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6 min readAs a child, I’d always loved mysteries found within the pages of books. Detective novels like Nancy Drew, Hardy Boys, and other who-done-its. Little did I know that, as an adult, I’d be solving mysteries within my own body.It was easy to overlook the initial warning signs. As a healthy, competitive swimmer between the ages of 8 and 18, I glided through water for up to 3 hours daily. Stomach cramps would pop up occasionally, but they were easily dismissed—I’d waited too long to eat, perhaps, didn’t eat enough protein, or swam too soon after a meal.At age…

3 min readScientists link high-intensity, long-distance cardio (like marathon running) to red blood cell damage in a recent study. Researchers looked at the state of runners’ red blood cells before and after a trail race and ultramarathon.The cells showed evidence of oxidative stress and damage. Experts explain the health implications.Research shows that anything from walking to strength training may add years to your life, underlying the importance of exercise. But there are so many different ways to get your blood pumping, and not all of them have the same impact on your body. Now, scientists say that a specific type…

3 min readRead more real-life stories about women who’ve been misdiagnosed by doctors in Prevention’s series: I Was Misdiagnosed Not long after my 30th birthday, I began experiencing fleeting moments where it felt like my apartment was somehow tilting to the left. These moments were sporadic, and usually occurring when lying down, so I ignored them for a while. Then, two years later, I dropped 30 pounds in less than a month, and felt like someone was injecting me with adrenaline 24 hours a day. At that point, I knew something was seriously wrong. Distraught, I went to the doctor.…

5 min read The American Heart Association released a new scientific statement, stressing the importance of dental care and hygiene. Poor dental health is linked to a higher risk of heart disease, per the statement. A growing body of research supports this.Heart disease prevention has historically focused on doing things like eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. But the American Heart Association (AHA) just released a scientific statement that encourages people to focus on another area of health to support the heart: your teeth.The statement, which was published in the journal Circulation, makes a solid case for the role…

7 min readHave you ever had to pee so badly that the hair on your arms stands up and goosebumps spread across your skin? In 2013, this intense need to go to the bathroom would hit me suddenly and frequently—before college lectures, during workouts, and at all hours of the night. These urges would become all-consuming. And at 19 years old, that just seemed wrong. But it was just because I was drinking so much water, right? Maybe the food in the dining hall had been extra-salty lately, and I’d just been thirstier than usual. But no matter how much…

3 min readTia Mowry shares that it took her years to get her eczema properly diagnosed.The 43-year-old opened up about her disappointment in the lack of visibility for Black skin health, education, and resources. Mowry partnered with Aveeno’s Skin Visibility campaign to raise awareness of the underdiagnosis of eczema for African Americans. While you may recognize Tia Mowry as the happy and energetic twin from Sister, Sister, things were not always as cheerful as they seemed. The 43-year-old actress, wife, mother of two, and wellness entrepreneur recently revealed that she had been misdiagnosed for years with “sunspots” until finally learning…

5 min read I’ve been dancing since I was 3 years old—my career really took off when I came in fourth on season 4 of So You Think You Can Dance. A couple of years later, when I was 23 (I’m 33 now), I was performing in arenas across America as an all-star with the SYTYCD national tour, but things started to feel off. I was exhausted all the time. The running joke with the other dancers was that they would always say to me, “Good night, Grandma!” because as soon as we got on the bus, I was out.…

6 min readEarlier this year, at age 34, I experienced what I self-diagnosed to be an allergic reaction. I wasn’t the only one to diagnose it as an allergic reaction—doctors did, too. It took thousands of dollars, multiple office visits, and a number of tests to ultimately determine what was really wrong. The first time it happenedIt was an average day for me. I woke up feeling completely normal and went about my day as I typically would. Suddenly, while out driving around doing errands, I felt as if I couldn’t swallow. The saliva built up in my mouth—like the…

If you’ve increased your walking but aren’t seeing the rewards, you may need to tweak your eating plan. Read on to learn how to fuel up to get the most out of each sweaty step. As with any type of exercise, nutrition plays a key role in turning your steps into noticeable results you can see and feel, such as improved stamina, better immune health, and leaner muscles.  While there is no one-size-fits-all nutrition plan, here are some ideas on what to eat before, during, and after your walks to keep you on top of your game. As always, you…

2 min readIf you’ve ever been curious about what Jennifer Aniston’s skincare routine looks like, you’ve come to the right place. In addition to her favorite hair serum, The Morning Show star let fans in on the one brand she trusts for her “favorite epidermal hydration products.”Jennifer shared in an interview with InStyle that she’s a fan of the OneSkin OS-01 Face Moisturizer. “I’m also a complete Instagram victim,” she also shared with E! News. “When I see an ad, and I believe it, I’ll buy it. But that’s how I found out about OneSkin.”OneSkin FACE OS-01 Peptide Topical Supplement…