Indholdsfortegnelse for July 2019 i Prevention

THAT SOUNDS AWFULLY PHILOSOPHICAL, but I actually have a practical answer. Beauty, in magazine-speak, is the catchall word we use for hair and skin advice. And at Prevention, our beauty stories are also health, safety, and science stories—each with the side effect of helping you look good. This month, there’s info about how pollution affects skin on page 16—but don’t worry, we’ve got solutions. Our Sun Safe Awards on page 30 are also full of practical advice. I think we all know sunscreen is a must—let’s prevent skin cancer and, sure, wrinkles too—but the absolute sea of options at the drugstore can be a little overwhelming. So our team turned to the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Beauty Lab testing and an impressive roster of diverse experts to sort through sunscreens by…

Infants who spend time in a neonatal intensive care unit are often hooked up to a tangle of wires to monitor functions such as blood pressure, breathing, and heartbeat. But this can be stressful for both babies and parents and can serve as a barrier to physical bonding. Scientists from Northwestern University are seeking to change that by developing soft, wireless sensors that they think will make for a better NICU experience. Already tested on 70 NICU infants, the wireless sensors accurately measured vital signs and made it easier for parents to hold their babies skin-to-skin. The wireless patches were also gentler on the skin than the traditional sensor adhesive. Researchers say the wireless technology could appear in hospitals within two to three years.…

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The word “nausea” evokes an awful experience: that uneasy rolling-wave sensation in the stomach and head that often precedes vomiting. Terrible as it is, nausea is also an expression of the body’s wisdom. Just as hunger tells us to fill up when we need food, nausea conveys the opposite—we need to empty our stomachs or our health will suffer. So nausea shouldn’t necessarily be suppressed. In the case of food poisoning, for example, the most appropriate response is to surrender to the feeling—even to mentally encourage it. Once you vomit, you reduce the damaging potential of a toxin or pathogen and usually feel better almost instantly. FINDING RELIEF There are times when nausea manifests inappropriately—during motion sickness, for instance, when one’s stomach feels upset on the deck of a rocking…

1 Anatomy You already know that this balloon-shaped container plays a very important role: It holds the urine made by your kidneys until your brain tells it that you need to let it out. It can hold up to two cups for an average of 3½ hours before things get uncomfortable. When you’re ready to act on the urge, your bladder walls contract and a muscle at its base relaxes to let its contents flow. A woman’s urethra, the tube that carries liquid out of the bladder, is 6.3 inches shorter than a man’s—this is partly why women are more prone to getting urinary tract infections, as bacteria have a shorter distance to travel to get up into the rest of the urinary tract. 2 Brain-Bladder Messaging The act of…

■ HEPATITIS B attacks the liver and can cause cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure. The vaccine is suggested for anyone who works in health care. Plus, since it is spread through sex, it’s especially recommended for adults who are not monogamous. Dr. Schaffner adds that diabetics 60 and younger should get it too. ■ MENINGOCOCCUS can develop into meningitis and sepsis. The vaccine is recommended for health care workers and adults with certain medical conditions or who are traveling to sub-Saharan countries. ■ PNEUMOCOCCUS can cause pneumonia and meningitis. While the vaccine is advised for patients 65 and up, Dr. Dharmarajan endorses it for those ages 19 to 64 who are “at increased risk for pneumococcal disease because of an illness” like liver or kidney disease.…

ACTIVE 20 MIN. TOTAL 40 MIN. MAKES 12 MUFFINS 1 cup whole-wheat flour¾ cup all-purpose flour¼ cup white quinoa (raw)1 tsp baking powder1 tsp ground cinnamon½ tsp ground ginger½ tsp baking soda½ tsp kosher salt1 large egg, beaten1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt¼ cup milk¼ cup honey2 plums, 1 chopped and 1 thinly sliced 1. Heat oven to 400°F. Line a 12-hole muffin pan with paper liners. 2. In a large bowl, whisk flours, quinoa, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a medium bowl, whisk egg, yogurt, milk, and honey. Fold egg mixture into flour mixture until just combined, then stir in chopped plum. 4. Divide batter among muffin cups (about ¼ cup each) and top each with a couple of plum slices. 5. Bake until a…

It’s picnic and barbecue season, and all those snacks and sweets can be tempting. Next time you want to indulge, try these smart swaps from Jaclyn London, M.S., R.D., nutrition director at the Good Housekeeping Institute. • SNACKS: Ditch potato chips for ones made from veggies like kale, carrots, beets, and sweet potato (a vegetable should be the first ingredient). Reach for popcorn, which tends to be lower in calories and has fiber. Instead of corn tortilla chips, look for ones made of beans for a bit of extra protein. Try: Beanfields, Bare Snacks, Rhythm Superfoods, Angie’s Boomchickapop, SkinnyPop, Smartfood Delight. • DIPS: If you can’t find low-sodium salsa, skip the salty store-bought kind and make your own; this lets you monitor how much salt goes in and load it…

Mindfulness is having a moment, and here’s one more reason to give it a shot: Menopause symptoms (such as anxiety, hot flashes, and sleep problems) reported by women who practiced it were milder, according to a new study. Often these symptoms can trigger a fight-or-flight response that causes things like rapid breathing and spiking of blood pressure, pulse rate, and blood sugar. “With mindfulness, a woman can choose to focus on taking slow, deep breaths that steer her away from the panic,” says Richa Sood, M.D., a study author and an associate professor of medicine at Mayo Clinic. Try a guided meditation video online or a meditation app like Headspace or Calm. 18 PERCENT THIS PERCENTAGE OF PARENTS SAY THEY OFFER TO LET THEIR KIDS SKIP TOOTHBRUSHING AS A REWARD,…

Q: Can pollution affect your complexion? A: Yes. Air pollution can harm more than your health: Research now indicates that it can also damage your skin. “Studies have shown that people living in higher-traffic urban areas have more pronounced wrinkles than those in more rural environments,” says Dendy Engelman, M.D., a dermatologist in New York City. “Pollution generates excess free radicals that can impair skin’s ability to produce collagen and retain moisture.” One study found that exposure also increased skin hyperpigmentation (dark spots) by 22%. To prevent and repair pollution damage, apply a face serum with high levels of free radical–fighting antioxidants like vitamin C, ferulic acid, and green tea each morning, and upgrade your facialcleansing routine to include a cleansing brush, which will remove pollution particles more thoroughly than…

A team of Australian researchers believes that vacuuming vigorously, walking up stairs briskly, and doing yard work—in other words, working hard when doing routine tasks—can have big benefits. They say that if you build on the concept of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), a type of exercise that relies on short bursts of all-out effort to blast calories and fat, you can support your overall well-being while going about your day. “Three to four bouts of these types of activities per day can have a long-term impact on aerobic fitness and perhaps blood pressure in physically inactive middle-aged and older people,” says Emmanuel Stamatakis, a professor of physical activity at the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney. It’s not a replacement for your regular workout regimen, but by exerting yourself outside…

For many women, noticing that a partner’s interest in sex is waning can be scary and confusing. And trust me, the realization is no picnic for men either. After all, the media, porn, and decades of boys-just-want-to-have-sex gender expectations have left guys with the idea that if they’re not always ready to go, they’re not real men. And the pressure of that stereotype leaves them with very little space to be, well, human. But the truth is that libido in men is just as complex as it is in women. Some men want sex every day; some are perfectly happy with once every few months. Both are normal. So when is low libido problematic? There’s a normal decline in the amount of sex most couples have over time, but if…

We’re not surprised when men start to go bald, but hair loss can happen to women too. In fact, of the roughly 80 million U.S. adults with the most common type, androgenetic alopecia (also known as male or female pattern baldness), about 40% are women. Hair loss can deal a big blow to self-esteem, and while genetics plays a role—if one of your parents lost his or her hair, the chances are higher that you will too—hair loss can also signal a health issue, such as an autoimmune disorder or a thyroid condition. Most commonly, stress, hormonal shifts, dandruff, medications, or vitamin deficiencies can also trigger hair loss. That’s why if you notice falling strands, your first step should be to see a dermatologist to diagnose the, well, root cause.…

Measles and rubella had been eradicated in the U.S. until some people stopped having their children get the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine, mainly because they believe it causes autism. (Numerous studies have proven there’s no link.) Measles is highly contagious, and the number of outbreaks in the U.S. this year is already the highest since it was considered eliminated. DO YOU NEED A SHOT? You may no longer have immunity if you were vaccinated between 1963 and 1989, though you’ll generally need a booster only if you live in an area where there’s an outbreak or are traveling to such an area or overseas.…

Why a special vet? “Asking how to care for your exotic pet at the pet store is like asking for health advice for your kid at the toy store,” explains Christoph Mans, D.V.M., an associate professor of zoological medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Instead, bring your new friend to a vet specialist as soon as you get him and schedule annual visits after that. The prevalence of veterinary practices specializing in these species is on the rise, according to Jeff Rhody, D.V.M., of Lakeside Veterinary Center in Maryland. Be careful with diet Birds, reptiles, and small mammals are susceptible to illnesses related to poor diet. Rabbits and guinea pigs, for example, often develop dental disease and should eat lots of fiber, hay, and dark leafy greens while avoiding sugar.…

MISSING NUMBER SQUARE What two-digit number belongs in the empty square? ODD WORD OUT Which of these doesn’t belong? HOUR • WEEK • MONTH • YEAR CRYPTOGRAM Each number represents a letter. Can you name the title of this famous play? DIY CUBE Which of these cubes will the pattern shown create when folded? ANSWERS: Missing Number Square: 47 (pair the first digit from the number on the left with the second digit from the number on the right). Odd Word Out: Month (the others have four letters). Cryptogram: All’s Well That Ends Well. DIY Cube: A.…

SERVES 4 1 On a rimmed baking sheet, toss 12 oz trimmed green beans with 1 Tbsp olive oil and ¼ tsp each salt and pepper; broil until just tender, 7 minutes. 84¢ 2 Heat a large Dutch oven on medium. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil, 3 large cloves garlic (finely chopped), and a pinch of salt, then sauté 30 seconds. 16¢ 3 Add ¾ cup dry white wine and bring to a boil. Add 4 lbs mussels (scrubbed) and simmer, covered, stirring twice, until shells open, 5 to 8 minutes. Discard any unopened shells. $9.71 4 Toss with 2 beefsteak tomatoes and ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley (both chopped). Serve with green beans. $1.16 TOTAL: $11.87 NUTRITION (per serving): 220 cal, 16 g pro, 17 g carb, 4 g fiber, 6…

How much you snooze could affect how you perceive pain. A study in The Journal of Neuroscience found that people felt pain more strongly when they didn’t get enough shut-eye. “We know sleep plays a role in how the brain processes pain by amplifying those pain signals,” says Adam Krause, a study author and a doctoral student at the Center for Human Sleep Science at UC Berkeley. “And in the body, sleep is important for balancing inflammation, a common source of pain.”…

The number of heart attacks in the U.S. is declining overall, but there’s one demographic in which they appear to be on the rise: younger people. A presentation by Harvard researchers at the American College of Cardiology’s 68th Annual Scientific Session showed that among people under 50 having a heart attack, the proportion of those younger than 40 increased by 2% over the past 10 years. Researchers say the findings suggest that doctors should closely monitor heart disease risk factors in younger adults and recommend lifestyle changes that can help protect the heart.…

It can be a slimy nuisance when you’re swimming—or a delicious snack!—and now seaweed is the latest skincare star. “It’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids,” says Chris G. Adigun, M.D., a dermatologist at Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill in North Carolina. And it has benefits for all skin types: “Seaweed can help the outer layer of skin stay strong and healthy so it can keep out irritants, its antioxidants protect skin from damage, and it can calm inflammation,” says Ava Shamban, M.D., a dermatologist and the founder of SkinFive Clinics and Ava MD Dermatology in Los Angeles. TO USE IT: Face: If your skin is dry, red, or irritated, try incorporating skincare products that contain seaweed, kelp, algae, or their extracts into your regimen…

TWO YEARS AGO, Katy Quinn, a 50-year-old Brooklyn, NY, actress, was diagnosed with Lyme disease—her fifth bout with it. She’d grown up in Old Lyme, CT, so she was intimately aware of the symptoms of the tick-borne disease named after the nearby town. She was put on a two-week course of antibiotics, but it wasn’t sufficient, and her symptoms worsened; she had excruciating pressure headaches, constantly dilated pupils, and a quickening heartbeat. That was when she sought out an infectious-disease specialist. But the doctor took one look at her age and said her symptoms were likely from perimenopause. Katy was stunned. “It was scary, because untreated Lyme can be very dangerous, and it looked like she might not give me more antibiotics,” she says. Fortunately, the doctor relented, but not…

TIME IT RIGHT Grilling adds a smoky depth to avocado, but this buttery fruit needs only a minute or two—if cooked too long, it can begin to taste bitter. GO NATURAL Watermelon’s natural sugar content helps the fruit caramelize as it sears on the grill, adding extra sweetness to this salad. SLICE FOR BEST RESULTS Cutting bread ¾ in. thick and on a slight angle creates maximum surface area for grilling so you get more flavor from a smaller piece. CHOOSE SKIN-ON It contains the majority of the salmon’s omega-3 fatty acids. To avoid extra chemicals often found in fish skin, opt for wild instead of farmed. USING HEAT WISELY The trickiest part of grilling is knowing which type of heat to use. Our rule of thumb: For quick-cooking thin…

Sharpen Reading Skills ✓ Sign Up for a Book Club Most local libraries host one during the summer. “It helps kids set shortand long-term goals, track their progress, and develop a reading habit that has a tangible reward, like a prize at the end, all of which makes reading a positive experience,” says Matthew Boulay, founder of the National Summer Learning Association. If your library doesn’t have one, organize your own with your friends and their kids, or create a summer book list. Let your child choose the books she’ll read—whether they’re about astronauts or dragons—to make it something she looks forward to. ✓ Listen to Literature Audiobooks can boost a child’s vocabulary, says Carrie Shrier, extension educator in child and family development at Michigan State University. For younger children,…