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.

This week in a Woman’s World

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Doggy pen pals spark joy & smiles all around the world! • First-grade teacher Sharon Latek had an idea to use her students’ passion for pups to improve their writing and geography skills. Before long, her Pug Penpal Project began sending love across the entire globe!

How four-legged friends boost our mental health

Beauty classics that turn back the clock • Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it’s a beauty buy that has proven it can stand the test of time. Read on to find out which of your favorites from back in the day still deliver—and why they’re worth a recurring spot in your beauty routine

FRAGRANCE FLASHBACK

Get relief from spring allergies • Blooming flowers and budding trees are supposed to be welcome signs of spring. But for the 50 million of us with seasonal allergies, pollen can trigger sniffling, sneezing, itchy eyes and other draining symptoms. And even prescription meds may not deliver adequate relief. A study in the journal Current Medical Research and Opinion found that only 34% of allergy sufferers were satisfied with prescribed treatments. To the rescue: natural strategies that ease stubborn symptoms effectively

3 ways to soothe stubborn neck pain • “Neck pain is often caused by degenerative changes that are a normal part of aging,” says Devin Trachman, D.P.T. But it can also be triggered by poor sleep, stress or bad posture. Luckily, it typically resolves on its own, says physical therapist Cassie Casatelli. Here’s how to speed recovery

Simple, natural stress busters • De-stressing is easier than you think—and the payoff is huge! Lower stress levels are linked to a healthier heart, stronger immune system, better sleep and brighter mood. And it may even help you live longer, say Yale researchers. To ease tension, just…

Blood sugar myths vs. facts • Ready to clear up the confusion? A growing body of research reveals the truth about common blood sugar claims and debunks common misconceptions, helping you take charge of your health.

Surprising tips to stay healthy • Experts have uncovered unexpected (and easy!) ways to tune up your body and mind.

“Turmeric eased my severe joint pain!” • After suffering from achy, swelling joints for decades, Dalya Harel, 63, discovered that a simple, affordable spice could finally provide her with the relief she needed!

Sugar belly— gone! • Any time we try a healthy new way of eating, it’s easy for doubt to creep in. Is it really working? Is it worth it? Does it even matter if I give up? “That’s why a continuous glucose monitor, or CGM, is such a game changer,” says New York obesity specialist Tro Kalayjian, D.O., who personally used a CGM while shedding 150 pounds. “It lets you see how your body is responding to what you eat in real time, which is extremely motivating.” So much so that studies show people burn three times more sugar-related belly fat while wearing a CGM. And the devices are now affordable and available without a prescription. Keep reading to see if one might be right for you.

Yummy ways to beat sugar spikes + burn more fat

A guide to the new devices • Once prescription-only, CGMs are now available to anyone

“Can envy actually be good for me?” • It’s a universal emotion that gets a bad rap, often unfairly. Here, mental health experts share how to transform envy into the spark of motivation

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