If forgetting a name or walking into a room and blanking on why keeps you up at night, you’re in good company. Nearly 80 percent of people worry about developing dementia, according to the World Alzheimer Report 2019. The reassuring news? Research shows a handful of everyday choices can meaningfully protect your brain, no expensive […]
Pelvic floor specialists help with everything from bladder leaks and urgency to pelvic pain and Kegels—and they’re brimming with useful insights. But most appointments are too short for all the advice they want to share. We asked leading surgeons, gynecologists and pelvic floor physical therapists to reveal their best tips to ease discomfort and help […]
The big day is finally here, and move-in day at college brings both nerves and excitement in equal measure. This guide walks you through what to pack, how to survive the chaos and how to start off right with your new roommate. What should college students pack for move-in day? Pack a first-night bag separate […]
Want your home to feel like a five-star hotel without a renovation budget? The right scents can transport a space, and a few targeted choices will get you most of the way there. What Scents Make Your House Smell Like a Luxury Hotel? Warm, woody scents do the heavy lifting in luxury hotel fragrance. Caroline […]
With so many incredible books being published every week, it can be tough to decide what to read next. That’s why book recommendations are so important—and who better to suggest compelling, unputdownable reads than a beloved author who has written several best-selling books that are on so many readers’ best-book lists? We’ve rounded up some […]
Back-to-school season means kids health is back on every parent’s radar as classrooms fill up and germs spread fast. Purdue University nursing expert Erin Hoying says a few simple habits can help keep children healthy as they head back to school. How can parents protect kids health during back-to-school season? Consistent handwashing with soap and […]
While we’re able to get behind summerween and fall decor—embracing the impending autumnal air as August rolls out—some might argue it’s just a little too early to start thinking about the holiday season. Christmastime is of course a magical, celebratory time of year full of whimsy, family time and beloved festivities, but there are a […]
If your toes are often freezing while the rest of you is perfectly fine, we get it—ours too! Which is why we decided to do some digging into what causes cold feet for millions of women over age 50. To be honest, we expected doctors to mostly blame poor circulation (aka reduced blood flow). Instead, […]
Minnesota State Fair CEO Renee Alexander’s connection to the Great Minnesota Get-Together began when she was just 8 years old, watching marching bands from the curb. Decades later, Renee has moved from intern to entertainment director to CEO, Renee has helped preserve beloved traditions while welcoming new experiences and creating memories for generations of fairgoers. […]
Menopause brings hormone shifts that quietly erode bone and muscle, and a growing number of women are strapping on weighted vests to push back. Doctors say the vests can help, but only with the right consistency. What happens to bones during perimenopause and menopause? Estrogen decline during perimenopause accelerates bone loss, and the drop-off can […]