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Too good to be good for you

Start the year off right with these lightened-up takes on winter favorites that are delicious and nutritious

Q "I received a bunch of gift cards from friends and family over the holidays.How can I get the most out of them?"

It’s a great idea to take full advantage of your new gift cards, especially since a staggering 21 billion of them go unspent every year. Here, smart shopping pro Trae Bodge TrueTrae.com) has simple tips to help you make your gift cards go further.

A perfect beginning

Looking to evade her family’s matchmaking scheme, Elaine enlists a friend as a faux date that leads to real feelings on New Year’s Eve

"Surviving a fire inspired me to help others!"

After Amy Wagner and her family lost everything in a house fire, friends and neighbors helped them get back on their feet...and Amy knew she had to find a way to pay the love and support forward!

"Help! I hate New Year's resolutions!"

It’s no secret change is hard—but there are proven ways to transform challenges into opportunities and goals into tangible outcomes

The best diet for 2025!

You’ve probably heard that eating more protein makes it easy to get leaner and healthier.

"Indoor walking healed my pain!”

Living with aches and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis, Tamara Walker had pain that threatened to take over her life and end the career she loved. Fearing that she'd never feel healthy again, she was thrilled to find that she could ease her agony with one simple step

How to get Ozempic for $25 (or less!)

If you've been trying to reach a healthier weight, you may be considering semaglutide medications like Ozempic or Wegovy. Semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which plays a role in appetite regulation and blood-sugar control. But because these medications can be pricey and are intended for long-term use, cost can be a major concern. So how much does Ozempic cost, and is it covered by insurance? Here's what you need to know, plus simple tricks to help bring down the out-of-pocket cost.

Awkward health issues solved!

The last thing you need when ringing in the new year with family and friends is for little health hiccups like gas, body odor or dandruff to distract you from the fun. To the rescue: simple, effective tricks that banish these common too-close-for-comfort worries.

Freedom from heartburn flare-ups

Closing out the holiday season with your favorite festive fare can lead to heartburn long after the party ends.

Outsmart a holiday hangover

Welcoming the new year with a toast among friends doesn't have to lead to next-day nausea, throbbing and fatigue. Science-backed timing tricks let you enjoy the celebration tonight and still feel great tomorrow

Lower your BP naturally

Keeping blood pressure in check is one of the best things you can do for your health as we kick off the new year.

Natural solutions for thicker, fuller hair

There are so many supplements that promise to boost hair growth, but it's those made with researchbacked nutrients that deliver results. Here's how to find the one that's right for you

Ring in the new year with these beauty resolutions

RESOLUTION: Trade brow pencil for brow gel

Texas man gives out warm sleeping bags to people in need

After an incident in his town tugged at his heart, Chris Bailey felt he had to do something to help his unhoused neighbors. Before he knew it, he was collecting hundreds of sleeping bags to spread warmth and love!

Christmas morning marvels

Delight loved ones with prep-ahead breakfasts that are as delicious as they are easy to whip up

A Christmas list for love

While volunteering at a charity, Sharee Walker meets a charming 'Santa' with whom sparks fly as they bond over spreading holiday cheer

Veteran gives Christmas trees a second life!

Oscar Morris knows firsthand how disabled vets are hesitant to use a cane, but today more than 1,000 former soldiers get around with his special canes that aid balance and display the story of their service

"God's love is our greatest gift!"

From her breakout role as Winnie Cooper on the hit TV show The Wonder Years to authoring 11 acclaimed math books to being a wife, mother and the star of three holiday films this season, one would think Danica McKellar has success down to a science. But life has dealt her some outliers, like a tough divorce and a fear of failure. Here, how faith and family keep her joy-filled and stress-free during the holidays

"Help! The holidays are exhausting!"

Here, simple ways to boost your energy levels physically, mentally and emotionally

She lost 118 lbs at age 56!

Want to unlock your maximum ability to get lean in 2025? Then find a weight-loss app you like and use it on your phone, tablet or computer. Recent studies show the simple strategy can give you such a huge boost, you'll literally quadruple your results compared to dieting without an app. \"If you want to set yourself up for success, it really is the way to go,\" confirms University of Vermont's Jean Harvey, Ph.D., R.D., who has conducted exciting research on the approach. Meanwhile, California reader Debbie Ramos, 56, says she's living proof of how much apps can help. After struggling on every diet under the sun, \"I tried using an app, and it changed everything,\" she shares. \"I'm down 118 pounds so far.\" Keep reading for Debbie's inspiring story and to find the app that can help you most.

"I'm free of my chronic anxiety!"

After suffering from constant worry that impacted her physical and mental health, Joni Ogle, 52, discovered a natural remedy... and its calming effects soon completely changed her life

Indulge and feel great!

It's time to eat, drink and be merry! And these clever strategies will help you enjoy your favorite holiday indulgences without body backlash

Boost muscle and rev metabolism

Muscle strength naturally declines around 3% each year after middle age, according to University of Pittsburgh research. But simple strategies help counteract age-related muscle loss (known as sarcopenia) by building lean muscle. This boosts your metabolism and accelerates fat burning, all while increasing your strength!

Soothe arthritis aches naturally

Baking cookies with the grandkids, knitting a scarf for a loved one, wrapping gifts-it's the season for fun holiday activities...that may also cause arthritis to flare up. But you don't have to let sore joints stop you from enjoying the most wonderful time of the year. We reveal the easy ways to soothe arthritis pain naturally

Freedom from snoring

Snoring is annoying, but it isn't always harmful. \"Light or inconsistent snoring can occur in healthy people without underlying health issues,\" says sleep expert Chelsie Rohrscheib, Ph.D. But \"chronic or labored snoring may be a symptom of a serious issue such as sleep apnea.\" In either case, home remedies are a good place to start. Here, 3 fixes

Easy key to extra energy

'Tis the season to feel merry and bright! But if you're frazzled and fatigued, cold-weather dehydration could be to blame. Findings in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise reveal the bloodvessel constriction that occurs in winter lowers our thirst response by 40%. And while the dehydration that results can trigger tiredness, anxiety and foggy thinking, you don't have to live with the drain. To stay hydrated and enjoy the holidays to the fullest, just...

You, party-perfect all night long

We spend a lot of time prepping and primping for festive gatherings this time of year. These easy tricks will help you look and feel your best no matter the occasion

Mom spreads hope on Christmas by giving out 3,000+gifts!

When Christine Bae learned a local toy store was going out of business and all the items were deeply discounted, she bought thousands of presents for kids in need!

Natural relief from back pain

With so much fun to be had during the holidays, the last thing you want is to be sidelined with back pain.