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More from Prevention: Snacks That Power Up Weight Loss Fruits and veggies do contain polyphenols, of course, but the antioxidants can be diluted since produce is made up of so much water. Popcorn, on the other hand, is made up of only four percent water, so the antioxidants—which help fight inflammation—are packed into those tiny kernels. (But don’t think you can skip fruits and veggies—they still offer tons of health benefits!...

Buying healthy food is just the first step toward a better diet; preparing it correctly can make or break your nutrient bank. Keep reading for even more surprising nutrition-enhancing healthy cooking tips. Heat tomatoes to help your heart. Heating lycopene-rich tomatoes instigates a chemical change that makes the heart-healthy nutrient much easier for your body to absorb. Try halving Roma tomatoes lengthwise; arrange on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper....

Getting Started: Before purchasing birds or planning for a coop, check local regulations and homeowner association rules. Many municipalities ban roosters (don’t worry, hens lay eggs without them) and limit the number of hens a household can keep. Some communities require signed agreements from neighbors; permits; or an appearance before the zoning board, while others have ordinances that restrict the size and placement of outbuildings. But don’t assume it’ll be a hassle....

The UK study authors examined all the research data available to health officials back when those anti-fat guidelines were released. They found “no evidence” that reducing fat consumption to 30% of daily energy intake—as the guidelines recommended—would protect people from heart disease, says study coauthor Zoe Harcombe, a nutrition researcher at the University of the West of Scotland. In fact, Harcombe says the same health guidelines encouraged people to replace their dietary fat with more carbohydrates....

Harvard researchers analyzed 16 cohort studies that had follow-up periods ranging from approximately 5 to 26 years. Among the 833,234 participants, there were 56,423 deaths (6.8%): 11,512 (20.4%) from cardiovascular disease and 16,817 (29.8%) from cancer. While higher fruit and vegetable consumption was significantly associated with a lower risk of death from cardiovascular events (about a 4% reduction for each fruit and vegetable serving), the risk was not further reduced once people hit the 5-serving mark....

More from Prevention.com: 10 Running Terms Every Beginner Should Know That said, it’s important to be very careful when starting a running program. Running is a strenuous activity, and your muscles, connective tissue, and joints need to be properly conditioned to absorb the impact without getting hurt. The best way to start is to switch back and forth between walking and running (Go from walking to running in just 30 days!...

Eat often* Salmon Shrimp Tilapia Canned light tuna up to three 4 ounce servings per week Eat in moderation* Lobster Mahi mahi Monkfish Canned albacore tuna **one 4 ounce serving per week Avoid completely King mackerel Shark Swordfish Tilefish

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The right moves and foods will give you the focus, stamina, and positive outlook you need to plow through your busy schedule. Plus, you’ll kick-start your metabolism, helping you torch extra calories and melt more fat. Our get-up-and-go routine outlines research-based tips guaranteed to make your morning a true power hour. Here’s how to rise and shine. Cue energy with color. “Seeing a bright, vibrant hue when you open your eyes gets your adrenaline going—and that sudden surge of energy helps clear the cobwebs and kicks you into gear,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute....

Brush cut sides of 4 steak rolls with olive oil. Toast in broiler. Meanwhile, heat a little oil in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add a generous cup of precut onions and bell peppers, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until tender and browned. Divide about 3/4 pound of roast beef among bottom halves of rolls. Top with the vegetables. Put a slice of cheese on top halves of rolls....

Directions: Heat a little olive oil in a skillet. Cut sausage links into chunks and brown in the oil. Add a 15-ounce can of tomato sauce and 1 cup of canned chickpeas (rinsed well and drained) and heat through. Spoon into 4 rolls. (Serves 4.)

The poll, published in the June 2013 issue of International Psychogeriatrics, found that while fewer younger people (ages 18-39) had memory complaints than older generations did, numbers were still much higher than expected at 14%. Gary Smalls, MD, lead author of the study and co-author of The Alzheimer’s Prevention Diet, thinks the results might be explained by increased stress among young people, or the shorter attention span we all suffer at the hands of the constant temptations of technology....

Bean salads may be basic, but they’re also unsung nutritional rockstars. Exhibit A: This foolproof recipe you can throw together in minutes. It packs 10 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber into each serving—that means it’s super satisfying. Serve it alongside your favorite protein at dinner or make a batch you can eat for lunch all week. MORE: Crispy AvocadoTacos with Sriracha Beans Serves 4 Dressing: ½ c extra-virgin olive oil ¼ c white balsamic vinegar ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper Salad 2 c yellow wax beans, cut in half and trimmed 2 c green beans, cut in half and trimmed 4 radishes, sliced thin 1 c chickpeas 1 c northern beans (or other white bean) ¼ c roughly chopped fresh dill...

For best results, do 2 or 3 sets of each move using 3- to 8-pound dumbbells. If you work out on 3 nonconsecutive days a week, you’ll see results. Knee Tuck Pull-Over(Tones abs, upper back, chest, quadriceps, and shoulders) Hold one dumbbell at ends with both hands. Lie faceup with right leg straight, left knee bent, and arms overhead. A. Contracting abs, lift arms and bend right leg in until knee and elbows meet over center of body....

Sweat: It’s hot, smelly, and, let’s face it, not exactly a good time. But according to a new study from the University of Michigan, sweat isn’t all bad: It might actually help your skin heal from cuts and burns faster. Researchers came to those conclusions by rounding up 31 brave participants, and then wounding them with lasers. When they biopsied the injured skin, the team found that one particular variety of sweat glands (called eccrine glands) had actually triggered skin-regenerating stem cells....

Checking your feet on a daily basis and correctly taking care of them can prevent major complications down the road. Make it a part of your daily routine to check your feet for signs of abrasions, blisters or other problems. Use a mirror if necessary. Do not pop or break blisters, as it will increase your risk of infection. Corns and calluses are best left to the professionals for treatment....

Though it doesn’t sound like much of a sacrifice, Cameron has been forced to forgo pleasures, too. I haven’t been to a cocktail party in years, she says. All that standing triggers such pain. Even an achoo is hazardous: I don’t dare sneeze while standing straight up my back will pay dearly. Like Cameron, at least 80% of the population will have a significant episode of lower-back pain at some point in life....

In addition to stretching that tender, achy area right between your shoulder blades, this posture also opens your hips and strengthens your legs. And it feels ahh-mazing. Try doing it a few times throughout the day for quick relief. ​ ​

The study demonstrated that at high concentrations, methylparaben cuts down on existing collagen levels (and its future production) and can ultimately speed up cell aging and death by increasing levels of toxic molecules, explains Rachel Nazarian, MD, a dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group and an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center. And the fact the study was done on mice is no reason to discount its findings, she adds....