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4 min readFitness deity Denise Austin knows a thing or two (thousand) about getting in shape as quickly and efficiently as possible—and staying that way. Just about every morning, Austin, 69, opens her eyes and hops out of bed. “I really do jump right up as soon as I’m awake,” she says with a laugh. Non–morning people, please don’t resent her for her ball-of-energy persona—if Austin were a punctuation mark, she’d be an exclamation point.Still in her short-sleeved 100% cotton nightgown (her go-to, “because it’s so soft and breathable”), she walks the few steps to a picture window and presses…

5 min readWe all know getting your period can be a major pain—cramps, nausea, bloating, a general feeling of blah. But if you’re one of up to 60% of women of childbearing age who have at least one chronic health condition, you may get the double whammy of period pain plus symptoms that worsen at a particular time of the month.“Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle can impact multiple parts of our bodies, including the immune system, skin, metabolism, brain, and other organs,” explains Natasha Bhuyan, M.D., a physician in Phoenix and a spokesperson for the American Academy of Family…

5 min readHave you ever felt as if you’re on a Tilt-A-Whirl, except you’re standing or sitting still and nowhere near a theme park? That’s how vertigo feels, and it’s very common, with nearly 40% of U.S. adults experiencing this destabilizing, sometimes alarming symptom at least once in their lives.“Vertigo can be a feeling of rocking, tilting, rotating, or any kind of motion in the absence of actual movement,” says Amir Kheradmand, M.D., an associate professor of neurology, neuroscience, otolaryngology, and head and neck surgery at Johns Hopkins University. He adds that it is different from a dizzy spell, which…

2 min readIf you’ve never been able to close the kitchen right after dinner, you understand the importance of a good bedtime snack. The best picks satisfy a craving while also, hopefully, offering some perks that will support a good night’s sleep. One type of food that checks both of these boxes is fruit. But is there a best fruit to eat before bed?Meet the experts: Sapna Peruvemba, M.S., R.D.N., a plant-based dietitian and Ph.D. student at Loma Linda University; Kendra Haire, R.D.N., L.D., a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of Radiant Nutrition & Wellness in Leander, TX.“A small serving…

7 min readAs a dietitian, I’ve heard plenty about the health benefits of matcha. But I’ll admit, I had never fully hopped on the bandwagon. So when my editor challenged me to replace one cup of coffee with a matcha every day for a week, I decided to take the plunge.While matcha only became a staple on coffee shop menus in the United States in the last decade or so, it’s been an integral part of Japanese culture for centuries. And considering that the flavor can leave a bit to be desired, it’s obvious that matcha has something else going…

1 min readWith fall around the corner, Labor Day shopping opportunities are a great excuse to refresh your workout wardrobe with versatile, fall-ready pieces.lululemon’s “We Made Too Much” section is filled with marked-down workout clothes and accessories, including editor-loved staples. Shop soon before your favorites sell out.If your workout wardrobe could use a refresh before fall routines get into full swing, lululemon is making it easier to justify adding a few new pieces ahead of the big Labor Day shopping weekend. The brand’s “We Made Too Much” section is packed with savings on workout clothes and accessories that our editors…

4 min readKey PointsCéline Dion is working hard to return to the stage in mid-September.The singer is doing Pilates and ballet, along with medical treatments and physical therapy.These forms of exercise can be particularly helpful for people with neurological conditions, according to doctors.Nearly four years after sharing her diagnosis with a rare, progressive neurological disorder called stiff person syndrome, Céline Dion is gearing up to return to the stage. The 58-year-old five-time Grammy winner will kick off a limited engagement residency in France starting September 12.Dion’s condition involves painful spasms that can cause her body to lock into one position,…

Dr. Bredesen suggests trying to avoid simple carbs, like white rice or pasta. When eaten in excess, they can increase your risk of metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions that can lead to chronic health problems like heart disease and diabetes. This, in turn, ups your risk of cognitive issues and brain abnormalities, research shows. Instead, turn to whole grains such as, which are packed with filling, disease-fighting fiber. Smart options include things like brown rice, farro, oatmeal, quinoa, and barley.One serving: ½ cup cooked whole grain, 100% whole grain pasta, or 100% whole grain hot cereal; 1 slice 100% whole…

Yogurt has plenty of probiotics, which are known to support gut health, per Dr. Bedford. These bacteria may also help ferment prebiotic fibers found in foods like asparagus, garlic, onions, and wheat, which can play a role in healthy digestion.If you’re lactose intolerant, you may not have to skip yogurt entirely. Everyone reacts differently, and some people with lactose intolerance can still tolerate it, in part because the live cultures help break down some of the lactose. Pay attention to how your own body responds.One tip when you shop: Consider plain yogurt without added sugar. Too much added sugar may…

10 min readWe know there’s a lot to be worried about in the world right now, so sometimes it can feel like a real stretch to feel a sense of joy. But adding a real, honest dose of happiness to your life doesn’t mean you have to run away to an island where there’s no social media or news feeds, and it doesn’t mean you have to shirk all your responsibilities and dedicate your life to playing with kittens.It’s possible, every day, to experience joy if you make the time and space to feel it.“Happiness is not about the absence…