Innehållsförteckning för November 2019 från Prevention

POP QUIZ: What has this month always been about? Family and turkey, right? Well, here at Prevention we like to keep everybody on their toes (including ourselves!), so we’ve taken a slightly different approach to November this year. For one thing, we recognize that family doesn’t always bring comfort and joy, and that a lot of people are lonely around the holidays—sometimes even when surrounded by other people. Our look at how loneliness is an important health issue (“A Quiet Crisis,” page 62) will, I hope, give you the reasons and tools to connect with people you value who help you feel valued right back. On a lighter note, instead of giving you Thanksgiving recipes—I bet you’ve got your sweet potatoes all figured out—we’re giving you pizza. For me, pizza…

Dr. Weil is founder and director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine. Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, can be challenging for patients and physicians because the symptoms can seem contradictory. One type is characterized by frequent diarrhea, while another kind is marked by frequent constipation. Yet a third type includes both. People with IBS may also experience abdominal pain, gas, bloating, headache, and fatigue—but not necessarily all of these. The same symptoms can occur with a wide variety of disorders, including potentially dangerous infections, so careful diagnosis is needed. The cause of IBS is usually considered to be lack of proper communication between the brain and the gut. It’s not entirely clear why the wires get crossed, but this makes the muscles that line the digestive tract contract more…

PREVENTION’S EXPERT PANEL • Whitney Bowe, M.D., NYC-based dermatologist and author of Dirty Looks • Sheel Desai Solomon, M.D., dermatologist in Raleigh-Durham, NC • Mary Wendel, M.D., internist specializing in hair, medical director of Medi Tresse in Wellesley, MA • Eva Scrivo, hairstylist and owner of Eva Scrivo Salons in New York City and author of Eva Scrivo on Beauty • Katey Denno, celebrity makeup artist in Los Angeles • Ashunta Sheriff-Kendricks, celebrity makeup artist in Chicago and founder of Ashunta Sheriff Beauty…

GOOD FOR YOUR GUT “When stomach flu strikes, ginger can help relieve nausea and vomiting and ease stomach cramps and bloating. Clinical studies show that the chemicals in ginger work in the stomach and intestines as well as the brain and nervous system to control nausea. Use it as a spice in meals, chew a piece of fresh ginger, or try taking ginger capsules.” —Maria C. Mejia de Grubb, M.D., associate professor, Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine “Unsulfured blackstrap molasses is a wonderful stool softener. Take one tablespoon daily on its own or stir it into water or any beverage. It’s especially useful for pregnant women as a natural alternative to chemical laxatives—plus, it contains iron and many other essential vitamins and minerals such as…

Loneliness is an all-too-human emotion that poets, novelists, and songwriters have for centuries tried to capture in words in every language. But some researchers contend that it’s more than a feeling: It’s a scourge, an illness, a condition to be treated like a disease—and an infectious and deadly one at that. According to a literature review, lacking a social connection is considered more dangerous than smoking 15 cigarettes a day and deadlier than obesity. Thus it makes sense how feeling alone can translate into physical ailments. Humans are social creatures, which doesn’t mean we simply enjoy being social; it means we need to be. It’s how we survive—together, in groups, finding strength in numbers even if, unlike our ancestors, we wouldn’t literally starve to death if we didn’t have a…

ROASTED APPLES SERVES 2 Heat oven to 425°F. Coat a small rimmed baking sheet with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Place 2 apples (halved and cored) cut sides down, sprinkle with 4 sprigs thyme, and roast until tender, 15 minutes. Place in bowls, cut sides up, and add dollops of vanilla Greek yogurt. Spoon any pan juices on top and sprinkle with additional thyme if desired. NUTRITION (per serving): 153 cal, 2 g pro, 27 g carb, 4 g fiber, 20 g sugars (1 g added sugars), 5.5 g fat (1 g sat fat), 2 mg chol, 8 mg sodium APPLE NACHOS SERVES 4 Cut 2 apples into thin wedges and arrange on a plate. In a bowl, whisk together 2 Tbsp almond butter and 1 Tbsp each coconut oil and maple…

SWITCH IT UP! Vary the types (and colors) of peppers to give your’za more layers of flavor. Spicier peppers, like jalapeños, offer a contrast to the creaminess of the cheese. HOT-PEPPER AND ONION PIZZA IN A BOWL, TOSS: 1 small onion, thinly sliced1 small red pepper, sliced1 small yellow pepper, sliced1 poblano pepper, halved and thinly sliced1 small jalapeño, halved and, thinly sliced1 Tbsp olive oil¼ tsp each salt and pepper Follow instructions on page 85, but sprinkle 1½ oz extra-sharp Cheddar (coarsely grated) over dough before adding topping mixture. Serves 4. NUTRITION (per serving): 330 cal, 12 g pro, 57 g carb, 3 g fiber, 3.5 g sugars (2 g added sugars), 6.5 g fat (1.5 g sat fat), 4 mg chol, 690 mg sodium GET YOUR GREENS Skip the…

Healing Powers of Pumpkin Pie Spice Autumn’s trendiest flavor offers a host of health benefits, thanks to the five spices that make up the blend. Allspice has been used for centuries as a natural remedy to ease toothaches, headaches, and respiratory congestion. Cinnamon may help regulate blood glucose levels, cholesterol, and triglycerides and also ease inflammation. Cloves are high in antioxidants and may help reduce chronic inflammation, while ginger works as an anti-inflammatory and may soothe an unsettled stomach. And nutmeg is used in traditional herbal medicine to help with joint pain, infections, and gastrointestinal distress. But all this doesn’t mean you should load up on sugary PPS lattes or ice cream—instead, sprinkle the blend on oatmeal, coffee, roasted sweet potatoes, or even popcorn. Slim Your Waist, Protect Your Brain…

1 | BEST BRIGHTENING TREATMENT No7 Early Defence Glow Activating Serum, $25, Target “This lightweight face serum has a powerful combination of antioxidants and peptides that reduces the appearance of fine lines and pores, enhancing your skin’s radiance.” —Dr. Solomon 2 | BEST NIGHT CREAM Naturopathica Argan & Retinol Wrinkle Repair Night Cream, $106, naturopathica.com “Retinol is likely the most powerful over-the-counter anti-aging ingredient on the market today; it increases collagen production, brightens skin tone, and even reduces acne. Unlike most products with the ingredient, this night cream won’t cause skin to become red or irritated.” —Dr. Bowe 3 | BEST FACE SCRUB L’Oréal Paris Pure-Sugar Scrub: Nourish & Soften, $13, drugstores “A gentle exfoliator, it uses three different types of sugars to buff the skin and boost luminosity,…

1 | BEST MASCARA Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara, $24, thrivecausemetics.com “This buildable mascara, my go-to, lengthens so dramatically, it makes it look like you’ve applied false lashes, yet it doesn’t flake.” —Sheriff-Kendricks TRY THIS Starting at the base of lashes, wiggle the wand up and slightly out toward temples for a clean, fluttery effect. 2 | BEST LIPCOLOR Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm, $5, drugstores “It gives lips a great soft, subtle hint of color and contains ingredients like shea butter to lock in moisture, making them feel and look supple.”—Sheriff-Kendricks 3 | BEST BLUSH Kosas Color & Light: Pressed Powder Blush and Highlighter, $34, kosas.com “The blush in this duo is expertly color-balanced to work well on a wide variety of skin tones; the shades are gorgeous…

MYTH #1 If you don’t wear a coat, you’ll catch a cold. MYTHBUSTER Some research shows that viruses (like those that cause colds and flu) may replicate more easily in cold, dry air, but bundling up won’t protect you from them, and research has found no correlation between being physically cold and catching a cold, says Aaron Carroll, M.D., a professor at Indiana University School of Medicine. Heaters, however, might contribute to your sniffles: As a sick person coughs, sneezes, or talks, he or she emits tiny droplets infected with the cold virus that hang in the air. “When humidity levels are less than 50%—which is what we commonly see indoors when the heat is on—the viruses survive better, and those droplets can remain suspended in the air for hours,”…

TURN IT INTO A TREASURE HUNT Hide a few items in the leaves such as mini pumpkins, bouncy balls, and homemade coupons for a special dessert or family movie night (cut the coupons into puzzle pieces for an even bigger challenge). Your kids will have to clear the yard to find their prizes. MAKE LANDSCAPE ART Use some leaves to create a mandala shape or other design to leave behind a beautiful, if temporary, memento of your hard work. You can use pinecones or stones to hold the leaves in place. CREATE A MAZE Instead of raking leaves into piles immediately, rake them into rows or even a complete maze for your kids to run through. Then race to see who can bag the most leaves the fastest. For more…

PROTECT YOUR HEART Enhance EVOO’s heart-healthy properties by infusing it with rosemary, a circulatory stimulant. In a small saucepan, combine 1½ cups EVOO, 8 to 10 dried rosemary sprigs, and a sprinkle of sea salt and pepper. Heat until almost simmering; remove from heat and let steep. When cooled, transfer to a bottle. Use in salad dressings, soups, and stews. GET A HEALTHY SHAVE Create a shaving oil with antibacterial powers by adding 5 to 10 drops of cedarwood essential oil (naturally anti-septic and anti-inflammatory) to ½ cup of EVOO in a small plastic container. It’s super-moisturizing, so no need to wash it off—just gently rub in any excess instead of applying lotion. SOFTEN DRY HANDS For an antiaging hand cream that’s deeply moisturizing, combine 1 Tbsp each EVOO and…

When you can’t make it to a yoga studio, it can now come to you. There’s been a surge in health and fitness streaming services that, for a fee, bring hundreds or thousands of expert-led routines to your smartphone or computer. So the Good Housekeeping Wellness Lab evaluated 25 (yes, there are tons out there!), and we asked the analysts to share the top-tested programs with a strong yoga component. Dozens of at-home testers helped select these two standouts. GLO This simply designed app has over 3,700 classes, not just in yoga but in Pilates and meditation too. There are also more than 80 programs—multiple classes scheduled over a week or more—such as “Pose Goals” and “Navigating Menopause.” Beginners and advanced practitioners are equally welcome. You can search for classes…

1 | BEST BODY MOISTURIZER Lubriderm Advanced Therapy Lotion, $8, drugstores “This body lotion packs so many ingredients crucial for skin health: antioxidant vitamin E; vitamin B5, which helps retain moisture and has a plumping effect; and lipids, which give suppleness. It’s absorbed in seconds.” —Dr. Solomon TRY THIS Apply on damp skin post-shower to lock in extra moisture. 2 | BEST BODY EXFOLIATOR Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash Pink Grapefruit, $8, drugstores “This lathering formula is laced with tiny beads that smooth skin as well as salicylic acid, which treats and prevents blemishes, but is gentle enough to use regularly.” —Dr. Solomon 3 | BEST HAND CREAM Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, $16, kiehls.com “The rich cream draws and absorbs water from the air, forming a glove-like protective barrier…

1, 2 | REFILLABLE FRAGRANCE No more throwing out your empty perfume bottle: Pioneering brands now offer fragrance refills at a fraction of the cost of repurchasing, saving you money and avoiding waste. Just bring your bottle to one of the fragrance “fountains” at select department stores to fill it up again. PREVENTION PICKS: Lancôme Idôle Eau de Parfum, $96 for full size, $72 for refill, department stores; Mugler Angel Eau de Parfum, $84 for full size, $54 for refill, department stores 3, 4, 5 | POWDER SKINCARE Powders are no longer just for makeup: The next wave of face cleansers, exfoliators, and even treatments: dry powder or grain forms that are more potent and stable (without liquid, ingredients aren’t diluted and preservatives aren’t needed). They’re also likely to be…

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S., but type 2 diabetes and hypertension (risk factors for cardiovascular disease) are scary all on their own. Uncontrolled diabetes can damage eyes, kidneys, and nerves; it also makes it harder to heal from cuts or infections. Unmanaged high blood pressure can impair kidney function, worsen memory, and lead to aneurysm or vision loss. To add to the problem, while diabetes and hypertension each boost heart disease risk, suffering from both ratchets that up even more. “Our body is connected,” says cardiologist Nieca Goldberg, M.D., medical director at the Joan H. Tisch Center for Women’s Health at NYU Langone Medical Center. “Diabetes promotes cholesterol buildup, which causes hypertension; left untreated, this can lead to heart failure.” To prevent heart…

MISSING NUMBERS What does each symbol stand for in this equation? MATH LOGIC Using the information in the first three grids, what is the missing number in the final grid? FAMILY RIDDLE Jennifer’s mother has four daughters. The eldest are April, May, and June. What is the name of the youngest? JUMBLE Use the clues to unscramble the words below and then use the letters in green to find the best wellness gift you can give. They say it makes you sleepy. Where everyone tends to gather at a party. What to say with “Pass the peas.” ANSWERS: Missing Numbers: Star: 7; Moon: 9. Math Logic: 80. Family Riddle: Jennifer. Jumble: Turkey, Kitchen, Please; final answer: Thanks.…