Woman's World

A great week made easy! Woman's World is written for the traditional, family-oriented working woman. Each issue delivers a feel-good mix of heart-warming human interest stories, practical everyday solutions for work and home, and mouth-watering recipes.

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WWII veteran honors heroes with 2,600-mile run! • Navy veteran Ernie Andrus crossed the country on foot—twice!—to raise money for a restored WWII ship and to recognize the incredible sacrifices men and women in our military make every day

3 ways to say “Thank you for your service!”

Smooth skin all summer long • With warm weather comes shorter sleeves and higher hemlines—and the need to deal with unwanted hair. Don’t sweat it. We’ve gathered the most effective hair removal methods for every spot, so you can show some skin confidently anytime you want

Simple summer thyroid boosters • Picnics, weddings, pool parties…“fun season” is finally here, and we want to look and feel our vibrant best. The key: giving your thyroid a boost. The gland plays crucial roles in maximizing your energy, sunny mood and metabolism. And research in the Indian Journal of Dermatology reveals that when the thyroid is operating at its peak, we enjoy smoother skin and thicker hair too. Here, the fun secrets to keeping your thyroid in tip-top shape

Reduce your risk of heart disease • In the past, heart disease was primarily considered a men’s health issue. Now we know it doesn’t discriminate—it’s a bigger threat to women’s health than all forms of cancer combined. To keep your heart healthy…

Smart tricks for healthier gums • Your gum health actually impacts much more than your mouth. “There’s an increasing body of literature suggesting that dental plaque is a major trigger for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease,” says Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. Aside from brushing and flossing, these tips help keep your gums in tip-top shape

Dodge little health hiccups • Summer is the season for enjoying lakeside picnics and backyard barbecues with all your favorite people. And a few simple tricks let you soak up every moment of the fun without bothersome issues like bloat, bug bites or sunburn getting in the way.

Patriotic ways to feel great • Discover the healing power of cherished Memorial Day traditions to stay happy, healthy and energized

Army veteran’s secret to feeling strong at 79! • At 64, Army veteran Marina Perez won her first gold medal at the National Veterans Golden Age Games—an achievement that sparked a personal vow: Never let age define you. Now, at 79, she’s become a beacon of inspiration, racking up more than 60 medals and proving it’s never too late to pursue greatness—or joy

3 fun & easy ways to stay active at any age!

Walk off stubborn fat • We’re constantly looking for easy workouts to get us slim—and researcher Ashley Goodwin, Ph.D., has turned us on to the easiest one yet. Nicknamed micro-walking, it was created by scientists looking for the minimum number of steps we need to take daily to see health benefits. Turns out, 1,000 steps goes a long way. During an ongoing study of sedentary people asked to walk 1,000 extra steps a day, a kidney-transplant patient has already shed over 50 pounds; meanwhile, a Florida grandma is down 66 pounds. “People hear they should walk 10,000 steps a day, but if you’re busy or have physical limitations, it can be too much at first,” says Goodwin. “The best exercise is exercise you’ll actually do.” Read on to learn about the big impact of tiny walks.

These micro diet hacks speed weight loss with ease

How to help a grieving loved one • It’s perfectly normal to be at a loss for words when...