Prevention

Many U.S. adults live sedentary lifestyles. Not walking regularly can lead to several health problems. Experts share strategies to incorporate more walking into your daily routine. These days, it’s not uncommon to go through the day without walking much at all. Many of us work sedentary jobs, live in unwalkable areas, or face other barriers to walking safely. In fact, according to the American Heart Association, adults in the U.S. spend an average of six to eight hours a day sitting.

New data suggest people can improve physically and mentally after age 65. Researchers found a link between having a positive mindset about aging and greater odds of improvements over time. Experts say the findings make a strong case for thinking positively about your golden years. Many people associate aging with decline, but a growing body of research suggests that some of your better years come late in life.

Some bottles of Oribe’s Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo have been recalled. The products tested positive for Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria. Check your shampoo bottles against the information below to see if they are included in the recall. You may want to check your hair care products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a report warning that Oribe’s Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo has been recalled nationwide over contamination concerns.

Low testosterone is a common condition among middle-aged and older men. Scientists have uncovered a link between low testosterone and increased cancer risk. Doctors suggest consulting with your healthcare provider if you’re having symptoms of low testosterone. When you hear the phrase “low testosterone,” you might think about low libido or fatigue.

Scientists reveal one type of exercise that’s most effective at reducing fat while maintaining muscle. In a recent study, HIIT outperformed other exercise types for older adults. Here, experts break down the findings. All exercise is good exercise, as long as you do it with proper form. But depending on the results you want to achieve—whether it’s incorporating more movement into your day, building strength, or reducing fat—some exercise types may prove more beneficial than others.

New research suggests people genetically predisposed to liking onions have a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Experts say onions have health-boosting effects. Still, eating onions alone is unlikely to lower your risk of developing these conditions. You’ve probably heard about the gene that can cause an aversion to cilantro.

About 10 years ago, I was walking down a flight of stairs in my house while simultaneously looking at a bunch of paint chips and pondering how the colors would reflect the light. I was distracted—as usual—and took a major tumble down the stairs, fracturing my ankle. This led to my moment of clarity. As I spent six weeks healing from the injury, I had plenty of time to consider what felt like my life’s failings.

The health benefits of drinking coffee regularly are well-documented—and that’s before the morning pick-me-up from caffeinated coffee that so many people rely on. But if it’s decaf coffee vs. regular coffee, is one actually better for you than the other, caffeine content aside?

If you apply sunscreen in the morning and then promptly forget about it for the rest of the day, are you really getting the sun protection you need? It turns out, probably not. We asked dermatologists how often to apply sunscreen for the best protection, and sadly, once a day isn’t cutting it. If you only apply sunscreen once a day (or even less), you’re not alone.

Denise Austin shared an ab exercise she recommends for those going through menopause. Austin recently released an issue of Fit Over 50 dedicated to navigating menopause, and is starting a video series on Instagram dedicated to this phase of life. Perennial fitness guru Denise Austin says she stayed “happy and healthy” through menopause, and she wants to help others do the same.