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4 min readChronic inflammation may be behind some of the most debilitating illnesses and health conditions—and in many cases, your diet may be an active contributor. Knowing the signs your diet is causing inflammation can help you make the necessary adjustments and tweaks to your meals to reduce inflammation and associated symptoms, helping you feel better.That said, just as the food you eat can promote inflammation that exacerbates existing health conditions, it’s not the only contributor. “It can be difficult to pinpoint diet as the sole cause of inflammation,” says Sapna Peruvemba, M.S., R.D.N., a plant-based registered dietitian nutritionist in…

8 min readIt’s still possible to come down with a virus or other infection, even when you do everything right. But while you’re laid up and trying to recover, it’s understandable to wonder about the best foods to eat when you feel sick.While no food will magically make you feel better, some are better suited for this situation than others. But the right foods to eat when you’re under the weather largely depend on what you’re grappling with. The best foods for a stomach virus may be very different from the best foods to eat when you have a respiratory…

Made with Avène’s proprietary thermal spring water, this multitasking product boasts more than 45 uses, from calming redness and dryness to soothing sun-exposed skin, and even helping heal minor cuts and scrapes. It’s fragrance- and alcohol-free, which minimizes irritation, and also contains a postbiotic ingredient that supports a healthy skin microbiome.Dr. Oyetakin says that while “it is often thought of as a treatment product,” Avène’s Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream, “can be used as a daily moisturizer.” “While it is a bit thicker texture, it absorbs quickly. For the rosacea patient that is actively flaring, this product can be used to…

3 min readWhat you eat affects the functioning of every part of your body, from your feet all the way up to your brain. So if you’re trying to fill your plate with the best foods to eat for better brain health, you may arrive at snack time considering walnuts vs. almonds. Does one contain more mind-boosting nutrients than the other?Meet the experts: Destini Moody, R.D.N., C.S.S.D., L.D., a registered dietitian nutritionist at VNutrition; Sapna Peruvemba, M.S., R.D.N., a plant-based registered dietitian nutritionist in Loma Linda, CA.Here, dietitians break down how walnuts and almonds each impact the health of your…

2 min readWhy should you know the number-one sign of lung cancer? While prostate cancer is more common in men and breast cancer is more common in women, more Americans die of lung cancer every year than of prostate, breast, and colon cancers combined, according to the American Cancer Society.Meet the experts: David Yashar, M.D., a hematologist-medical oncologist at MemorialCare Cancer Institute at Long Beach Medical Center in Long Beach, CA; Jimmy Johannes, M.D., a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist at MemorialCare Medical Group in Long Beach, CA.The majority of people diagnosed with lung cancer are over 65, per…

3 min readGluten is a nutrient that has garnered a lot of attention in recent years, perhaps unnecessarily, to the point that comparing gluten-free bread vs. whole wheat bread is trickier than it should be. “The rise of gluten-free bread came about as we began to see an increase in people with celiac disease and irritable bowel syndrome,” explains Destini Moody, R.D.N., C.S.S.D., L.D., a registered dietitian nutritionist at VNutrition. “Food marketing has the sometimes-intended-usually-not effect of making people believe a nutrient is bad simply by labeling foods as free of that nutrient.”Meet the experts: Destini Moody, R.D.N., C.S.S.D., L.D.,…

3 min readIn-home air purifiers may lower blood pressure in certain people, according to one study.Researchers say that HEPA air filters may reduce systolic blood pressure for people whose BP is high. Experts explain the findings, plus share other ways to lower blood pressure naturally.Studies have shown that air quality impacts blood pressure, even though scientists are still unsure of the exact mechanisms at play. Now, research suggests that using the right kind of air purifier in your home—specifically, one with a HEPA (which stands for high-efficiency particulate air) air filter—may actually be a way to lower blood pressure in…

5 min readLess common and not as well known as non-Hodgkin lymphoma, classic Hodgkin lymphoma is another of the main types of lymphoma, or cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. While symptoms tend to be nonspecific and easily linked to other health conditions, knowing the number-one sign of lymphoma and other common symptoms people experience can help you get the right treatment when needed.According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), there will be about 8,920 new cases of Hodgkin lymphoma (also called Hodgkin disease) diagnosed this year. There are a few key differences between Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin…

3 min read· The BA.3.2 COVID variant is getting a lot of attention.· Nicknamed “cicada,” it’s back after simmering in the background for a while.· This variant has a jaw-dropping number of mutations.There hasn’t been much talk about COVID-19 over the past few months, and with good reason: Government wastewater testing data suggests that cases of the virus across the country are currently low. But the latest COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2, named cicada, is making waves.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) flagged the variant in its Morbidity and Mortality Report (MMWR). BA.3.2 has the potential to evade protection from…

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is still live for one more day, so now is the time to spring on your summer glow up. With winter hibernation in the rearview mirror, it’s time to give our bodies some much-needed love and recommit to those fitness goals we set way back on New Year’s. Until March 31st, Amazon is offering up to 50% off wellness products, so you don’t have to break the bank to get back on track. Best Amazon Spring Sale Deals Best Vibration Plate Deal: EvoSpark Vibration Plate for Lymphatic Drainage, $80 (was $130) Best-Seller: Merach Rowing Machine, $190…