In this issue

In this issue:

Get It Done!: It’s time to take some of these DIY projects off the back burner.

The Year’s Best: Meet the brilliant winners of our 2024 Smart Beauty Awards.

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Thoughtful bundles to wrap up between now and May 12.

Learn a New Trick: Punch up simple seltzer, plus an intro to the healthy African Heritage Diet.

and more...

PUSH YOURSELF (IN A GOOD WAY)

Making your body a little uncomfortable can be great for you-if you do it right.

6 mins

POWER UP

Did we catch you mid-yawn? Life can be exhausting, but these surprising tips will help you say so long to energy crashes.

9 mins

5 HEALTHY HABITS TO START TODAY

Self-care musts for your 20s and 30s, midlife, and beyond.

4 mins

STEP UP YOUR WALKS

Make sure your daily stroll is challenging, refreshing, and fun.

3 mins

Bite-Size Workouts, Big Rewards

If you're too time-pressed to meet your fitness goals, don't worry: You can get lasting health benefits from a steady diet of exercise \"snacks.\"

4 mins

SAY CHEESE

Look your best in every pic you take.

4 mins

Healthy Hair for a Lifetime

Skip these common styling mistakes and shine on and on.

3 mins

BUY BELIEVE

The real deal on how to manage the damage.

6 mins

PROACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Dermatologists share what to look for in your skin-care picks to avoid fine lines, age spots, and sun damage.

7 mins

COME HOME TO CALM

Make smart decor choices that are like a cozy hug for your brain.

5 mins

THE POWER OF AWE

Cultivating this wondrous emotion can help you relax, improve your health, and make you more Satisfied with your life. The best part? It’s easy to find awe anytime, anywhere.

7 mins

CATCH SOME DOWNTIME

Our always-on culture can be bad for you. Here's how to give your brain a break.

6 mins

Eating for the Long Haul

By nourishing your body right, you may be able to slow down the aging process. Certain foods can help you live long and stay sharp.

4 mins

EAT BRILLIANTLY!

Add these staples to your diet to help fuel and fortify your command center.

5 mins

WHERE DID I PUT MY KEYS?

If you're north of 40, this may be a familiar refrain, right along with \"Where's my wallet?\" A health writer of a certain age digs into what's normal, what's not, and how to shore up your memory.

6 mins

THE FUN SECRET TO LIVING LONGER

Hint: It’s your relationships with friends, family, even Fido.

6 mins

THE FUN SECRET TO LIVING LONGER

Hint: It's your relationships with friends, family, even Fido.

6 mins

TRAIN YOUR BRAIN

Tap these genius strategies to improve your brain fitness and maintain your mental edge.

5 mins

WHO BECOMES A SUPER-AGER?

Genetics play a part, but there's a lot more to it than that.

7 mins

Is It OK to Use Soap on a Cast-Iron Skillet?

Everyone's got thoughts! We collected yours, then called on the experts to settle the debate once and for all.

2 mins

DIY IDEAS - GET IT DONE!

All those amazing projects you've been saving on Instagram and Pinterest? It's time to start crossing them off your list! We rounded up some popular home and life improvements, with how-tos from the people who, y'know, got them done!

9 mins

Oldies but Goodies

My home has crooked floors, drafty windows, antique dishes, and a bed that doesn't even fit a standard mattress. I wouldn't have it any other way.

4 mins

MOTHER GODDESSES

The \"divine female\" has taken many forms across time and cultures.

2 mins

RULES OF THE DOG PARK

It's all fun and games-as long as you plan your visit correctly and everybody plays nice.

3 mins

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries

KRISTEN ASKS... My friend works very hard as a teacher. Her husband has a couple of side jobs that don't bring in any real income to support their family. Whenever something goes wrong, like a problem with the car, her husband has his hand out asking for help from friends and family. As a result, they owe me money-but I see them going out to dinner and shopping. How do I ask for my $500 back?

3 mins

WHEN YOU'RE A PRODUCTIVE PROCRASTINATOR

A science-based look at why your home is never cleaner than when you're on deadline. Plus, how to break the habit.

5 mins

Outdoor Furniture

Disinvite dirt and grime from cookouts, pool hangs, and patio parties.

2 mins

THINGS COOKS KNOW - NEVER SWEAT SUPPER AGAIN

Armed with these meal-planning tips, you'll always have an answer to that dreaded 5 o'clock question: \"What's for dinner?\"

3 mins

The Books List Top Picks for Book Club & Beyond

The Cemetery of Untold Stories, the latest by literary legend Julia Alvarez (In the Time of the Butterflies), centers on Alma, a writer living in Vermont who inherits a small plot in the Dominican Republic, her family's homeland.

2 mins

What DIY project are you most proud of?

I wanted a little more character in my foyer, so I made stained-glass windows using metal strips, glass paint, and patience. The light splashes color onto the walls each morning and makes me happy.

3 mins

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