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When to eat it: You need something to hold you over until dinner.Why they’re great: These bars are created by dietitians, meaning they’re full of whole ingredients, like almond butter, dark chocolate, and fruits. Plus, they are high in protein and fiber, which will help you stay full between meals. They’re also great for snackers because they come in satisfying flavors like dark chocolate mint and chocolate mocha, says Davis.Our Favorite FlavorDark chocolate mintNutrition Info210 cal, 10 g pro, 22 g carb, 10 g fiber, 7 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 11 g fat (2.5 g sat fat), 100…

2 min readVitamin D deficiency is the most common micronutrient deficiency in the United States. According to the Linus Pauling Institute Micronutrient Information Center at Oregon State University, a whopping 94.3% of the U.S. population does not meet the daily intake requirement for vitamin D. If you suspect that you fall into this group, being able to recognize the number-one sign of a vitamin D deficiency can help prompt a conversation with your healthcare provider about ways to get more vitamin D in your diet and possible supplementation.Meet the expert: Michael Holick, M.D., Ph.D., an endocrinologist and vitamin D expert.Vitamin…

Both chemical and mineral sunscreens effectively protect the skin, but zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, which are found in mineral formulas, are the only two sunscreen ingredients currently “generally recognized as safe,” by the FDA.That doesn’t mean chemical sunscreens are classified as dangerous, experts explain. It just means that the FDA needs to collect more data to ensure the rest of the ingredients meet their safety standards. In particular, the use of oxybenzone in sunscreen has drawn safety concerns, as it has been detected in human blood and breast milk, as well as coral reefs.However, the American Academy of Dermatology…

5 min readHaving an ear infection can be painful. And if you haven’t dealt with the discomfort of an ear infection since you were a child, you may be unsure about the best course of action. Doctor-recommended ear infection remedies include things like OTC pain relievers and rest. That said, if these remedies don’t make you feel better relatively quickly, experts say you should see a doctor ASAP.Meet the Experts: Hamid Djalilian, M.D., an otolaryngologist with UCI Health; Elliott Kozin, M.D., an otolaryngologist at Mass Eye and Ear; Arashdeep Litt, M.D., an internal medicine physician at Spectrum Health; and Omid…

3 min readDenise Austin, 69, shared six simple exercises for “strength at every age” on Instagram.She demonstrated the moves alongside her 32-year-old daughter, Katie Austin.Here’s how to do the workout at home.Denise Austin, 69, is our favorite source for fun and simple workouts we can incorporate into our daily lives, from leg-toning tips to Pilates moves for sculpted abs. Clearly, Austin’s wealth of fitness knowledge runs in the family, as her 32-year-old daughter, Katie Austin, has also taken to sharing her go-to moves with the masses. Just in time for Mother’s Day, Denise and Katie took to Instagram together to…

4 min readAs far as vitamin intake and deficiencies go, vitamin B12 is an unusual one—which makes knowing the most common vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms all the more crucial. Per the National Institutes of Health (NIH), most people in the U.S. consume enough B12. And yet, up to 40% of people have low B12 levels in the body, because factors such as lacking a protein that allows it to be absorbed or prolonged use of certain medications (like metformin or proton pump inhibitors) stop you from extracting all the vitamin B12 from the foods you eat.Then there’s the fact that…

✔️ Choose moisture-wicking materials. According to Boga, moisture-wicking socks help “keep the foot’s skin barrier intact” and make it less prone to friction injury. “Look for moisture-wicking synthetic blends (like polyester, nylon, and spandex) or natural high-performance fibers like Merino wool, which naturally regulates temperature and evaporates moisture,” advises Ross. She recommends avoiding socks made of 100% cotton, as it “absorbs and traps sweat against the skin”—Boga also notes that it can increase risk of blisters.✔️ Find the right cushioning. “The right amount of cushioning depends on the activity, but it’s vital for shock absorption,” says Ross. “High-impact workouts—whether you…

✔️Go for hydration. All of the experts agree that it’s best to opt for hydrating formulas. Why? Mature skin tends to be more dry as a result of reduced sebum production, explains Dr. Camp—meaning it can benefit from ingredients that hydrate and moisturize skin, such as hyaluronic acids, ceramides, squalane, and triglycerides.✔️Choose a lightweight, dewy formula. “The best type of formulation for mature skin is lightweight, so it won’t sink into any creases, wrinkles, or fine lines,” says Gray. “Mature skin is thin as well, so the more lightweight the formulation, the more comfortable on the skin.” Additionally, opt for…

3 min readPreventing heart disease takes a multi-faceted approach.Perhaps lesser discussed than diet and exercise as interventions is getting proper sleep.A new study looks at how a person’s bedtime impacts their heart disease risk. Experts weigh in.You probably know that a heart-healthy diet and regular exercise can make big strides in lowering heart disease risk. What may be lesser considered as a channel to heart health is sleep. And it’s not just getting it that matters—the time one falls asleep appears to play a part in how well a person’s heart works, or doesn’t.Meet the Experts: John La Puma, M.D.,…

4 min readWhile some vitamin and mineral deficiencies are very rare in the U.S., others are fairly common and can have profound impacts on overall health. If you’re looking at magnesium vs. vitamin D for deficiency, for example, you’ll have two incredibly important nutrients of which many people don’t get enough.Meet the experts: Kathleen Garcia-Benson, R.D.N., C.S.S.D., C.P.T., a registered dietitian nutritionist with VNutrition; Stephanie Crabtree, M.S., R.D., a holistic registered dietitian in Venice, FL.“Vitamin D deficiency is more commonly diagnosed in the U.S., but low magnesium intake is also very widespread and often underrecognized,” says Kathleen Garcia-Benson, R.D.N., C.S.S.D.,…