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4 min read Cold and flu season is upon us. Cases are jumping across the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data shows, bringing plenty of stuffy, runny noses along for the ride. While blowing your nose is a common way to help clear nasal congestion, apparently, you could be doing it wrong. Yup, there’s a right way to blow your nose. Meet the experts: Purvi Parikh, M.D., an allergist with Allergy & Asthma Network; Kanwar Kelley, M.D., otolaryngologist (ENT) and co-founder and CEO of Side Health; Phillip Purnell, M.D., Ph.D., an otolaryngologist at Rutgers Robert Wood…
6 min readDepending on the severity and frequency with which you experience it, acid reflux can be mildly annoying or totally debilitating. So if you often struggle with acid reflux symptoms like heartburn or regurgitation, enjoying the best foods and drinks to fight acid reflux may help ease symptoms.Acid reflux is a condition in which stomach acid sneaks back up into the esophagus, per the Cleveland Clinic. If it happens regularly, you may be diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). But if you only have acid reflux occasionally, it may be due to certain foods relaxing your lower esophageal sphincter…
3 min readIf you have a gastrointestinal disorder such as irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease, or even if you just have a slightly sensitive stomach, you likely know which foods may cause or worsen symptoms and which are always safe to eat. Two foods that often fall into the safer category are pasta and rice. But if it’s pasta vs. rice, is one gentler on the digestive system than the other?Meet the experts: Supriya Rao, M.D., a gastroenterologist with Integrated Gastroenterology Consultants in Lowell, MA; Trisha Pasricha, M.D., a gastroenterologist, assistant professor at Harvard Medical School and author…
4 min readScientists reveal one environmentally-friendly eating plan that may help you live longer.In a recent study, researchers found that those who followed Nordic nutrition recommendations had a 23% lower all-cause mortality risk.Here, dietitians help explain the findings. Mediterranean diet health benefits abound—from a lower risk of stroke to potentially even lowering stress levels. Now, scientists have found that the popular eating plan’s lesser-known Scandinavian sister, the Nordic diet, may be just as beneficial. In fact, new research indicates that it may even add years to your life.Meet the experts: Melissa Prest, D.C.N., R.D.N., spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition…
2 min readWe know better than to question a shopping recommendation from Oprah Winfrey. Whether the lifestyle mogul is raving about her top weighted vest for working out or her go-to pair of ankle boots, we take notes—and she has yet to steer us wrong. Lucky for us, the 72-year-old star’s loungewear pick, the Softies Waffle Marshmallow V-Neck Lounge Set, is currently on sale at Amazon.Oprah recently awarded the stylish lounge set a coveted spot on her carefully curated 2025 Favorite Things List, and is a long-time fan of the brand. “You know how much I love Softies—when I saw…
12 Best Foot Massagers for Neuropathy, According to Foot ExpertsAnyone can appreciate the relaxing benefits of a foot massage—but sometimes they are needed for more than just a nice pampering session, especially if you suffer from a painful foot condition like peripheral neuropathy. The best foot massagers for neuropathy can actually offer therapeutic benefits and help alleviate nerve pain and lessen stress, in addition to doling out a relaxing massage.But how do you know if your foot pain is actually neuropathy? “Neuropathy refers to a process causing inflammation of the nerves, leading to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and sometimes…
6 min readOften hailed as nature’s sports drink, the tropical beverage is lauded for its health perks. But is coconut water good for you, and how does it stack up in terms of nutrition?It turns out that the ultra-hydrating and naturally sweet beverage is packed with a slew of nutrients, including ones people often don’t get enough of in their typical diets. But are the health benefits of coconut water plentiful enough that you should drink it in place of good old-fashioned H2O? Meet the Experts: Jennifer Christman, R.D.N., L.D.N., C.P.T., director of clinical nutrition at Optavia; Keri Gans, M.S.,…
4 min readScientists say black ginseng extract slows down skin aging.Existing research backs this up, but there’s more to it.Here, dermatologists explain the findings.You have your choice of products to support aging skin (from the best eye creams to the best retinol serums), but research is always exploring new options. Now, scientists say they’ve found a food that slows down the visible signs of aging—but is it legit?The food in question is black ginseng extract. This natural product is created from fresh ginseng roots that have been steamed, dried, and concentrated. While it’s technically not a new ingredient, the buzz…
6 min readI absolutely love a good, brisk walk: Give me fresh air, interesting people to see, and cute dogs to greet instead of the inside of a sweaty gym any day. And, of course, since I’m an editor at Prevention, I’ve read so many studies aboutthe amazing benefits,for both body and mind, of putting one foot in front of the other every day. So I decided to try walking 7,000 steps every day for two weeks to see if I could reap the purported benefits.The problem is this: I work in the office three days a week and at…
3 min readRegardless of whether you have a chronic illness like diabetes or you’re just trying to eat healthier, cutting back on sugar is likely at the top of your list of possible dietary changes. Still, we admit that it’s very difficult to cut out sugar and other sweeteners entirely, which is why we were curious about the best sweeteners to use if you’re watching your blood sugar. Here, find out what experts said about honey vs. agave and which is easier on blood sugar.Meet the experts: Courtney Pelitera, M.S., R.D.N., a registered dietitian nutritionist at VNutrition; Ankit Shah, M.D.,…