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Why we're saying goodbye to ВМІ

Prevention and our sister publication Good Housekeeping will not be using BODY MASS INDEX in our discussions of health anymore. Here's what's behind our decision.

Why Did I Have Cramps and Stabbing Pain?

Searching for an answer led not only to relief, but also to a mission to help others.

Smoked Salmon Omelet

Brighten up your eggs with tangy Greek yogurt, rich salmon, and a lemony salad.

HOW TO BUY IT Natural Sunscreens

What to look for in a product to protect your skin

Farmers' Market Finds

Load these seasonal standouts into your tote.

Food Fights

Arguing about each other's eating behavior and attitudes? Here's why, and ways to work through it.

DOES IT WORK? Leak Stoppers

What helps-and what doesn't-with bladder trouble

5 Myths About Headaches

The confusion on this topic is enough to make your head spin. Let's clear it up.

Does It Work? Lymphatic Drainage

Some products are meant to ease puffiness and bloat-here's which claims hold water.

Bust Out Your Blender

It's the Masterful Multitasker that can transform the powerful, healthy ingredients on these pages into all kinds of winners: dreamy dip, creamy sauce, bright relish, and more. Time to mix it up!

7 Unhelpful Habits Everyone should Quit

Plucking damaging patterns from your life can boost your happiness so you'll really feel like a lucky duck.

5 Myths About Vegetarian Diets

Beefing up your knowledge may have a high-“steaks” impact on your health.

Why Was I So Tired and Thirsty All the Time?

Life can be exhausting-but a dangerous underlying condition makes it so much worse.

What Your Mouth Says About Your Health

Your breath, gums, and tongue can reveal surprising things about what's happening in your body.

PROBLEM SOLVED Achy Breaky Neck?

Tips on taming the ouch

THE CHEMICAL INVASION

For many people, compounds in the air and in everyday objects can wage an assault on the body. Here's what we know about chemical intolerance, a.k.a. multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS).

THE BEST (AND WORST!) HEALTH ADVICE

Outdated, misguided, or just plain wrong suggestions come at us from all over: friends, family, the Internet. But we "regular" folks aren't the only ones who get questionable medical input; doctors and other top health experts have also heard their fair share. So we asked them to share the pearls of non-wisdom they hear most often and what you should do instead to live your healthiest life.

THE 5 FITNESS MOVES EVERYONE SHOULD DO

Whether you work out at home or in a gym, these movements are at the heart of dozens of exercises-so here's how to do them right. Proper form makes them safe, not to mention more effective. Mix and match the variations to create a routine that works for your fitness level, then change it up as you get fitter!

Snacks That Nourish Your Skin

Certain nutrients help give your face a glowy refresh.

Protect Your Skin From Cancer

Your race affects where you might spot it-and when.

PB-Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake

Skip the stack and bake a protein-packed cake to share.

Meet Your Vagus Nerve

Here's what this noteworthy nerve does, and how you can work it to stay calm.

Natural Benefits of Cilantro

Cilantro has been used in food and traditional medicine for thousands of years. The bright, citrusy herb contains antioxidants, such as linalool, that have anti-inflammatory properties, says Amy Rothenberg, N.D., a licensed practitioner in private practice in Northampton, MA. Cilantro is also incredibly easy to grow. Here, Rothenberg shares some favorite home uses.

Is Your Pet In Pain?

Here, how to know if your dog or cat is having trouble with their joints (it doesn't happen just to older animals!) and ways to help them feel better.

3-Day Boost - Make a Move

If you have 10 minutes, you can seriously help your heart.

KEEP YOUR BRAIN YOUNG

Are your behaviors and attitudes aging your noggin or protecting it and keeping it sharp? These signs can tell you-plus, five ways to turn back your brain's clock.

MY DIAGNOSIS: Why Did I Look Pregnant Every Time I Ate?

This mom knew the pain and bloating weren't just in her head. Now she's helping others eat-and feel-better.

Meet Your Hands

Get a grip on how your hands work-and how to keep them healthy so they can write, play, text, and touch for life.