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Month: September 2018

2019 Health

Cranberry season’s here, and that’s excellent news for your gut health, your immunity, and more

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September 29, 2018 at 09:00AM It’s no secret that berries are good for us. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries—they’re all packed with antioxidants, fiber, and many other all-star nutrients. However, there’s one often-overlooked berry that’s also oozing with health benefits: cranberries. And no, they’re not just great in your mom’s delicious Thanksgiving sauce. Cranberries are actually higher in antioxidants than other fruits and berries, says nutritionist Jenna Gorham, RDN. They’re also lower in sugar than many other fruits, with only four grams of natural sugar per cup. (Hence, their tart flavor.) Not too shabby. What are the health benefits of cranberries? 1. Cranberries can help prevent urinary tract infections When you think of cranberry juice, the first thing that comes to mind is that it’s said to help with urinary tract infections, which board-certified family medicine physician and The 10-Day Total Body Transformation author Shilpi Agarwal, MD, confirms. That’s because cranberries are loaded with an antioxidant called proanthocyanidins, or PACs for short. “PACs reduce the ability for bacteria to stick to the wall of the urinary tract and thus reduce chances of developing urinary tract infections,” she says. So if you’re prone to getting UTIs, cranberries are your BFF. (As is drinking a lot of water.) 2. They can improve your digestion Fiber is great for overall gut health, and cranberries are packed with it—one cup has about 4.6 grams of fiber, Graham says. “This is important because we need fiber for a healthy digestive system and to maintain regular bowel movements,” Dr.

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Dating in your 30s just feels different—here’s how to find what you’re looking for

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September 29, 2018 at 07:39AM Dating in your 20s is totally different than dating in your 30s. When you’re a twenty-something, it’s all about having fun. You’re more carefree; you’re not really looking for anything serious. In your 30s, however, everything changes. You’re not about dating just for the sake of dating—who has time for that? You might want to settle down, maybe even get married and start a family. But even if a longterm monogamous relationship isn’t your endgame, you’re likely sick of the wishy-washiness and tomfoolery you once let slide. But as frustrating as it can feel to watch the people around you get hitched and have babies while you’re spending your Friday nights going on a string of lackluster dates, there are a lot of benefits to dating in your 30s. There’s just something about your third decade that makes you feel way more grounded and secure in who you are. Plus, you have lots of wisdom and life experience under your belt, which means you know exactly what you want and don’t want in life and in a partner. (Well, mostly.) To help you navigate the dating scene in your 30s, we enlisted the help of two dating pros—Julie Spira, online dating expert and digital matchmaker, and offline dating coach Camille Virginia of Master Offline Dating—with different perspectives on playing the field. Keep reading for their tips for dating in your 30s. Photo: Getty Images/Hero Images 1. Get clear about what you want Not in the

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This is how you handle conflict, according to your Myers-Briggs personality type

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September 29, 2018 at 06:45AM Do you shut down and shrink back when someone raises their voice? Or maybe you’re always the first one to pipe up and state the facts in an argument. Conflict and confrontation is rarely fun (unless you’re an egoist), but learning to navigate those tricky conversations is necessary for maintaining healthy relationships at work, home, and among friends. It’s part of being a grownup. But each person has their own strengths and weaknesses, and knowing yours can be the key to saving a disagreement from turning into a knock-down, drag-out fight. With the right knowledge and perspective, the conflict could even—gasp—become a productive discussion. Here’s how your Myers-Briggs personality type informs how you deal with disagreements. (If you haven’t figured your type out yet read this before you dive in.) Graphics: Well+Good Creative ISFJ ISFJs will draw on their wealth of knowledge about others’ preferences and personalities, attempting to avoid conflicts before they ever start. Most people are unaware of your behind-the-scenes mediation for friends, or how you explain to your husband how reactive your teen is when she’s had a rough week. While your assistance in side-stepping conflict is admirable, shouldering too much conflict for others is stressful—and sometimes, two parties need to hash out a disagreement to find resolution. You also need to work on articulating your own feelings in arguments, which you can often forget to do trying to please others. ESFJ Your knee-jerk reaction to conflict is, “I can fix it.” And in

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Is technology wrecking your skin?

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September 28, 2018 at 12:19PM If you’ve ever noticed a smattering of fresh pimples on your cheek after a long chat with your BFF, you know that using your phone can lead to breakouts. But it’s not just the heat and sweat buildup that causes damage to your skin. The real issue is the blue light that emanates from your devices. “Blue light’s found in natural sunlight and artificial light, but with it coming off of TVs, computers, and smart phones, we’re more bombarded with it than ever,” says Lisa Marie Garguilo, director of education for Luzern Laboratories, a skin-care brand that just launched a line specifically formulated to defend your skin against these rays. Oculoplastic surgeon Maryam Zamani, MD, concedes that more studies on blue light are needed before firm conclusions can be drawn, but she believes it’s possible that blue light can contribute to pigmentation, premature aging, and other skin woes. And unfortunately, there’s no sparkle filter for real life… Keep reading to learn more about blue light and how to protect yourself from its negative effects. Photo: Stocksy/Suzanne Clements How does blue light affect you? So, is staring at your screen as bad for your skin as laying out in the sun? “I wouldn’t say blue light’s unsafe, but it penetrates deeper than UVA and UVB rays,” says Garguilo. “It goes into the sub-tissue of your skin and creates a certain type of free radical. And you’re always trying to protect your skin from free radical damage.” This can lead to the breakdown of collagen and elastin and cause

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