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5 min readScalp pain can cause serious discomfort and make it hard to focus on anything other than that tender sensation. We asked dermatologists to break down scalp pain causes and treatments so you can find relief ASAP.Ife J. Rodney, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and founding director of Eternal Dermatology + Aesthetics, notes that scalp pain is a relatively common complaint. It can have many different causes, from chronic skin conditions to sunburns to skin infections. Some causes of scalp pain may also cause visible symptoms, like red bumps, flaky skin, or hair loss.Meet the experts: Ife J. Rodney, M.D.,…

3 min readYour core is aptly named, as it’s quite literally at the core of everything that you do. Bending down to tie your shoes, loading the laundry or lugging groceries, and simply being able to balance or get up and down without issue are all possible thanks to a solid midsection. So keeping it strong is crucial, especially as you age.“Your core is your lifeline, because when your center is strong, everything else moves better,” says Denise Austin, fitness expert with more than 20 years of experience creating workouts. “Core training is one essential piece of a larger healthy…

3 min readFeeling a bit achy lately? Particularly in the lower back, hips, glute, or groin? It could simply be due to getting older (and wiser!)—we all get creakier as muscles, bones, and joints naturally decline. But pain in those regions could also be caused by an under-the-radar muscle that’s tight or weak: the psoas muscle.The psoas is a long swath of ribbon-shaped muscle that runs from your lower lumbar spine (the lower back) to the top of the femur (thigh bone), says Jim White, R.D.N., A.C.S.M., owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios in Va.. It plays a…

2 min readKey PointsMangoes are being recalled in four states, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).The recalled mangoes may be contaminated with salmonella.Here’s how to find out if your fruit is affected.Earlier this summer, jalapeños at Chipotle and other restaurants were linked to an ongoing salmonella outbreak. Now, your mangoes might be at risk of harboring bacteria that can make you sick, too.According to an announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on August 29, Panorama Produce is voluntarily recalling 302 boxes of Martina mangoes in four states due to possible salmonella contamination. While there…

5 min readWhenever I’m trying walking shoes, I usually gravitate toward pairs with soft, cloud-like cushioning (like my tried-and-true Hokas!). But, as it turns out, softer doesn’t always mean more comfortable. The shoes that made me realize this? The Vionic 23Walk 2.0.These best-selling walking shoes have a firm, orthotic footbed and contoured arch support, designed to help keep your feet properly aligned—a very different feel from the plush cushioning I normally prefer in my sneakers. But, like many of my favorite pairs, the Vionic shoes also have the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) for promoting…

6 min readWhen it comes to cushioned, comfortable walking shoes, two brands are always on our minds: Hoka and Brooks. Their arrays of top-performing and podiatrist-recommended shoes have appeared on our lists of the best shoes for plantar fasciitis, the best shoes for standing all day, and more. But how do they stack up side-by-side? To find out, I put each of the brand’s most popular and versatile cushioned walking shoes to the test: the Hoka Clifton 11 and the Brooks Ghost 18.On paper, these two pairs of versatile shoes provide similar specs. Both offer neutral support, balanced cushioning, a…

5 min readKey PointsNew research suggests fish oil supplements don’t prevent cognitive decline.While omega-3s from fish oil can reach the brain, they don’t seem to reduce risk for Alzheimer’s disease.Experts suggest getting omega-3 fatty acids from eating fish instead.Fish oil has been a buzzy supplement for years, but a wave of recent research suggests that it doesn’t help as much as people once thought. While some past data have linked fish oil supplements to a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a new study determines the opposite.The study, published in eBioMedicine, implies that taking fish oil doesn’t do much of…

4 min readFalls are the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and up, with 1 in 4 older adults suffering a fall every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There are many factors that increase the risk of falls and resulting fractures, including vision problems, balance issues, and vitamin deficiencies.To prevent falls and fractures, some older adults take vitamin D and calcium supplements, as the two nutrients are important for bone health. But new research suggests they may not be as helpful as some thought—at least for older adults not at high risk…

7 min readWhile it may be an inconvenient or mildly uncomfortable feeling, thirst is on your team. It’s a natural physiological function that signals to your body that it’s time to hydrate. Most of the time, feeling thirsty has a pretty simple solution: grab a glass of water. But what should you do if you feel thirsty all the time?Meet the experts: Laura M. Hahn, M.D., an internal medicine physician at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore; Heather Rosen, M.D., a family medicine physician with Recovery Care in Jeanette, PA; Prudence Hall, M.D., founder and medical director of The Hall Center…

3 min readMagnesium may sound like the name of a superhero in a Marvel movie, but as you may know from scrolling social media and reading these pages, magnesium is an essential mineral that does many important things for you, including helping your body produce energy, regulating muscle and nerve function, helping with stable blood sugar levels, and it can also help lower blood pressure.If you’re eager to reap all of the benefits of magnesium, you may have magnesium supplements sitting on your kitchen counter right now. And you may also be wondering: When is the best time to take…