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Welcome to Retail Therapy by Prevention! In this series, our editors provide thoughtful, honest reviews of what we’ve been testing lately that we want you to know about—because we refuse to keep these game-changing finds all to ourselves. Whether you’re on a mission to find something specific or simply need a little retail therapy in the form of an impulse purchase, consider this your insider’s shopping guide to everything our team thinks is worth the buy. Over the past few years, I’ve realized just how important it is to invest in a high-quality bed. As someone who struggles with getting…
Making decisions that help your bones grow big and strong is often a priority when you’re a kid. But as you get older—and especially after menopause—maintaining them brings on renewed importance. While eating foods for strong bones is a great start, adding exercises for bone health to your routine helps set you (and your body) up for success.“Strong bones aren’t just about preventing fractures—they’re essential for staying mobile, independent, and confident in daily life,” says Tina Tang, C.P.T., a personal trainer in Jersey City, NJ. Exercise is one of the best ways to boost, which is why we asked trainers…
U.S. Olympian Lindsey Vonn is updating fans on her health.The skier crashed during the Alpine women’s downhill event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Sunday.She recently underwent surgery after suffering a complex tibia fracture. Lindsey Vonn is updating fans on her health after crashing during the Alpine women’s downhill event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Despite tearing her ACL mere days before the Games began, the 41-year-old skier had high hopes for the Games. Unfortunately, things quickly soured when she crashed just 13 seconds into the downhill course on Sunday and had to be airlifted out.…
For people with diabetes, regularly checking their blood sugar levels is part of their daily life. But if you don’t have diabetes, you likely aren’t measuring your blood sugar very often, if at all. That’s why knowing the symptoms of high blood sugar can come in handy, especially if you have prediabetes (a.k.a. blood sugar nearing diabetes levels). They can help you recognize when you should call your doctor to avoid potentially dangerous complications. “High blood sugar—also called hyperglycemia—means there’s too much glucose in your bloodstream,” explained Lisa Shah, M.D., a physician who specializes in metabolic health. This typically happens…
Research suggests that magnesium may help to regulate vitamin D levels in the body. Magnesium may help raise or lower vitamin D levels, depending on a person’s status of the nutrient. Experts say this doesn’t mean people low in vitamin D should automatically take a magnesium supplement.More than 30% of Americans are deficient in vitamin D, making it worth paying attention to. But new research suggests that a different nutrient may influence how well your body regulates levels of vitamin D: magnesium. The study, which was published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, analyzed the impact of magnesium on…
Sleep has such a profound impact on your overall health. Not only does a solid night of rest help you feel ready to attack the day, but getting enough sleep also reduces your risk of developing many chronic illnesses, including type 2 diabetes and heart disease, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As such, many people turn to the supplement aisle looking for sleep support—and one getting a lot of buzz is magnesium for sleep. Magnesium is a mineral that’s naturally present in many foods, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It’s a cofactor (i.e.…
I sleep on the Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress every night.The Sapira Hybrid, along with all the other beds in Leesa’s lineup, is on sale for Presidents’ Day.The mattress has the perfect balance of comfort and support for my scoliosis.I first moved into my New York City apartment in the middle of a heatwave, so I wasn’t exactly jumping for joy at the thought of facilitating a complicated mattress delivery or lugging a bed up the stairs. But I take my sleep seriously, so I was not about to sacrifice quality for convenience. After copious amounts of research, all roads led…
Hoka fans rejoice: Another sales weekend is here, which means one thing: unprecedented steep sales that you are not going to want to miss on best-selling running and walking shoes. In case you are not familiar, the cult-favorite brand is beloved by podiatrists, shoppers, and Prevention editors for its ultra-plush cushioned soles, lightweight, breathable fabrics, and wide array of color option—not to mention it’s nabbed top spots on our lists of best shoes for plantar fasciitis, the best shoes for walking on concrete, and the best shoes for neuropathy.SHOP HOKA PRESIDENTS’ DAY SALESUnsurprisingly, the best Hoka shoe deals this month…
Nearly two years after being diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer, James Van Der Beek has died at the age of 48. The Varisty Blues star died peacefully in his home, according to a post his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, made on Instagram. Prior to his death, the Dawson’s Creek actor spoke out about the colorectal cancer symptom he said he ignored. The star first opened up about his diagnosis in November 2024. In the months following, he was a vocal advocate for others to get tested for colorectal cancer in their 40s, even if otherwise healthy. “I was…
The Best Drugstore Skincare Products, According to DermatologistsEveryone knows the key to healthy, glowing skin is a good skincare routine—but you don’t always have to obliterate your budget on luxury products for the best results. In fact, the best drugstore skincare products—yes, all those affordable cleansers, serums, and moisturizers on your drugstore shelves—can provide just as good results for clear, smooth skin without breaking the bank, as long as you know what to look for.“A lot of times people believe you need to spend a lot of money for good skincare or ‘you get what you pay for,’ but thankfully,…