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2 min readWow, forgiveness can be hard (forgiving yourself is sometimes the hardest!), especially if you haven’t gotten over whatever it was the person did. Not forgiving someone who hurt you doesn’t make you a terrible person.That said, if you can get to forgiveness, it can lower your stress and help you feel happier. Making a conscious decision to forgive a transgression gives you a chance to positively reframe the situation and release negative feelings, explains Simira Freeman, Psy.D., a psychologist in New York City. This way you won’t ruminate and harbor resentment, both of which can harm your mental…

Sometimes, you can’t do better than the classics. On sale for under $60 and offering solid support, these chunky yet cute New Balance sneakers are ideal for walkers who don’t want to spend an arm and a leg to hit the trail (or the sidewalk) in comfort. Along with super-soft cushioning, they come with a supportive midsole with an oversized heel crash pad to absorb impact, a durable molded PU insert, and a breathable upper made of part-suede, part-mesh.More: Best Walking Shoes for WomenWhen you want a stylish, retro-inspired trainer—without sacrificing sink-in softness—the Vionic 23Walk 2.0 is a great choice.…

5 min readOur eyes are a window: they reveal when we’re not getting enough sleep, if we had too much wine the night before, or how much we’ve laughed throughout our lifetime. This is because the skin around the eyes is the thinnest on the face, making it more susceptible to irritation, dryness, and environmental damage, which can contribute to the appearance of aging skin. And that’s because the skin around the eye area doesn’t have as many oil glands and collagen as the rest of your face and body, making it more prone to dryness, droopiness, lines, and wrinkles,…

10 min readBed bugs may be tiny, but that doesn’t stop people from fearing them. That’s because bed bugs are not easy to get rid of once they infest an area—they’ve temporarily shut down movie theaters, stores, and other businesses. They’re also notorious for camping out in hotels, so travelers may worry about bringing an unintentional souvenir back home with them.But while many people have a healthy fear of bed bugs, most don’t know what a bed bug bite looks like or even how to spot a bed bug. While it’s not easy to know whether you’ve been bitten by…

6 min readSeveral social media influencers have made claims that sunscreen is bad for you.Research has proven that sunscreen can help lower the risk of developing skin cancer. Doctors recommend wearing sunscreen every time you step outside. Social media has a reputation for spreading misinformation, especially around health. But there is a growing wave of influencers who insist that sunscreen is bad for you, and it’s getting plenty of attention.One person talking about this is Riley Check, who wrote a message on X that went viral that said, “People who wear sunscreen are always getting skin cancer.” Gubba Homestead, who…

4 min readAny unusual symptoms or experiences related to your heart can be scary. But if you are lying in bed and your heart starts to feel like it’s beating too fast or skipping beats, it doesn’t always mean there’s something serious going on. In fact, there are a handful of common causes of a racing heart at night, many of which are not a reason for concern.Meet the experts: Lu Chen, M.D., a cardiac electrophysiologist at MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA; Kevin Kheder, M.D., an interventional cardiologist at Hoag’s Jeffrey…

2 min readKey PointsNearly 30,000 pounds of beef have been recalled in Florida and Texas.The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) gave the recall the highest risk level.Here’s a list of affected products.Unless you’re following a vegetarian or vegan diet, there’s a good chance you have a package of raw beef on hand in the fridge or freezer. But if you recently purchased yours from a store in Florida or Texas, you may want to take a second look at the label: Nearly 30,000 pounds of beef have been recalled in those states, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).Per…

5 min readVitamins affect every part of your body, from your heart all the way to your nails. Making sure you’re consuming the best vitamins for strong nails will not only keep them looking and feeling healthy, but may also help stave off chronic health conditions.Meet the experts: Brynna Connor, M.D., a board-certified family medicine physician and healthcare ambassador at NorthwestPharmacy.com; Bree Phillips, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian based in San Francisco.“As with your skin, your nails can indicate potential underlying health issues,” said Brynna Connor, M.D., a board-certified family medicine physician. She explained that issues with your nails may…

4 min readKey PointsRegular sunscreen use may help reverse signs of sun damage, according to dermatologists. Sunscreen allows skin to focus on repairing itself, instead of fighting off additional injury from UV rays.Proper sunscreen use is crucial, though. It’s common knowledge that sunscreen can prevent premature signs of aging by protecting against the sun’s harsh UV rays. But recently, a dermatologist surprised some when she suggested SPF could go further—potentially even turning back the clock on your skin.“Consistent sunscreen use over time has actually been shown to reverse sun damage,” California dermatologist Samantha Ellis, M.D., said in a recent TikTok.…

8 min readMove over, matcha. There’s another buzzy green powder on the scene. Like matcha, moringa is a plant that many people say offers health benefits when consumed. Though it’s often ground into a powder, it’s also common to eat the leaves or pods cooked or raw. Ahead, experts explain the potential health benefits of moringa.“Most of the evidence for its benefits comes from preclinical studies and smaller trials, rather than large-scale randomized controlled trials,” explains Gary Soffer, M.D., director of the Integrative Medicine Program at Yale Medicine. “The most promising evidence is for glycemic control and antidiabetic effects, particularly…