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2 min readA lot goes on within our bodies that we can’t physically see—and these things can affect our health. According to new research, there is an indicator of heart disease risk hidden deep within our anatomy. Fortunately, we can work to improve our odds.Meet the experts: Bharat Sangani, M.D., F.A.C.C., a cardiologist with practices in Gulfport, Mississippi, and Dallas, Texas; and Roxana Ehsani, M.S., R.D., C.S.S.D., L.D.N.,a registered dietitian nutritionist and board-certified specialist in sports dietetics.Researchers behind the study, which was published in Radiology, investigated the muscle make-up of 11,000 adults using MRI scans. After reviewing the data, they…

4 min readProtein needs change from person to person and even from year to year. Factors like your age, weight, and activity level all influence how much protein you need, according to Harvard Medical School—and because it varies so much, knowing the most common low protein symptoms can make it easier to tell if you’re getting enough.Adequate protein intake is critical to maintaining your muscle mass and energy levels as you get older. And the good news is that getting the right amount of protein for your body is possible. The key is incorporating high-protein foods into all your meals…

✔️ Prep your skin. Exfoliation—say, with a body scrub—is key to a natural, flawless-looking tan. If you have the time, start exfoliating a few days before you apply the product; make sure all waxing is completed 24 hours before applying your self-tanner, as this will ensure the hair follicles have settled to help create a perfect finish. To prolong and maintain your tan, moisturize daily, exfoliate regularly, and re-apply with a gradual tanner as required.✔️ Be gentle with your face. Your face has a tendency to develop a darker hue due to its higher pH level, so use a self-tanner…

5 min readIt’s no secret that as you get older, everything about your body starts to feel different. The health of your metabolism, your bones, your brain, your digestive system, and more all require more diligent upkeep—and making sure you’re getting enough of the nutrients women over 40 need, from vitamins and minerals to other key nutrients, can help you stay in tip-top shape.“Your body probably isn’t working the same way at 40+ as it was at 20,” said Kristin Kirkpatrick, M.S., R.D., the president of KAK, Consulting, LLC and a dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic Department of Wellness &…

“If you’re using heat tools regularly or getting color services, a weekly hair mask isn’t optional, it’s essential,” Pugh explains. You wouldn’t skip moisturizer if your skin were dry, right? Your hair deserves the same care!” Below, experts share their top tips for applying a hair mask for maximum benefits. (Note: These directions do not apply to specialized treatments like K18 and Olaplex, which have their own specific instructions.)✔️ Apply evenly to damp hair. After shampooing, gently squeeze the hair to get rid of any excess water. Then, apply your hair mask of choice, focusing on mid-lengths to ends, says…

No more waiting in line for the rowing machine at the gym. More than 13,000 five-star reviewers agree this under-$150 pick is well worth the investment. As one wrote, “Easy to assemble, excellent full body workout with low impact on the joints. Bought a year ago and still love it. Takes up very little space, and is my go-to fitness machine.”It’s hard to recreate a cable machine at home—unless you have a pulley of your own, that is. Complete your bicep curls, tricep pull-downs, and cable rows with this top-rated, relatively cheap system.Advertisement – Continue Reading Below“I chose this bike…

5 min readAs a dietitian, I spend a lot of time analyzing what goes into my body. People often ask me what supplements I take, expecting a complex list of pills and potions. The truth is much simpler. One of the main staples in my daily routine is vitamin D.Vitamin D, often called the sunshine vitamin, is essential for a healthy body. Yet, despite its importance, vitamin D deficiency remains a massive public health issue worldwide. In fact, nearly half the global population does not get enough. This widespread deficiency depends on factors like where you live, the season, and…

Spiders are relatively easy pests to get rid of, says Emma Grace Crumbley, entomologist forMosquito Squad. “They do not have wings and cannot fly away, and while some spiders are speedy and can jump to avoid threats, most spiders are slow-moving enough to either trap them or squish them.” While it’s true that bug sprays will kill spiders on contact, the risk of spraying and missing the spider now leaves pesticide on the walls, floor, ceiling, or wherever you sprayed it, says Crumbley, so she doesn’t recommend using a chemical aid in your removal plan.Sans chemicals, here are a few…

✔️ Look for soft, supportive cushioning. The best shoes for walking are those that provide support and cushioning, which provide proper shock absorption and “allow for efficient movement with reduced strain on the joints of the feet, ankle and knees,” says Sharkey.✔️ Find shoes with good arch support. Proper arch support helps promote foot alignment while reducing strain on the foot, leading to improved comfort, less fatigue, and reduced foot pain, says Sharkey.✔️ Choose shoes with a firm heel counter. Parthasarathy recommends shoes with a firm, supportive heel counter, which can help keep the heel steady and minimize stretching of…

4 min readWhile calcium is most often thought of in the context of building strong bones and teeth, its role in the body extends far beyond that. Likewise, the sneaky signs of calcium deficiency involve changes that have nothing to do with your bones.“In addition to providing rigidity and strength for the skeletal system, calcium is also essential for the contraction and relaxation of muscles, including the heart, nerve signaling between the brain and the rest of the body, blood clotting, the contraction and dilation of blood vessels to help blood move through the body, and the release of enzymes…