Women's Health readers strive to better their whole lives. And that's exactly why Women's Health reports on all the topics that interest them. In every issue you'll find topics on success strategies, nutrition, weight loss, health, fitness, special reports, sex & relationship, beauty breakthroughs, and style & fashion.
Liz's LETTER • At WH, we’re passionate about including a diverse mix of women on the pages of our magazine—different skin colors, various sizes, curly hair, straight hair, short hair, long hair, gap-toothed smiles, freckles, birthmarks, scars.
THE NATURAL ISSUE • I’m not the only one with an affinity for the term.
“Fitness Opened My World!”
HIGH-FIVE FEED
GIRL ON THE GO
The Minimalist Camper • That’s you, or about to be you, with our expert guide to the latest outdoor trend. We rounded up the hottest barely-there gear, sharpest pack-light tips, and coolest ways to have more fun with less. Explore with us, then on your own.
Source Smart Gear • Skip the schlep—new lightweight materials make the latest accessories ridiculously easy to tote around. Check out our favorite upgrades.
Do More With Less
Save Space • Jennifer Pharr Davis, backpacker and author of The Pursuit of Endurance, shares simple ways to lighten your load.
Meet the Re-Warm-Up
Add Power to Every Push
Go With the Roll
Don’t Take the High Road
How to Cut Back on Plastic • We know you want to. We also know that doing so can feel overwhelming and, ugh, hardly effective. These ridiculously easy steps have major impact.
Break Open a Box • The careless kid in us loves pouring a big sugary bowl; the responsible adult in us knows better. Except! Folks who enjoy cereal for breakfast have a lower risk for heart disease and diabetes, plus tend to weigh less, research shows. With more “healthy” blends out now, you can grab a nutritious one—if you know what to look for.
Build a Better Bowl • Grab a spoon and these three toppings to feed not just your stomach but your whole body.
Botanical Bites • Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking. Miranda Priestly said it first; your dinner guests will mean it. Expected to be one of the year’s top food trends, these nutrient-packed buds aren’t just for looks. Fawn over this trio:
Have a Sleepy Snack!
LABELED WITH LOVE
“Alexa, Keep Me Healthy”
PMS After Your Period?
Good Vibes Only • Our smartphones might be a little too smart, overwhelming us with all their apps, functions, and notifications. Here’s how three wellness pros tame their tech.
Get Your Head in the Game
Meditation Made Easy
Spicy From the Start
The Ocean Is Calling • The average cruise may end after seven nights, but its perks sail on much longer: The mix of travel, entertainment, and exposure to new experiences and people boosts your mood and perspective up to six months beyond your trip, recent research shows. Making waves are snazzier ships that benefit your body too. Hop on board!
Beat the Overeat • You don’t have to take a healthy cruise to stay on top of your nutrition goals. Defeat the “eat whatever, whenever!” mindset that ships perpetuate, with wisdom from dietitian Amanda Conway, RD, founder of Eat Fit Live.
Green Dreams • At WH, we’d never sacrifice performance for hype. So when it came to clean makeup, beauty director Marta Topran was doubtful—until she saw major results.
The ABCs of CBD • CBD is quickly becoming the kale of wellness ingredients, with devotees claiming it can ease anxiety, soothe sore muscles, and more. But can it also promise more beautiful skin?
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