about summer improve your lipid profile, raising your 'good' HDL cholesterol while lowering both 'bad' LDL cholesterol and arteryclogging blood fats known as triglycerides. And it couldn't be easier!

Break your worry cycle!

Feel stressed lately? Your vagus nerve may have lost its tone.

"I found my birth father and it may save my life one day!"

Dave Kersting was overjoyed when his state opened his adoption records and he finally got to meet his birth father. They have much in common, including a trait that, now that he knows, may save Dave's life!

Cool, Creamy and oh so dreamy

Cheesecake fans will flip over these no-bake delights-and you'll love how easy they are to whip up

"Help! I can never make up my mind!"

On average, we make 35,000 decisions daily! Here, simple strategies that will help decrease your sense of overwhelm and boost confidence in your choices

Quick-as-a-whiff health cures!

Indiana State University research found that when certain scent compounds (terpenes) are inhaled, they travel along olfactory nerves to the brain, nudging it to heal the body and mind. Here's how to harness the benefits

Gentle relief from constipation

We love summer getaways...except for the part when we come home and are still constipated. While laxatives seem like a quick fix, they can interfere with nutrient absorption and can lead to dependence on the meds to have bowel movements, says Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D. To the rescue: these gentle remedies

No more yucky toenails!

At last, sandal season is here! But for 52% of women over 60, so are embarrassing yellowed, warped and/or brittle toenails caused by fungal infections. These infections spike in the summer, thanks to time spent poolside and the uptick in heat and humidity. The good news: Natural cures like the ones below can work just as effectively as pricey prescription medications

Nix energy-sapping blood-sugar swings

It's no secret that dodging blood-sugar surges can keep diabetes at bay. But it may surprise you to know that keeping your glucose level on an even keel also helps you stay energized all day. In fact, an Indian study found that avoiding spikes and dips cuts your odds of feeling fatigued by 90%! More good news? Dodging blood-sugar swings optimizes metabolism to speed fat loss by 42%. And it doesn't have to be a chore. These strategies make it easy...

She helps heal hearts-with art!

When a call on Randi Pupkin's heart told her to bring the visual arts to underserved populations, she knew she couldn't ignore it. But 23 years later, she could never have imagined just how many lives her nonprofit would touch-or how it would change her own family's life forever!

"It's a way to give veterans the thanks they deserve!"

Dominique Claseman has several family members who have served in the military. Saddened that his town didn't have a veterans' memorial, the Eagle Scout took on the project and had one built!

"I earn $600 per month renting baby gear to others!"

Helping traveling families vacation safely and comfortably boosts Nicole Kitzman's spirits and bank account! Here's how

5 hacks that make packing a cinch

Our clever tips will help you streamline your luggage and avoid common packing hassles on your next trip!

Happy & healthy on the road!

Summer is prime time for adventures, and wherever you're headed, these tips keep you safe in transit so you'll feel great on arrival

Secrets to your most beautiful feet!

After months of being trapped inside binding rain boots and heavy sneakers, your tootsies are likely in need of a little TLC - especially before making their grand sandal-season debut. Here, spa-inspired treatments that'll help you put your best foot forward...literally!

They bring hope and healing to our military families

When Bonnie Carroll lost her husband, a brigadier general in the National Guard, she was surprised to learn the armed forces didn't offer formal emotional support groups. No one should go through this alone, she thought, so she started her own!

Dinner made easy!

So fast, so delicious!

Sweet salute

Honor our heroes with this from-scratch treat cleverly topped with fresh fruit

Picnic fun - for everyone!

Gather your nearest and dearest to kick off the sunny season in style! All it takes to set a cheery mood is simple accents and crowd-pleasing snacks and sips