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7 books we're loving now

The Cracked Spine by Paige Shelton \"After a rough few months worrying over an ailing parent, I really needed a distraction,\" says Carey Ostergard, FIRST Executive Editor

Susan's keys to summer bliss

All My Children star Susan Lucci, 76, shares her tips for celebrating Independence Day-and every daywith a healthy heart, mind and body

Break your worry cycle!

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

4 stories that will warm your heart

\"While visiting my 6-year-old grandson, Liam, who was down with a cold, I volunteered to pick up my daughter's Instacart order at the grocery store

EASY WAYS TO burglar-proof your home!

Break-ins increase by 10% in the summer, but our tips will help you outsmart those thieves

Save BIG on backyard BBQs

From meats to sides to paper goods, the cost of firing up the grill can add up-especially when you invite friends and family to join in. Here, moneysaving pros' savvy tips to throwing a BBQ for less

private health

Expert answers to your most intimate health questions

"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

"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

"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

"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!

5 stories that will make you smile

These bottlenose dolphins at Planète Sauvage zoological park were happy to greet visitors

Grill up a good time!

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

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

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!

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

Blood-sugar REVOLUTION

A French biochemist has discovered 4 ways to improve how the body uses glucose. Sara Gottfried, M.D., reveals how it can work wonders for your over-50 midsection

10 brilliant uses for BEER

You want to spiff up your table before guests arrive but realize you're all out of furniture polish

Outsmart the new anxieties

Experts reveal the modern-day stressors that are becoming more common-and the solutions that will tame tensions and increase joy

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

"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!

Yes. They Are Coming for Your Birth Control

The antiabortion movement succeeded in overturning Roe v. Wade. It’s going after contraception next

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.

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

"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

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

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.

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).

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*