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5 min readWalking down the vitamin aisle at the drugstore, you’ll see three main types of supplements to choose from. Individual vitamins and minerals, multivitamins, and pairings of a few nutrients that work together in the body. One such pairing is magnesium and vitamin D. But is it wise to take magnesium and vitamin D together? What we do know is that they support each other once ingested. “Magnesium is important for the absorption of vitamin D in your body,” said Keri Gans, R.D.N., author of The Small Change Diet. “Without adequate magnesium levels, vitamin D will work sub-optimally.” Meet…

2 min readCertain lots of Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules are being recalled.The U.S. Food & Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating the supplements amid an ongoing antibiotic-resistant Salmonella outbreak.Here’s a list of impacted lots.A trendy dietary supplement is being recalled after being linked to a multi-state Salmonella outbreak. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that certain lots of Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules, distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC, are being recalled after seven people from seven states were infected with Salmonella.According to the report, the specific Salmonella strain linked “with this outbreak is…

2 min readLaura Geller is always our most trusted source of beauty advice for mature women, whether she’s dishing on her top products for women over 60 or saving us from pesky smudges with her mascara tips for watery eyes. The makeup mogul recently sat down with Prevention to share her top beauty tips for sensitive mature skin, and they did not disappoint.Sensitive skin can feel like a constant struggle, especially as our skin ages. The 67-year-old Laura Geller Beauty founder understands this, and she came prepared with all the tips and tricks to help you look and feel your…

There is some careful mental scheduling involved if you’re one of the millions of Americans who drink coffee every day. Namely, is it better to brush your teeth before or after coffee? And does one cause potential issues down the line?Sure, brushing your teeth before coffee may be more convenient for some—you can take your drink on the go, for starters. But it also means you’re left with lingering coffee breath. It’s easy to assume that brushing your teeth after coffee is the best way to go, but dentists say there are a few important things to consider first, especially…

Cases of the uber-contagious stomach bug, norovirus, surge every winter. The highly-contagious (and serious) illness is notoriously unpleasant, so figuring out how to treat a stomach bug fast can go a long way in speeding up your recovery.Norovirus symptoms are no joke, says William Schaffner, M.D., an infectious disease specialist and professor at the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. “Many people report having diarrhea on the toilet and leaning over to vomit in the sink simultaneously.” It doesn’t take much to catch it, either. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it takes fewer than 100 norovirus…

If you have frequent digestive issues, it can be tricky to identify the culprit. While it’s possible that you just ate something that disagreed with you, there may also be something going on in your gut that requires your attention. One such condition that GI experts are taking a closer look at is leaky gut. And the signs of a leaky gut can be tricky to spot.“Leaky gut” is not an official medical term, says Pratima Dibba, M.D., a gastroenterologist with Medical Offices of Manhattan. “It is a hypothetical diagnosis alluding to intestinal permeability.” In someone who has leaky gut…

Scientists find one popular diet that helps lower stroke risk in women.In a recent meta-analysis, researchers found that those who followed the Mediterranean diet had a lower stroke risk.A neurologist and dietitian explain what the findings mean.Eating a nutritious, balanced diet is more than just important for general well-being; studies show it contributes to increased life expectancy. While there are plenty of vitamin and mineral-rich eating plans, doctors recommend one diet, in particular, for its many benefits: the Mediterranean diet. Now, a recent study in Neurology reveals that the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of stroke.Meet the experts: Keri…

Magnesium supplements are rising in popularity, with different types of magnesium being touted as support for different conditions and health woes. But even when supplements are available, it’s smart to get as many vitamins and minerals as you can from fresh, whole foods. That’s why we asked dietitians for the best foods high in magnesium that you should be eating more of. “Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays some pretty key roles in our body, including muscle contraction and nerve function, bone density, energy metabolism, blood sugar and blood pressure regulation, and maintaining fluid-electrolyte balance in our bloodstream,” explained…

The 14 Best Wrinkle Fillers for Smooth Skin, Per DermatologistsIt’s perfectly normal for our skin to get wrinkles and fine lines as we age—but if you’re looking to achieve a smoother-looking complexion, the best wrinkle fillers can help. Often marketed as injectable filler alternatives or “Botox in a bottle” skincare products, these topical products are “designed to minimize the appearance of lines,” explains Joshua Zeichner, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in NYC. But how exactly do wrinkle fillers work? They “pull in hydration to the skin…

Over 20,000 peanut butter jars are being recalled by Ventura Foods, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.Here’s a list of impacted products.If you eat peanut butter every day, or have been known to enjoy a PB&J every now and then, you may want to take a closer look at the label. Over 20,000 peanut butter products have been recalled due to contamination concerns, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).According to the FDA’s announcement, the nut butters were recalled by Ventura Foods due to “foreign material,” specifically pieces of blue plastic, that were found in a…