Prevention

Prevention magazine gives you healthy solutions you can really live with. Every issue delivers the latest news and trends on health, food, and nutrition, family, fitness, and more!

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YOUR OCTOBER TO-DO LIST • CHECK OFF THE ONES YOU GET DONE!

TEST YOUR SKIN HEALTH KNOW-HOW • CIRCLE THE BEST OPTION.

ARE YOU SUGAR SMART? • We should all keep tabs on how much of the sweet stuff we enjoy. Sugary foods tend to lack beneficial nutrients, and consuming too much sugar can lead to health problems. You don’t have to cut out sugar, but knowing the facts can offer sweet inspiration to mind your intake.

THE PERFECT STRETCH • Dynamic stretching is a great way to warm up before a sweat session or cool down when you’re done exercising. Lateral lunges with rotation will activate your hips and shoulders for better mobility and also stretch your glutes and chest—all while getting your blood moving.

KEEP PETS SAFE • People respond differently to various Halloween goodies (candy corn, anyone?), and so do pets. Some items get the green light and others are a no-no, says Whitney Miller, D.V.M., Petco’s chief veterinarian.

ARE YOU HARD OF HEARING? • About a third of older adults have hearing loss. Below are six of the most common signs, per the National Institute on Aging. If you notice any of them, see your doctor for solutions.

5 MYTHS ABOUT ARTHRITIS • Creaky joints are a pain, but some “facts” about them are pretty twisted.

A Solo Trip at 55 Boosted My Confidence • When I retired, a big, beautiful world opened up to me.

hormones, ADHD, and the midlife balancing act • Being in perimenopause is all kinds of challenging. Now more women are discovering that their brain fog, lack of impulse control, and constant feeling of distraction may be a clue to something else entirely.

DO YOU HAVE ADHD, OR DID TIKTOK CONVINCE YOU?

WALK AWAY PAIN • One of the best things you can do to ease joint and back pain and ward off future ouches is so very simple: JUST TAKE IT STEP BY STEP.

STEP UP YOUR WALKING GEAR • The right accessories can turn you into a master mover. Check out some of our faves.

Pump Up Your Playlist • Music can make your spirits soar during any workout. Level up your walks with these upbeat and empowering songs beloved by Prevention staffers.

EARWORMS • When a song gets stuck in your head, here’s how to shake it off.

Ease Your Allergies • These holistic remedies may provide relief from seasonal symptoms.

come as you are • We all deserve quality health care, but people in bigger bodies are often shut out. That’s why some providers have worked out a new approach that aims to treat the person actually sitting in their exam room rather than the one they would be if only they lost weight.

HOW TO FIND A WEIGHT-NEUTRAL DOC • Some organizations offer databases of health care providers that meet their weight-neutral standards.

BE YOUR OWN ADVOCATE • When you need to work with the health care provider you have, here’s how to advocate for yourself, even while wearing a skimpy gown.

BREAST HEALTH • No two breasts (not even your own!) are identical in shape, size, or feel. But it’s important to pay attention to what makes each one of yours unique so you can spot peculiarities early and start conversations with your health care providers if need be. Consider this your friendly guide to what changes to expect through the years and what to do if something feels or looks unusual so you can take steps toward better breast health.

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