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The two studies looked at a large-scale clinical trial called the Physicians Health Study, in which two groups of people were assigned to take either a multivitamin or a placebo for between 5 and 12 years. In one study, the authors were looking at whether those taking multivitamins showed signs of reduced cognitive decline compared to the placebo group, and in the second, the authors wanted to know whether the multivitamins could reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular problems in people who’d already suffered heart attacks....

If you rely on over-the-counter pain relievers to soothe aches or manage a chronic health condition, take note: Unsettling new research suggests that one common variety of pills might actually harm your eyesight. Taking aspirin at least twice a week is associated with an increased risk of vision problems, finds a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. After tracking the aspirin use and eye health of nearly 5,000 adults for over two decades, researchers found that regular aspirin takers were more likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (the leading cause of blindness in older adults) than non-users....

“High-carbohydrate snackers got hungry as quickly as subjects who had no snack at all,” says study author Jeanine Louis-Sylvestre, PhD, “but protein eaters, who snacked on chicken, stayed full nearly 40 minutes longer.” Since it takes longer for protein to break down, you stay satisfied longer, and that can lead to weight loss. (Note: Snackers ate 200-calorie snacks.) Most of us don’t think of chicken as a snack, but 2 oz pack a powerful protein punch....

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Major publishers like Hachette have recently released adult coloring books in France. Even luxury brands like Hermès and Yves Saint Laurent have put out high-end books of intricate black-and-white designs. Fans say coloring helps them relax and de-stress. And there’s some research to back up the practice. A 2012 study in the journal Art Therapy (where else?) found adults who colored intricate forms like Hindu mandalas enjoyed a big drop in anxiety compared to those who did not color or who colored on blank sheets of paper....

Try: Sipping it like you would a smoothie; it comes in flavors such as raspberry and pomegranate. Buy: Lifeway Kefir; lifeway.net for stores.

That might seem counterintuitive to anyone who’s been prescribed rounds of acne-fighting antibiotics by their dermatologist. But some derms are now prescribing probiotics alongside the antibiotics. This pairing can help calm antibiotics’ negative side effects, like yeast infections—but they may also have an unintended benefit for acne sufferers, said Whitney Bowe, MD, a New York-based dermatologist and researcher. “After they’d finish the antibiotics, my patients would come back and say they were still taking the probiotics, because they were really helping their skin clear up,” she says....

Nearly every cocoa powder ConsumerLab analyzed—including products from Nestle, Trader Joe’s, and Hershey’s—contained dangerously high quantities of cadmium, a metal research has linked to kidney damage and bone softening. “We were surprised to find this cadmium problem,” says Tod Cooperman, MD, ConsumerLab’s president. Initially, Cooperman says his company was focused on the cocoa products’ amount of flavanols, a beneficial antioxidant. But while testing for flavanols, they stumbled onto the cadmium contaminants....

Stop us if you’ve heard it before: Healthy communication is imperative for a lasting, satisfying relationship. Sure, that’s not exactly breaking news—but new research reinforces just how vital it is to be open, by demonstrating the devastating impact of being closed off. A team at the University of Missouri surveyed 155 married couples, asking each individual how well they identified with and described their feelings, as well as how robustly they communicated those feelings to their spouse....

“Dementia may not be an inevitable part of aging—in fact, well into late adulthood, the brain has the remarkable ability to continue to grow rather than atrophy,” says Kirk Erickson, PhD, of the University of Pittsburgh, who presented his brain research findings at the International Conference on Nutrition and the Brain held this summer. Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce the risk of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by as much as 50%....

MORE: What Causes Dandruff? Shampoo Often The experts are unanimous on this point: Wash your hair often—every day if necessary. “Generally, the more frequently you shampoo, the easier it is to control the dandruff,” says Patricia Farris, MD. (Here’s the ingredient your shampoo needs to prevent dull-looking hair.) Start Mild Often a mild, nonmedicated shampoo is enough to control the problem. Dandruff is frequently caused by an overly oily scalp, says hair-care specialist Philip Kingsley....

Researchers at Harvard Medical School found that among 609 confirmed breast cancer deaths, 29% were among women who had mammograms and 71% were among women who did not have the screening test. Now, see what they found when they looked at the ages of these women: 13% of the breast cancer victims were 70 years of age or older and 50% of the breast cancer deaths occurred in women who were under the age of 50....

So I got to witness adults up there on stage sharing their most embarrassing journal entries or letters from their teen years all for the sake of comedy. It was more than that; I witnessed the high that happens when they let it rip and leave fear in the dust. I’ve grabbed a few open mics in my day and each time felt the fear, then the glee. The more I put myself out there, my blush lightens and I feel empowered....

When you’re comfortable, let go of the handrails. Holding on can result in poor walking form. For a smooth stride, take slightly longer steps than usual, since the belt is pulling your foot back. Listen to your feet. If you hear a loud thumping, you’re landing flat-footed. Try landing on your heel and rolling through the ball of your foot to your toes. To avoid hunching on an incline, lean forward from your ankles....

Fight signs of sun damage It’s no coincidence that the hair along your part, which sees the most sun exposure, seems to age faster than the hair hidden underneath. The sun sops moisture from hair and dries out the scalp, zapping shine and making color look dull and faded, says celebrity stylist Sherri Jessi. Shielding your strands from UV light, especially around your hairline and part, will help lock in moisture and preserve your color....

Legally, pets are considered property by courts, and securing their care can be complicated. So, unless you plan, your pet could end up in a shelter. Avoiding that is usually as simple as picking a pet guardian. Ask a friend or family member who’s great with your furry pal if, in the unlikely event that your pet outlives you, he or she would be willing to take it in. It’s also a good idea to get the agreement in writing—though any document’s legal standing can be contested, your pet’s case is stronger if there’s proof that a pet trust was made for its care....

Fortunately, these foods can help you guard against these risk factors and protect your skin against the sun’s harmful rays. [block:bean=pvn-survey-walking-a-062015] Olive Oil High in vitamin E and polyphenols, daily ingestion of unheated olive oil can protect your skin. Vitamin E has been shown in numerous studies to protect against oxidative stress and reduce photo damage from UVB radiation. A number of studies have come out recently pointing to the sun-protective benefits of topical olive oil use, as well....

Braised Beef Brisket Pot roast is a comfort food that freezes so well, no one will know you froze and reheated it. Coffee in the dry rub and in the cooking liquid adds deep, full flavor, plus the acidity helps tenderize the meat. Freeze roast for up to 6 weeks. Work Time: 25 Minutes / Total Time: 4 Hours + Marinating and Resting Times / Servings: 8 1 Tbsp finely ground coffee 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tsp dried thyme 4-5 lb first-cut beef brisket, trimmed 2 Tbsp canola oil 2 lb onions, sliced 2 cloves garlic, halved 1 c beef broth 3/4 c brewed coffee or 1 rounded Tbsp instant coffee dissolved in 3/4 c boiling water 1/2 c pomegranate juice 1 bay leaf 2-4 tsp balsamic vinegar...

Turning your fitness routine into something playful is a simple way to make sure you stick with it. “It’s not rocket science; if something is drab and boring, you’re not going to want to keep doing it,” says Prevention’s fitness expert Chris Freytag. But make it fun, and you might actually look forward to it—or at least be less likely to skip it. This week’s exercise takes you back to recess with a classic kid favorite: hopscotch....