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This classic arm exercise “tone[s] and strengthen[s] your biceps, which will help you with independence and mobility as you get older,” Dr. Bowers said. You use your biceps—the muscles lining your front upper arms—for everything from eating to getting dressed. Dr. Bowers recommended using a resistance band for this exercise, but you could also use water bottles, cans, or dumbbells.Try this: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides. Place a resistance band under your right foot, holding one end of the band in each hand with your palms facing away from you. Curl your hands…

4 min readNo matter the type of sandwich you’re making, the bread you choose is just as important as what you’re putting between the slices. While the healthiest bread types may seem obvious, if it’s wheat vs. white bread, it’s not quite as cut-and-dried as you may think.Wheat bread is often praised for its whole grain content, boasting more fiber, vitamins, and minerals. On the other hand, white bread is known for its softer texture and longer shelf life but is often stripped of its nutrients during processing (although some brands do a great job of adding some nutrients back…

5 min readNew research suggests some people with prediabetes may benefit from a vitamin D supplement.The supplement can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.There are a few things to consider before trying this.More than 115 million Americans have prediabetes, which is when your blood sugar levels are higher than what’s considered a healthy range, but not quite at the level of a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. If you’re one of them, the big challenge is to do what you can to lower the risk your condition will progress to type 2 diabetes.While eating healthy and being more active…

✔️ Look for ample cushioning. “For cushioning, look for sandals with contoured footbeds and shock-absorbing midsoles which will aid in reducing shock during walks and while standing on hard surfaces,” advises Sharkey. “Memory foam or EVA in the footbed are excellent for cushioning.” Andersen also highly recommends memory foam in sandals. “If this was a perfect world, every shoe would have memory foam lining with arch support in it,” she says. “Every shoe would feel that good.”✔️ Check for good arch support. Arch support is crucial in a good walking sandal, according to our podiatrists. “Built-in arch support and a…

5 min readThe term “gaslighting” may feel like a buzzword, but the behavior itself is nothing new. Broadly, gaslighting is “responding to someone in a way that makes them doubt their own experience,” explains Owen Scott Muir, M.D., a dual board-certified psychiatrist. According to experts, it can be a subtle form of emotional manipulation that leaves you feeling drained.Meet the Experts: Owen Scott Muir, M.D., a dual board-certified psychiatrist; Sari Chait Ph.D., a clinical psychologist, Erin Wiley, M.A., L.P.C.C.executive director of The Willow Center, and Michele Leno, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist and founder of DML Psychological Services.The term itself comes…

7 min readI spent most of my life as a dancer, with several hours a week in the studio serving as my primary mode of exercise. But since my dance “career” came to an abrupt halt a few years ago, I’m always looking for ways to rebuild the strength and flexibility I lost in what felt like the blink of an eye. A regular Pilates practice and return to the studio via low-stakes open-level ballet classes have brought me a long way in the past two years, but what would happen to my body if I actually committed to doing…

5 min readEating more magnesium-rich foods may improve cognitive function and lower dementia risk, according to one study.Researchers say that magnesium reduces brain inflammation and may benefit post-menopausal women the most.Experts share how to safely increase your daily magnesium intake. Longevity is one of the hottest research areas in the health world right now. But doctors and scientists are not just trying to figure out how to help people live longer—instead, they’re looking for ways to help you live longer in a healthy way, keeping your body strong and mobile and your mind sharp for as long as possible. One…

4 min readThe term “brain tumor” carries a particularly scary connotation. And if you’re a fan of TV medical dramas, you may think they’re quite common. However, less than 1% of Americans are living with a primary brain tumor (one that starts in the brain), and about 72% of those are benign, per the National Brain Tumor Society. Still, knowing the most common symptoms of brain tumors may help you get a diagnosis (if only to rule one out and move on to another reason for symptoms).“The most common brain tumors fall into two broad categories,” says Walavan Sivakumar, M.D.,…

4 min readI’ll be straight with you: I’ve always wondered how Jennifer Aniston keeps her arms and abs looking so strong, year after year. So, when I heard she was sharing her speedy routine series (one workout is only 5 minutes!), my curiosity spiked. Could something that quick move the needle for muscle health? As someone who lives and breathes barre and Pilates, I’m no stranger to a tough burn, but I couldn’t help being skeptical. Is this really all it takes to get Jennifer Aniston’s signature toned arms?Determined to find out, I committed to a full month of Aniston’s…

2 min readThe Nuzzle Adjustable Pillow has thousands of rave reviews on Amazon.Shoppers say it’s “soft yet supportive” for neck pain relief and has an “amazing” cooling effect for hot sleepers.Shop the top-rated pillow on sale for a limited time.If a sore, stiff neck is keeping you from getting a good night’s rest, it may be a wake-up call that you need to upgrade your pillow. Thankfully, there are plenty of great pillows for neck pain out there—including one popular pick that’s currently a best-seller on Amazon, the Nuzzle Adjustable Pillow. Tons of reviewers rave that it’s great for relieving…