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The real trick to a carefree summer

It's summertime and the living's easy! Or at least it should be. But if you're stressed, warm weather may be to blame. Polish research found levels of the stress hormone cortisol are up to 50% higher in summer than in winter, which can make you feel on edge. But simply curbing cortisol helps you enjoy the happy days ahead

No more restless legs!

Does that twitchy, achy feeling better known as restless legs syndrome (RLS) make it impossible to sleep lately? Research in Sleep Medicine found that RLS spikes by up to 40% in the summer, thanks to an increase in activity and higher temperatures. And while prescription meds may seem like an easy fix, German research shows they can worsen symptoms over time. Luckily, these natural cures offer potent relief

Key to a younger, healthier you!

You know dodging dehydration helps you beat the heat. Now, a National Institutes of Health study suggests staying well-hydrated cuts the odds of feeling older than your years by 33%. Plus, it slashes the risk of longevity-hampering diseases-heart failure, dementia, stroke and diabetes-by 41%. The challenge? We often don't feel thirsty until we're already 1% to 2% dehydrated. By then, symptoms like headaches, brain fog and fatigue have begun to set in. To keep your fluid levels topped up, just...

"True love heals... and never forgets!"

When Kristy and Andrew Mackenzie were in a near-fatal motorcycle accident, Andrew suffered from amnesia. Memories of the past 29 years of their lives together were gone. Kristy was determined to help her husband remember, but the only medicine she had to offer was love!

"I earn $3,600 a year selling custom-made accessories!"

Angela Howerter found the perfect way to combine her passions for design and the great outdoors! Here's how

"I make $1,200 per month selling customized treats!"

Christina Brody-Chafe is turning her sweet tooth into even sweeter savings! Here's how she does it

Fast fudgy mmm

A swirl of raspberry-kissed buttercream transforms cake mix into delectable treats that'll satisfy any sweet tooth

She lost 207 lbs reverse dieting

TikTok's wildly popular and effective new trend makes it easy for women like Paula to melt up to 11 lbs a week*

"This tape cured my insomnia for good!"

After years of tossing and turning, Stacey Shapiro was surprised to find that the secret to a good night's sleep was as simple as redirecting her breathing

Dodge embarrassing summer bothers

Awkward little health worries like body odor, bad breath and gas don't have to put a damper on your summer fun! These easy tricks let you sail through the season with confidence

Freedom from varicose veins!

By age 60, up to 70% of women have varicose veins, painfully enlarged veins in the legs. They're twice as common in women as men, thanks to fluxing levels of hormones like estrogen and progesterone that stretch vein walls (especially during menopause).

Space-age tricks to sharper thinking

NASA astronauts not only need to be at the top of their game physically, they also need to keep their thinking sharp while working in space.

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