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Whether you’ve had flat feet all your life, or developed them as the result of injury or pregnancy, you know how difficult it can be to find a shoe that fits and actually feels good. Not to mention, it’s beyond frustrating when you buy a pair you really like, only to realize it doesn’t provide enough support for your arches. Sometimes, the solution is as simple as adding a high-quality insole to your footwear.Are insoles helpful for flat feet?For most people, having flat feet isn’t a major problem, Nelya Lobkova, DPM, a surgical podiatrist and founder of Tribeca Podiatry in New York City,…
“Oh, I fell up the stairs again.” My wife tags her accidents on the end of her story whenever she wants to brush past them. “It was nothing. I never hit my head falling up the stairs, only down.”I don’t push the issue when Liv doesn’t use her cane, not even when she’s limping or stumbling. I can’t force her but if I insist, she succumbs to guilt and retrieves it from the trunk. Her doctors want her to sit, in a wheelchair, at home, on a stool in the kitchen — always sit. Sit down for the rest of…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’ve taken up running and signed up for a half-marathon to keep me motivated. I know training puts a lot of wear and tear on the body, and I’ve heard protein is essential. How do I make sure I’m getting enough protein so I can perform at maximum ability? ANSWER: As you prepare for your upcoming distance race — or any other athletic event — you may be looking for ways to fine-tune your training program and up your performance. Since nutrition is such an important component of training, it is a great idea to undertake a review of…
A rush of momentum and a flurry of new ideas arrive under the new moon in Gemini, which takes place on June 18 at 12:37 a.m. EST. New moons are symbolic moments of new beginnings. With a new moon in the air sign of Gemini, our mindset, ideas, opinions, what we’re curious about, and the way we communicate with others all hit the cosmic refresh button. Gemini is the first air sign and is concerned with collecting and gathering information—even if that information is contradictory. This quick-thinking sign honors the significance of duality and is adaptable, inventive, and open-minded. This…
Age recommendations for when women should start yearly mammograms to screen for breast cancer vary. However, Mayo Clinic healthcare professionals have been firm for more than a decade that women should start breast cancer screening at age 40. Starting mammograms early is especially important for non-Hispanic Black women, who have higher rates of breast cancer compared to non-Hispanic white women. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Sandhya Pruthi, with Mayo Clinic’s Breast Diagnostic Clinic and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains why Black women are at higher risk and should start screening for breast cancer earlier. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute.…
Commonly referred to as okra in many parts of the world, lady finger is characterised by its elongated, slender shape with a ridged texture on the outer skin. It is typically harvested when young and tender, as older pods can become tough and fibrous. Its culinary usage can be traced back to ancient times in different regions. Lady finger is a versatile and widely appreciated vegetable in various cuisines. Its unique texture, mild flavor, and nutritional value make it an excellent addition to numerous dishes. Whether stir-fried, pickled, stewed, or used as a thickening agent, lady finger continues to be…
A restful night’s sleep is more than just rejuvenating, it improves your health, memory and mood. Yet for millions of U.S. adults, restful sleep is elusive because they have obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops partially or completely. These events can result in low oxygen levels and cause frequent episodes of waking. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of sleep apnea, and occurs when the throat muscles relax and block the airway during sleep. About 18 million U.S. adults have moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. The most…
Maybe for you, a selfie never happens without two or three retakes to “get the right angle.” Or you can’t stop posting about the other ’gram-worthy things in your life, like your promotion and your new SUV and also your latest deadlift success. Does sharing all this stuff on social media mean you’re a narcissist? It’s complicated. Between Anna “Delvey” Sorokin, the Tinder Swindler, Netflix’s Ted Bundy documentary, and everyone else touting themselves, narcissism seems to be having a cultural moment. Sure, having an abundance of self-esteem or being fixated on capturing the exact right look may seem narcissistic because…
Losing weight is no easy feat, and it can require more time and intention after 30. Although studies show that your metabolism doesn’t significantly start to slow until you reach the age of 60, there are many reasons why it may seem like you’re more likely to gain weight once you hit 30: your life gets busier, work gets in the way, you become more sedentary, your eating habits may suffer, and more. “If you have never struggled with weight before 30 and your eating and lifestyle habits are less than desirable, chances are it will catch up with you…
Cara Delevingne is continuing to open up about her mental health journey. On the heels of the Vogue April cover story that dove into the model and actor’s “emotionally turbulent” experiences with addiction, depression, and anxiety, Delevingne spoke out again about her recovery from alcohol and substance use, this time at a benefit for the The Center for Youth Mental Health at NewYork-Presbyterian.In a candid conversation with Vogue.com editor Chioma Nnadi, Delevingne said that her healing process is ongoing, even as she acknowledged that her issues are far from new. “When I was younger, I just remember having this physical,…