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2 min readWhen it comes to makeup for mature skin, no one knows better than Laura Geller. The makeup artist and founder of Laura Geller Beauty is our go-to person for beauty advice, from her mascara tips for mature eyes to her looking and feeling your best over 50. Luckily, so many of the makeup pro’s products are currently on sale for Amazon’s Big Spring Sale right now—meaning now’s your chance to snag her top-rated makeup at a major discount!Shop Amazon’s Big Spring SaleThat’s right: Amazon is currently holding its Big Spring Sale today until March 31, with major deals…

4 min readFor years, people thought that you needed to avoid coffee and caffeine with atrial fibrillation (AFib) for fear of your heart being thrown out of rhythm. But research suggests that the link between coffee and atrial fibrillation may be different than what we previously believed and that the sip may even protect against irregular heartbeats caused by AFib. Here’s what they found, plus the main limitations of the study and where more research might be needed.The study, which was published in JAMA, enrolled 200 adults diagnosed with AFib who had an irregular, fast heart rhythm and were scheduled…

4 min read· Scientists explain how much strength training you need to build muscle, as set forth in new guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine. · Consistency is important, according to the guidance.· Trainers weigh in on the new recommendations.Strength training becomes more important with age—research shows that it may even add years to your life. While guidance on how much to do hasn’t changed in nearly two decades, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has now released updated recommendations on how much strength-training you need to gain muscle.The guidance was based on 137 systematic reviews that…

3 min readProtein is one of the most important macronutrients, helping you feel nourished, satisfied, and energized throughout the day. And yet, it can be tricky to eat enough, in large part because it’s hard to know exactly how much you need, given how recommendations change with age, activity level, and other factors. That’s why knowing the number-one sign you’re not getting enough protein can help you calibrate your intake to exactly what your body needs.Meet the experts: Cara Harbstreet, M.S., R.D., L.D., a registered dietitian and owner of Street Smart Nutrition; and Lauren Harris-Pincus, M.S., R.D.N., author of The…

2 min readWhile some people splurge on big ticket items like Apple tech or mattresses during major sale moments, I prefer to replace necessities—like my well-worn activewear. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale starts tomorrow, March 25 through March 31, so it’s the perfect time to stock your cart with great deals on activewear from brands like Champion, Adidas, and other favorites. BROWSE THE AMAZON BIG SPRING SALEWith the seasons changing, I’ve been noticing that my favorite leggings for long walks have seen better days. The Baleaf in capri length are perfect for spring and summer workouts. In addition to not rolling…

10 min readNavigating the world of nutrition can feel like trying to decipher murky hieroglyphs in a kale smoothie. With updated research, we learn new information about what is best for our bodies and minds. But some of what you hear, especially on social media, is motivated by profit, not by the desire to put truth out into the world, and it can be hard to tell the difference. Headlines usually don’t provide a complete picture—and we often don’t read past them, so we take in only part of the story. Even official food data is confusing: While 85% of…

2 min readEven though spring has made her grand entrance, there will inevitably be days when getting your steps in outside isn’t possible. Thanks, April showers! Luckily, you can still get your daily exercise with the best under-desk treadmills and walking pads. And right now is your chance to snag a top-rated pick at a major discount ahead of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.This year, Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is happening March 25 through March 31—but we’re happy to report that there are already plenty of early deals ahead of the major sale event, including huge markdowns on fitness gear. That…

5 min readAs a registered dietitian, I know a lot about the research-backed benefits of eating different foods. But I’ve heard quite a bit of anecdotal evidence about different foods, too. For example, that the beta-carotene in carrots can give your skin a natural, sun-kissed glow, a.k.a. a sort of “fake tan from the inside.” So when my editor challenged me to find out what happened when I ate carrots every day for a week, I was a bit excited. Visions of emerging from my seven-day experiment with a radiant complexion danced in my head. Would I transform into a…

4 min readThere’s no harm in partaking in a burger or steak every now and then, but research increasingly suggests that consuming too much red meat may lead to serious health consequences. A new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition really hammers that home: The findings show that eating too much red meat may cause diabetes risk to climb.Meet the experts: Komal Patil-Sisodia, M.D., D.A.B.O.M., M.S.C.P., board-certified endocrinologist; Judy Simon, M.S., R.D.N., C.D., C.H.E.S., F.A.N.D., clinical dietitian nutritionist at UW Medical Center.The data analysis included nearly 35,000 male and female participants with an average age of 46. The…

4 min readThe possibility of developing brain cancer is an admittedly terrifying thought. However, brain cancer and brain tumors are incredibly rare, with the American Cancer Society putting your lifetime risk at less than 1%. Still, knowing the number-one sign of brain cancer can help set your mind at ease, putting you on the course to treatment if you need it and hopefully preventing catastrophizing when you don’t.Meet the expert: Alyx B. Porter, M.D., a neuro-oncologist and professor of neurology at Mayo Clinic.Beyond the fact that it’s very rare, it’s also helpful to know that there are very few factors…