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New research finds that people low in this vitamin may be more likely to get severe flu infections.Scientists say that vitamin D, specifically, may help lower certain groups’ risks of severe complications from a respiratory infection. Doctors say many may benefit from a vitamin D supplement.Cases of the flu continue to be high around the country, thanks to the highly infectious subclade K variant. While there are plenty of natural ways to boost your immune system, new research points to a supplement that may help curb severe reactions to the flu: vitamin D.That’s the takeaway from new research published in…

Getting enough sleep is key to warding off a host of health issues. While falling asleep fast is the goal for some, and staying asleep is the dream for others, it’s normal for your sleep to change over time. But as we get older, is it better to wake up early or sleep in?Sleep medicine specialists stress the importance of keeping a regular sleep schedule for your overall health. “I try to encourage older individuals who are retired to create some sort of consistent wake-up time,” says Christopher Winter, M.D., a sleep medicine specialist, neurologist, and author of The Sleep…

Getting a good night’s sleep not only helps you feel physically and mentally ready to tackle each day, but studies say that it may also add years to your life. Still, many people struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, or they wake up feeling groggy and tired. While developing sleep-promoting routines around bedtime may help, some folks find benefits from taking supplements. When it comes to magnesium glycinate vs. citrate for sleep, is one better than the other?Meet the experts: Anar Allidina, M.P.H., R.D., a registered dietitian based in Toronto; Kenneth Lee, M.D., the medical director of the Sleep…

These days, getting older no longer means slowing down. With the right lifestyle strategies, it’s possible to stay fit, mobile, social, and energetic well into your later decades. What’s more, what you eat plays a huge part in not only your physical health as you age, but also your cognition. While research in Nutrients shows that exercising and maintaining a well-rounded and nutritious diet can help combat cognitive decline, adding the best foods for brain health to your plate is an excellent place to start. What do these brain healthy foods have in common? Maggie Moon, M.S. R.D., a LA-based…

Steve says he doesn’t snore but he absolutely, 100% does. I played a voice recording of him that sounded like Darth Vader with allergic rhinitis, and he just shrugged and replied, “That’s breathing, not snoring.”I’m an anxious overthinker who is also in menopause (which messes with your sleep), so I sleep lightly. Plus, Steve gets up hours earlier than I do to exercise, which sometimes wakes me up, even though he’s quiet. A whopping 55% of post-menopausal women between ages 40 and 59 are likely to wake up feeling unrested at least four times a week, according to data from…

13 Best Hand Creams for Dry Skin, Per Experts and TestingDry, chapped skin is common as the air becomes colder and drier in the winter months—and that’s especially true of your hands, which can often become rough and cracked during the winter. That’s where the best hand creams for dry skin come in—just like that hydrating face moisturizer that’s essential in your skincare routine for dry skin, a good, hydrating hand lotion is key for hydrating, soothing, and repairing your dry hands. But why are dry hands so common in the first place, especially during the winter? “Hands often react…

While it’s true that most people could likely benefit from drinking more water, there are certain situations in which it’s possible to overdo it. If you’re at risk of overhydration, knowing the number-one sign you»re drinking too much water may help you avoid more serious symptoms in the future.Meet the experts: Natasha Trentacosta, M.D., a sports medicine specialist and orthopedic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics in Los Angeles; Michael Klein, M.D., a kidney specialist with WMCHealth in Hawthorne, NY and an associate professor at New York Medical College.“Overhydration is when there is an excess of water intake compared to water loss,”…

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and Superfoods, Inc. recalled multiple lots of their Super Greens powder supplement, Live it Up Super Greens.The product was recalled over Salmonella contamination concerns.Since the recall, the FDA and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked the product to a multi-state Salmonella outbreak.If you are one of many who start their mornings with a greens powder dissolved in a glass of water, you should double-check the brand that you use. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Superfoods, Inc. have recalled multiple lots of Live it Up Super Greens, a super…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning that previously recalled Tri-Union Seafoods select lots of canned tuna may still be on shelves.Quarantined products were accidentally shipped to stores after the recall.Here’s a list of impacted products. A recall from last year is once again relevant after quarantined products were accidentally sent to stores in multiple states. Last February, Tri-Union Seafoods and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced a voluntary recall of select lots of canned tuna products. The initial recall included products sold under Trader Joe’s, H-E-B, Genova, and Van Camp’s labels, and was initiated after the…

Proper hydration keeps many of your bodily systems running smoothly and helps stave off dehydration, which may lead to side effects like fatigue, muscle cramps, and headaches if left unaddressed. On the flip side, it is possible to take your H20 intake to the extreme and become overhydrated, especially if you fall into certain groups. There are signs you’re drinking too much water, though, that can help you recognize when it’s time to dial it back.Meet the experts: Natasha Trentacosta, M.D., a sports medicine specialist and orthopedic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics in Los Angeles; Michael Klein, M.D., a kidney specialist…