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2 min readDenise Austin shared a series of standing ab exercises on Instagram.If you’re looking to “target your tummy” without doing crunches, these moves are perfect for you.Here’s how to do Austin’s workout.Want to strengthen your core, but hate doing crunches? Not to worry: Denise Austin has you covered. The longtime fitness pro recently took to Instagram to share a quick and easy ab workout, made up entirely of standing moves.“These fun standing exercises are a wonderful way to work your core, improve your balance, and boost your energy… no floor required!” Austin wrote in the caption. “Remember… strong ABS…

2 min readKey PointsThe FDA has issued a report warning the public that some dabigatran etexilate capsules have been recalled.Dabigatran, also known by the brand name Pradaxa, is a prescription blood thinner.Here’s how to tell if your medication is included in the recall.If you take an anticoagulant—a class of medications popularly known as “blood thinners”—you may want to check your medicine cabinet. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a report warning that some dabigatran capsules have been recalled nationwide.Dabigatran, commonly known by the brand name Pradaxa, is commonly used to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clots,…

4 min readAs a registered dietitian, one of the questions I hear most often goes something like this: “I’ve cut back on butter and red meat, so why is my cholesterol still off?” More often than people expect, the answer has less to do with fat and more to do with carbohydrates. So, what exactly happens to your cholesterol when you eat carbs?The answer surprises a lot of folks. We’ve been trained to think of cholesterol as a fat problem. But the food you eat, including carbs, gets broken down and reshaped by your body in ways that can nudge…

5 min readKey PointsNew research suggests that eating within a certain window of time can support cognitive health as you age.The findings are from a preliminary study. Doctors say there are likely a few factors driving this.We all know that what you eat can affect your overall health—but new research suggests that when you eat might have an impact, too.The study, which was presented at the American Society for Nutrition’s annual meeting, found that limiting food intake to a specific schedule might help keep your mind sharp as you age. The researchers enrolled 47 postmenopausal women classified as overweight or…

5 min readYou know those types of nights when you’re bone-tired, but as soon as your head hits the pillow, your brain starts buzzing and you’re wide awake. Spending too much time trying to fall asleep feels super frustrating—if only there were a better way to wind down!You might not be able to summon those ZZZs with a snap of your fingers, but there actually is one trick that sleep experts say deserves a spot in your bedtime routine: a quick pre-sleep stretch session.“Gentle stretching of the neck, shoulders, back, hips, and legs can help slow the body down before…

6 min readAs you get older, it can be tempting to accept that new aches, pains, fatigue, or other health changes are just a natural part of aging. But do they have to be? If you were to start eating some of the world’s healthiest foods, for instance, could you eliminate some of these age-related ailments?This is the question internal medicine physician Steven Bowers, D.O., and his wife Elizabeth Shimer Bowers wanted to answer when writing their book Secrets of the World’s Healthiest People. So they tracked down healthy people in their eighth, ninth, and tenth decades of life to…

5 min readKey PointsA new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine breaks down the biggest things disturbing sleep.Stress-related issues are the most common sleep-disrupters.There are several things you can do to combat these, according to doctors.Struggling to get enough sleep is remarkably common: About one in three American adults don’t get the recommended seven hours a night, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Recently, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) conducted a survey to determine what’s driving Americans’ poor sleep hygiene and found six common factors—many of which are related to stress.For the survey, the…

5 min readWhen you’re watching your blood sugar, starting your day with the right breakfast can be the difference between keeping your levels steady and watching them spike and drop all day. So if it’s oatmeal vs. granola for blood sugar, which should you choose?Meet the experts: Amna Haq, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., a registered dietitian and owner of the Inclusive Dietitian in Chicago; Juliana Vocca, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian and owner of Prime Women Nutrition in Moorestown, N.J.Here, dietitians explain how these two popular breakfast foods impact your blood sugar levels, the best ways to prepare and enjoy them,…

5 min readI have a confession: I’m a little scared of the weights section at the gym. As someone whose workouts mostly consist of walking and yoga, I’ve always found weight training a little (okay, a lot) intimidating. But, as it turns out, there’s another great way to strength train without needing to lift any big, scary, heavy weights: by using resistance bands.Resistance bands are stretchy, elastic bands that work by “providing external resistance, like a dumbbell, to different exercise movements,” Alex Germano, P.T., D.P.T., G.C.S., CF-L2, a physical therapist and clinician with FOX Rehabilitation, previously explained to Prevention. Experts…

6 min readThe terms “Alzheimer’s” and “dementia” are often used interchangeably in everyday conversation. But experts note that there are differences between Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, there are several other types to know.“Many people do think that they’re interchangeable, but there are differences,” explains Claire Sexton, D.Phil., the national executive programs lead of Brain Health at the American Heart Association.Meet the Experts: Archana Koganti, M.D., board-certified neurologist with Wellstar Health Systems; Claire Sexton, D.Phil., the national executive programs lead of Brain Health at the American Heart Association;…