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O N L I V I N G W I T H P U R P O S E A N D P A S S I O N Naomie Harris HEALTH.COM N OV E M B E R 2 0 2 0 REAL WELLNESS Be True to Yourself Optimize Your Energy Be Inspired to Make a Difference Discover the Power of Rituals SNACKS THAT COVER EVERY CRAVING 37 THE FOOD ISSUE! TYLENOL® won’t raise your blood pressure or interfere with certain blood pressure medications like ibuprofen or naproxen can. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions Use product only as directed. #1 Doctor Recommended Pain Relief Brand for those with High Blood Pressure. © Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. 2020 Ryan Donnell COVER P H OTO G RA P H BY TH E M ASON S Styling by Natalie Hartley at Patricia McMahon Represents; hair by Rio Sreedharan at The Wall Group using Moroccan Oil; makeup by Kenneth Soh at The Wall Group using Susanne Kaufmann and Pat McGrath Labs; tailoring by Jess Innes at Karen Avenell For Naomie’s stunning look, try these Burt’s Bees makeup products: Natural Blush in Fresh Apricot, Eyeshadow Trio in Shimmering Nudes, Defining Retractable Eyeliner in Mulberry, All Aflutter Volumizing Mascara in Classic Black, and Lip Gloss with Avocado Oil in Lily Dip; at mass retailers. For Naomie’s hair, try these OGX products: Extra Strength Shine & Revitalize + Argan Oil of Morocco Dry Oil Shine Mist and Natural Finish + Aspen Extract Texture Molding Paste; amazon.com. Top: Norma Kamali; pants: Zara Lindsey Anderson stepped up to fight COVID-19 in her Virginia community. Learn more on page 83. 1 NOVEMBER 2020 Features 94 NAOMIE HARRIS: LIVING WITH INTENTION The acclaimed actor talks about the wellness practices that keep her grounded, the purposeful approach to her career, and her commitment to social change. 100 OPTIMIZE YOUR ENERGY In our go-go-go world, energy is a vital resource. Learn how to replenish your reserves all day long. 104 SIDES THAT SHINE Fill your Thanksgiving table with creative, healthful side dishes loaded with fresh veggies, whole grains, and flavorful spices. Results may vary. In a study of newly diagnosed advanced NSCLC patients, half of those on OPDIVO + YERVOY were alive at 17.1 months versus 14.9 months on platinum-based chemotherapy. For certain adults with newly diagnosed metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that tests positive for PD-L1 = A CHANCE FOR MORE GAME DAYS THE 1ST AND ONLY FDA-APPROVED CHEMO-FREE COMBINATION OF 2 IMMUNOTHERAPIES THAT WORKS DIFFERENTLY A Chance to Live Longer™ Indication & Important Safety Information for OPDIVO (nivolumab) + YERVOY (ipilimumab) Only your healthcare professional knows the specifi cs of your condition and how OPDIVO in combination with YERVOY may fi t into your overall therapy. The information below does not take the place of talking with your healthcare professional, so talk to them if you have any questions. What are OPDIVO and YERVOY? OPDIVO and YERVOY are prescription medicines used to treat people with a type of advanced stage lung cancer called non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). OPDIVO may be used in combination with YERVOY as your fi rst treatment for NSCLC when your lung cancer has spread to other parts of your body (metastatic), and your tumors are positive for PD-L1, but do not have an abnormal EGFR or ALK gene. It is not known if OPDIVO and YERVOY are safe and eff ective when used in children younger than 18 years of age. What is the most important information I should know about OPDIVO and YERVOY? OPDIVO and YERVOY are medicines that may treat certain cancers by working with your immune system. OPDIVO and YERVOY can cause your immune system to attack normal organs and tissues in any area of your body and can aff ect the way they work. These problems can sometimes become serious or life-threatening and can lead to death and may happen anytime during treatment or even after your treatment has ended. Some of these problems may happen more often when OPDIVO is used in combination with YERVOY. YERVOY can cause serious side eff ects in many parts of your body which can lead to death. These problems may happen anytime during treatment with YERVOY or after you have completed treatment. Call or see your healthcare provider right away if you develop any symptoms of the following problems or these symptoms get worse. Do not try to treat symptoms yourself. • Lung problems (pneumonitis). Symptoms of pneumonitis may include: new or worsening cough; chest pain; shortness of breath • Intestinal problems (colitis) that can lead to tears or holes in your intestine. Signs and symptoms of colitis may include: diarrhea (loose stools) or more bowel movements than usual; mucus or blood in your stools or dark, tarry, sticky stools; stomach-area (abdomen) pain or tenderness; you may or may not have fever • Liver problems (hepatitis) that can lead to liver failure. Signs and symptoms of hepatitis may include: yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes; nausea or vomiting; pain on the right side of your stomach area (abdomen); drowsiness; dark urine (tea colored); bleeding or bruising more easily than normal; feeling less hungry than usual; decreased energy • Hormone gland problems (especially the thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal glands; and pancreas). Signs and symptoms that your hormone glands are not working properly may include: headaches that will not go away or unusual headaches; extreme tiredness or unusual sluggishness; weight gain or weight loss; dizziness or fainting; changes in mood or behavior, such as decreased sex drive, irritability, or forgetfulness; hair loss; feeling cold; constipation; voice gets deeper; excessive thirst or lots of urine • Kidney problems, including nephritis and kidney failure. Signs of kidney problems may include: decrease in the amount of urine; blood in your urine; swelling in your ankles; loss of appetite • Skin problems. Signs of these problems may include: skin rash with or without itching; itching; skin blistering or peeling; sores or ulcers in mouth or other mucous membranes • Infl ammation of the brain (encephalitis). Signs and symptoms of encephalitis may include: headache; fever; tiredness or weakness; confusion; memory problems; sleepiness; seeing or hearing things that are not really there (hallucinations); seizures; stiff neck • Problems in other organs. Signs of these problems may include: changes in eyesight; severe or persistent muscle or joint pains; severe muscle weakness; chest pain Additional serious side eff ects observed during a separate study of YERVOY alone include: • Nerve problems that can lead to paralysis. Symptoms of nerve problems may include: unusual weakness of legs, arms, or face; numbness or tingling in hands or feet ©2020 Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. All rights reserved. OPDIVO®, YERVOY®, and the related logos are trademarks of Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. 7356US2002302-01-01 08/20 www.OPDIVOYERVOY.com 1-855-OPDIVOYERVOY Talk to your doctor about OPDIVO + YERVOY • Eye problems. Symptoms may include: blurry vision, double vision, or other vision problems; eye pain or redness Get medical help immediately if you develop any of these symptoms or they get worse. It may keep these problems from becoming more serious. Your healthcare team will check you for side eff ects during treatment and may treat you with corticosteroid or hormone replacement medicines. If you have a serious side eff ect, your healthcare team may also need to delay or completely stop your treatment with OPDIVO and YERVOY. What should I tell my healthcare provider before receiving OPDIVO and YERVOY? Before you receive OPDIVO and YERVOY, tell your healthcare provider if you: have immune system problems (autoimmune disease) such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, lupus, or sarcoidosis; have had an organ transplant; have lung or breathing problems; have liver problems; have any other medical conditions; are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. OPDIVO and YERVOY can harm your unborn baby. Females who are able to become pregnant: Your healthcare provider should do a pregnancy test before you start receiving OPDIVO and YERVOY. - You should use an eff ective method of birth control during and for at least 5 months after the last dose. Talk to your healthcare provider about birth control methods that you can use during this time. - Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant or think you are pregnant during treatment. You or your healthcare provider should contact Bristol Myers Squibb at 1-800-721-5072 as soon as you become aware of the pregnancy. - Pregnancy Safety Surveillance Study: Females who become pregnant during treatment with YERVOY are encouraged to enroll in a Pregnancy Safety Surveillance Study. The purpose of this study is to collect information about the health of you and your baby. You or your healthcare provider can enroll in the Pregnancy Safety Surveillance Study by calling 1-844-593-7869. If you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed: It is not known if OPDIVO or YERVOY passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 5 months after the last dose. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare providers and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. What are the possible side eff ects of OPDIVO and YERVOY? OPDIVO and YERVOY can cause serious side eff ects, including: • See “What is the most important information I should know about OPDIVO and YERVOY?” • Severe infusion reactions. Tell your doctor or nurse right away if you get these symptoms during an infusion of OPDIVO or YERVOY: chills or shaking; itching or rash; fl ushing; diffi culty breathing; dizziness; fever; feeling like passing out The most common side eff ects of OPDIVO when used in combination with YERVOY include: feeling tired; diarrhea; rash; itching; nausea; pain in muscles, bones, and joints; fever; cough; decreased appetite; vomiting; stomach-area (abdominal) pain; shortness of breath; upper respiratory tract infection; headache; low thyroid hormone levels (hypothyroidism); decreased weight; dizziness. These are not all the possible side eff ects of OPDIVO and YERVOY. Call your doctor for medical advice about side eff ects. You are encouraged to report negative side eff ects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088. OPDIVO (10 mg/mL) and YERVOY (5 mg/mL) are injections for intravenous (IV) use. This is a brief summary of the most important information about OPDIVO and YERVOY. For more information, talk with your healthcare provider, call 1-855-673-4861, or go to www.OPDIVO.com. 4 contents 104 32 13 49 90 Find our easy and delicious recipes (page 104) on Cozi, a free Meredith Corporation app that lets you save meal ideas, then design menus and build grocery lists. Bonus: Your whole family can access and update the lists (as well as activity schedules and to-dos) across multiple devices, so everyone stays on the same page. Download Cozi on iTunes and Google Play. BEAUTY 27 DRUGSTORE SHOPPING SECRETS Drugstores have upped their beauty game, big-time; get the scoop on how to score more in the aisles. 32 HEATHER SAYS: WHEN THE GLAM IS GONE Our beauty director learns to love her natural look. 34 INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT: CERAMIDES Lipids with the power to transform your skin. BODY + MIND 37 HARD CORE A workout that keeps your middle strong. 44 HEADS UP Protect your brain from strokes. 49 REBALANCING THE GUT Find out how you may be able to heal a troubled microbiome. 55 OUR DOC WILL SEE YOU NOW Dr. Raj on post-COVID syndrome, “computer elbow,” and more. FOOD 61 GET SNACKIN’ Health’s 2020 Snack Awards—noshes to satisfy every craving. 70 SMART START A chia breakfast pudding packed with protein and fiber. 72 BETTER-FOR-YOU DESSERTS High-flavor, low-sugar fall treats. 78 FOOD SMARTS Use our tips to decipher the dates on food packaging. LIFE 83 WOMEN ON THE FRONT LINES Meet four women who are helping fight the battle against COVID-19 in inspiring ways. 88 THE POWER OF RITUALS They calm us, connect us, and ease our sorrow. 90 FOOD FOR THOUGHT Your pet nutrition questions, answered. IN EVERY ISSUE 6 FROM THE EDITOR 13 THE SHARE 114 HEALTH’S ADVISORY BOARD 116 WHAT I KNOW NOW: KRISTIN CAVALLARI Ensure.com Use as part of a healthy diet. *90% less sugar than Ensure Original. Ensure® Original 8 fl oz = 15g sugar vs Ensure® Max Protein 11 fl oz = 1g sugar. †Vitamins C and E. ©2020 Abbott 20204462/June 2020 LITHO IN USA Available in 4 delicious flavors: • Milk Chocolate • French Vanilla • Café Mocha • Mixed Berry HIGH PROTEIN. LESS SUGAR.* Save $3 today ensure.com/maxsavings We are heading into the holiday season—usually a time of tradition—and everything is different this year. Our routines, our priorities, even the way we think about our world. Griping about how the malls start playing holiday music at Halloween seems so innocent now, doesn’t it? When facing challenges, it can be difficult to feel gratitude—but that may indeed be the most important time to do so. A growing body of research links regular doses of gratitude to better sleep, improved relationships, greater happiness, and possibly even lower blood pressure. To find your own positivity, try making a daily practice of writing down what you’re thankful for, things both big and small. For me, right now, it’s that my son went off to college recently and is happy and healthy. And the fact that I have one of my cats purring next to me as I write this. Other ways to tap into gratitude? Notice small acts of kindness—and bestow them on others, too. Write an email to someone who matters to you, and tell her why. Find awe in nature. Grati- tude is an appreciation for the goodness in our lives. The goodness is there—sometimes you just have to look for it. NOVEMBER 2020 HEALTH.COM 6 Conway: Mei Tao; cranberries: Terryfic3D/Getty Images from the editor Amy Conway, E D I T O R I N C H I E F amy.b.conway WELLNESS WARRIORS GIVING THANKS Every issue, we feature a Wellness Warrior—a woman making a dif- ference in the health and wellness field. This month, we’re happy to be highlighting several of them (see page 83), all with something important in common: When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, they pivoted in their work and personal lives to help solve problems they saw in their com- munities and beyond. My colleagues at other Meredith brands were also excited to share inspiring stories of people helping people during this difficult and, frankly, divisive time for our country. You’ll find articles in our sister publications such as Real Simple, Martha Stewart Living, and Better Homes & Gardens celebrating more homegrown heroes. We are calling this program “Reasons for Hope in America”— and we hope you enjoy reading it as much as we did creating it. Here’s to the Heroes IN PRAISE OF CRANBERRIES One of my favorite parts of the Thanksgiving feast is cran­ berry sauce. I grew up on the canned stuff (and feel nos­ talgic about those telltale ridges), but now we always have a fresh cranberry sauce that’s both sweet and spicy—similar to the one you’ll find on page 110. Cranberries are full of anti­ oxidants, and while they may be a classic fall flavor, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy them all year long (see page 70 for a breakfast idea!). Pick up a couple of bags next time you’re at the store and pop them in the freezer to have anytime you need a burst of tangy flavor. 2020 EDITOR IN CHIEF Amy Conway Executive Editor CHERYL BROWN Creative Director MICHAEL McCORMICK Editorial General Manager MEESHA DIAZ HADDAD EDITORIAL Beauty Director HEATHER MUIR MAFFEI Features Director CATHERINE DiBENEDETTO Copy Chief TONI RUMORE Deputy Beauty Director LISA DeSANTIS Assistant Beauty Editor ANNEKE KNOT Research Editor LISA KAY GREISSINGER Contributing Copy Editor NINA PEARLMAN Editorial Assistant HANNAH HARPER Contributing Market Editor VANESSA L . POWELL Entertainment Editor at Large BETHANY HEITMAN ART + PHOTO Photo Director DAVID COOPER Editorial Production Director TED PLONCHAK Associate Photo Editor PATRICIA MITNAUL Designer EMILY HARRIS HEALTH.COM Executive Editor DARA KAPOOR Deputy Editor ESTHER CRAIN Senior Editors AMBER BRENZA, SUSAN BRICKELL Associate Editor TAYLYN WASHINGTON-HARMON Assistant Editor MAGGIE O’NEILL Senior Video Producer DANIEL DAI Video Producers JESSICA LEE , ARIANA PYLES Senior Audience Engagement Editor REBECCA SHINNERS Social Assistant LAUREN WITONSKY Photo Editor ALEX SANDOVAL Editorial Producer ROBERT TUTTON Senior Director, Content Strategy, Health & Parenting AMANDA WOLFE Executive Producer, Video, Health & Parenting ANNIE DiGREGORIO CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Medical Editor ROSHINI RAJAPAKSA , MD Psychology Editor LYNN SALADINO, PsyD Nutrition Editor CYNTHIA SASS, MPH, RD PUBLISHER Brendan Smyth Executive Director, Integrated Marketing KRISTINE SCICHILONE ADVERTISING New York 212-522-2509 Account Managers ALYSSA BENZILIO, MEGAN FINCH Sales Assistant KARLA VERAS Chicago 312-832-0858 Account Manager MONICA WEISS Sales Assistant JENNIFER SIKORA Detroit 248-988-7711 VP, Group Sales Director WENDY ROSINSKI Account Director KAREN BARNHART Sales/Marketing Assistant KIM KITCHEN West Coast 310-268-7466 Account Manager JENNIE RENZI Sales Assistant KIM SCHWARTZ Travel 515-284-3808 National Travel Director KATY HILDMAN Direct Media 212-499-6719 Business Development Manager BREANA TOLLA Executive Assistant JILL O’TOOLE MARKETING Associate Marketing Director TARA ROTONDO Group Design Director ALYSSA DAINACK Group Art Director LELA MALONEY Group Associate Marketing Manager HARLEY GATES Group Promotion Coordinator TARA SECILMIS Director, Sales Strategy and Research CYNTHIA WALSH Senior Research Manager CHERYL CAMPBELL Senior Publicity Manager KARI STEPHENSON ADVERTISING PRODUCTION Production Director KENT POLLPETER Ad Production Supervisor PAM HUTCHCROFT Director of Quality JOSEPH KOHLER Premedia Trafficking Supervisor SARAH SCHROEDER Director, Premedia Quality Services DALE TUNENDER CIRCULATION Consumer Marketing Manager RACHEL BLACK General Manager, Executive Director, Newsstand Operations BILL WOOD FINANCE Executive Business Director JANICE CROAT Senior Business Manager SANDY GALLENTINE Advertising Business Manager LESLIE ROHR VP, GROUP PUBLISHER Agnes B. Chapski MEREDITH NATIONAL MEDIA GROUP President, Meredith Magazines DOUG OLSON President, Consumer Products TOM WITSCHI President, Chief Digital Officer CATHERINE LEVENE Chief Business and Data Officer ALYSIA BORSA Chief Revenue Officer MICHAEL BROWNSTEIN Marketing and Integrated Communications NANCY WEBER SENIOR VICE PRESIDENTS Consumer Revenue ANDY WILSON Corporate Sales BRIAN KIGHTLINGER Direct Media PATTI FOLLO Research Solutions BRITTA CLEVELAND Strategic Sourcing, Newsstand, Production CHUCK HOWELL Digital Sales MARLA NEWMAN The Foundry MATT PETERSEN Product and Technology JUSTIN LAW VICE PRESIDENTS Finance CHRIS SUSIL Business Planning and Analysis ROB SILVERSTONE Consumer Marketing STEVE CROWE Brand Licensing TOYE CODY, SONDRA NEWKIRK Meredith Beauty AHU TERZI Corporate Communications JILL DAVISON Vice President, Group Editorial Director LIZ VACCARIELLO Director, Editorial Operations and Finance ALEXANDRA BREZ MEREDITH CORPORATION President and Chief Executive Officer TOM HARTY Chief Financial Officer JASON FRIEROTT Chief Development Officer JOHN ZIESER Chief Strategy Officer DAPHNE KWON President, Meredith Local Media Group PATRICK McCREERY Senior Vice President, Human Resources DINA NATHANSON Chairman STEPHEN M. LACY Vice Chairman MELL MEREDITH FRAZIER HEALTH.COM NOVEMBER 2020 9 YOGA POSES THAT WILL PAY YOUR BODY BACK AS YOU AGE As we age, we often lose flexibility. It can make stretching harder—but also more important. “It’s funny how simple yoga poses can change your life,” says Janice Lennard, a yoga and Pilates instructor based in Rancho Mirage, Calif. “You hold your body straighter and move more easily, and it puts your mind in a happy place.” A 2019 analysis of nearly two dozen studies found that older adults who practice yoga report better balance and flexibility, and even improved mental health and sleep. As a lifelong yogi, Janice knows that a flexible body is just as important as having flexibility in your Medicare plan. Blue Cross Blue Shield Companies offer a number of Medicare options that support her health journey, so Janice can have a say in how she lives and cares for herself. Support your own health and flexibility by incorporating these four yoga poses into your morning routine: Flexibility Is Key to Your Health Scan the QR code to visit BenefitOfBlue.com and discover Medicare options for every lifestyle and budget from Blue Cross Blue Shield Companies. Brought to you by Blue Cross Blue Shield Companies, independent licensees of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA). The Health name is a trademark owned by Meredith Corporation and in no way affiliated with BCBSA. Please consult with your healthcare team before starting a new fitness program. Standing Forward Bend: Stand straight up, with your feet slightly apart. Bring your arms straight up, fingers pointing at the sky. Slowly bend forward at the waist, opening your arms to the side and then down, bringing them together on your calves. Stretch to reach your ankles or place palms flat on the ground if it feels comfortable. Hug your legs closer to increase the stretch on your lower back and hamstrings. Standing Split Pose: Stand straight up with your feet together. Shift your weight onto your right foot. While keeping your back straight, bend forward and raise your left leg behind you. Keep the leg straight or with a slight bend. As you pivot forward, keep your shoulders square and try touching your fingers to the floor. Lean further into your hands slowly, if it feels comfortable. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds before returning to standing. Repeat on opposite side. Tree Pose: Stand with feet together and palms in prayer position at the heart. Slowly raise one foot and rest it on the inside of the opposite calf or thigh. For an added challenge, raise arms above your head and stretch hands toward the ceiling. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds. Repeat with the other leg. Tree Pose is good for stretching your hips, knees and shoulders. Upward Dog: Lie face-down on a mat with legs straight and tops of your feet on the mat. Place hands on the mat, halfway up your ribcage. Inhale, press hands down, and slowly lift your upper body off the mat as you exhale. Draw shoulders back and press the tops of your feet into the mat. Slowly ease into the stretch. Your knees may lift off the mat. Upward Dog stretches your chest and abdominal muscles. ADVERTISEMENT Source: International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Activity

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