Reader's Digest

In this era of information overload, Reader’s Digest offers something unique: the very best advice, information and inspiration from multiple sources, condensed into an easy-to-read digest. In each issue you’ll get trusted, time-saving insights about Health, Personal Finance, Work, Family, and National issues, PLUS exclusive book excerpts, news-making interviews, and humor.

Best Friends

LETTERS • NOTES ON THE Dec./Jan. ISSUE

Onward and Upward

HANKIE-PANKIE

From Role Model to Runway Model • A disabled activist won’t let Twitter trolls stop her from seeing herself as she really is—a star

It Took a Village

LIFE • IN THESE United States

THE KING OF BEERS’ CASTLE

Lift Your Own Spirits • We all feel down now and then, especially lately. These techniques can help you bounce back.

YOUR TRUE STORIES • IN 100 Words

24-Karat Nuggets About Gold

LAUGH LINES

I Am Pistachios … An American Success Story

PISTACHIO-AND-PARMESAN-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB

Rules for Being the Age You Are • Whether you’re 20 or 120, the author’s surprise-filled guide can help most anyone live happily ever

HUMOR in UNIFORM • “Any time I’ve ever been asked ‘What do you want, a medal?’ I’ve said yes.”

SLEEP BETTER UNDER A WEIGHTED BLANKET

ALL in a Day’s WORK • “Have you tried turning it off and on again?”

DEAR DUMB CRIMINALS: THANK YOU FOR MAKING OUR JOB EASY! SIGNED, THE COPS

A Teacher’s Lifesaving Call

Does This DOG Know Whether You Have CANCER? • The canine nose is a marvel of nature. Science believes that a computerized model will save millions of lives.

MY MOST Unlikely Friend • Would you pal around with your spouse’s ex? Or buddy up to someone who put a foot in your face? These readers did—and found lifelong companions.

10 MINUTE LIFE FIXES • Need extra cash? Want to get in shape? Looking to cook or clean better—or feel happier? These 37 tweaks take just a few seconds or minutes and can lead to big changes.

SWISH BURN LOVE • IT’S NOT PRETTY, AND IT’S NOT SWEET: HOW BROWN LISTERINE BECAME NO. 1 IN AMERICANS’ HEARTS AND MOUTHS

The 19 Other Most Trusted Health Brands

RESCUE ON THE HIGH RISE BRIDGE • With his truck dangling 70 feet above a roiling river and a storm whipping 50-mph winds, a trapped driver’s only hope is a team of trained emergency rescuers—who are stuck in traffic

FROM THE COM FORT OF THEIR JAIL CELLS • A DIABOLICAL SCAM SNARES EVERYDAY AMERICANS. THE REAL SHOCK IS THAT IT IS PULLED OFF BY PRISONERS.

LAUGHTER THE BEST Medicine

A (VERY) LONG SHOT

MY NEW HUSBAND’S SECRET LIFE • I thought the man I’d married was a rock star. That turned out to be closer to the truth than I ever imagined.

GO AHEAD, DO NOTHING • We push ourselves to work harder, but taking a break can often fuel a burst in productivity and creativity

BRAIN GAMES

WORD POWER • After a long dark winter, we’re ready to look on the bright side. Celebrate the first glimmer of spring with these words related to light. Once you’ve had a chance to shine, turn to the next page for answers.

Clock Talk

BRAIN GAMES ANSWERS

PHOTO FINISH • YOUR Funniest CAPTIONS