Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2015 i Women's Health

Our pal Mike once invited an acquaintance to our annual “Orphan Thanksgiving” in New York. Said acquaintance canceled once he found out we had no plans to feed actual orphans. We like to think of ourselves as altruistic, but the “orphans” we referred to were friends (and friends of friends) left in the Big Apple over the holiday, who weren’t going home for one reason or another. My husband, Grady, and I stayed in NYC in the early years because we were trying to save money on flights back to our hometown of Columbia, Missouri (go, Mizzou!). Then it became a choice, and a tradition, to host friends at our apartment. Every year, for about six years, Grady made the turkey, our bud Megan brought a cheesy potato casserole, Duncan…

What’s in Sara Bareilles’s Workout Bag? The soulful singer, whose book Sounds Like Me: My Life (So Far) in Song just dropped, loves to run or walk outdoors and uses yoga to prep for busy days. “I’ll do a few rounds of sun salutations in the morning to get my body a little bit active,” she says. Find out what else Sara packs in her white and blue striped tote (check out target.com for similar styles) at WomensHealth Mag.com/Celeb WorkoutBag. Street Style: Fitness Edition ALENA LUCIANI, 25 Strength and conditioning coach in Toronto, Ontario “High-waisted leggings are my go-to because they stay in place no matter which exercise I’m demonstrating, and strappy-back sport bras always take an outfit to the next style level,” says Alena, who trains athletes at Wilfrid…

What WH senior associate beauty editor Jessica Chia learned at the Serge Normant at John Frieda Salon in New York City “My dark, highlighted hair turns brassy in a hot minute. Fed up, I asked senior colorist Corinne Adams for a diagnosis. Turns out, acidic sweat from daily workouts can oxidize brunette and blonde hair, giving it a dull, reddish cast. Pre-gym, coat strands from roots to tips with about a tablespoon of coconut oil and slick back into a ponytail. The oil buffers the sweat threat and rinses out in the shower.” Now Streaming: Skin Damage Remember when sunbathers would “lay out” with silver reflectors trying to score a deeper tan? Half-baked idea! Welp, you might be doing the same thing with your phone or tablet. A study in…

Exercising can be a real pain in the…boob? Yep, breast pain is one of the top reasons women stop a workout—or skip it altogether, says a new study in the Journal of Physical Activity & Health. Make sure yours don’t drag you down. 1 / FINALLY FIND THE PERFECT BRA You want it to be comfortable, sure, but you need it to be supportive, especially if you have big boobs. A sports bra with thick, gel-filled straps, like Under Armour’s new Armour High ($55, ua.com), promises both. 2 / TREAT ’EM LIKE MUSCLES If your ta-tas hurt after a workout, massage them with your fingers to increase blood flow. Or ice them (over your shirt, under your armpits). Sounds odd, but it can reduce post-sesh inflammation. 3 / CUT BACK…

Progress…or narcissism? Cosmetic surgeons say patients who once requested celeb features now come armed with their own ultra-filtered selfies. And when you’re your own muse, inspiration is errywhere. About 1 million selfportraits are taken daily, and more than a third of these are retouched with any one of 20-plus Instagram filters (or a parade of photo-editing apps). Yahoo Labs reviewed 7.6 million Flickr photos and found that doctored shots were more likely to be viewed and draw likes. So where’s the filter for real life? Especially since by 2016 (uh, in a couple months!), our mobile devices will boast 4K tech (way high-def) that’ll capture lines and pores like never before. Reach for a new breed of foundations, says makeup artist Beau Nelson, a former photo retoucher. He spills on…

FUR Faux, real, or shearling, one thing’s for sure: These babies aren’t shy! Go sexily skins-to-skin with a V-neck sweater. LONG Whether a structured menswear-inspired overcoat or a feminine duster, this style simply can’t look disheveled. Slip a slim-fit knit dress underneath and own every room you walk into. ACCESSORIES PEA/TOGGLE Now entering Classictown, USA. To ensure you don’t veer into Dullsville, look for crisp colors, chic details, or unexpected prints. Keep the surprise factor high by pairing with a sporty hoodie. ACCESSORIES PUFFERS Pseudo sleeping bags that add 10 pounds and zero style? Nope: These puffers are both thinner and warmer than ever (high five, technology!)–and happen to look amaze with I’m-so-rustic plaid shirts. ACCESSORIES PARKAS High-fashion brands and heritage makers alike have brought the arctic staple’s sleet-resistant outers,…

DO THESE TOGETHER 1 Dumbbell Suitcase Deadlift Hold a pair of dumbbells at your sides and stand with your feet hip-width apart, your knees slightly bent (a). Keeping your chest lifted and the weights close to your body, push your hips back and lower until the dumbbells are at mid-shin level (b). Pause, and then return to start. That’s one rep; do 10. 2 Dumbbell Reverse Lunge Stand holding a dumbbell by each end at chest height, elbows close to your body (a). Keeping your chest tall, step your right foot back and bend your knees, lowering until your left thigh is parallel to the floor (b). Press through your left heel to return to stand. That’s one rep; do five, then switch sides and repeat. DO THESE TOGETHER 3…

“You have to try it,” insisted my hippie sister. The topic wasn’t dyed armpit hair or making jam; she was gushing about her affair with menstrual cups— reusable, soft, silicone vessels (free of plastics, BPA, and dyes) that collect rather than absorb your monthly flow. I was skeptical—holding a cup of my own endometrial lining (then reusing the container) felt a bit skeevy—but I was also curious. Seems I’m not alone: Though cups have been around for 80 years, they’re getting mad love again. Last year, The DivaCup saw double-digit growth in sales, and a recent Kickstarter campaign for the collapsible Lily Cup raised more than 4,000 percent of its funding goal within 40 days. Why the sudden fascination with something so…swing era? “Until a few years ago, talking about…

Need a garnish? Grab a bar of chocolate and shave some off using your veggie peeler. No veggie peeler? Get your shit together. (For recipe, see Chocolate-Coconut Pie, page 94.) Look, we know better than to f**k with certain traditions, so the turkey is all you— serve it on a goddamn doily for all we care. But at least shake shit up with your sides and dessert. Kick sad green-bean casseroles and pie-from-a-can to the curb, and make some bomb-ass food everyone will really be thankful for. We’ve got you covered with creative, healthy dishes that will have you reconsidering serving ’em just once a year. Now get in the kitchen and whip up some awesome f**king memories. CHOCOLATE-COCONUT PIE (shown on page 93) ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips 1…

When we were pummeled with one A-list divorce announcement after another this year, we naturally sympathized with Jen, Gwen, Miranda, Miss Piggy (ugh, we’ll stop there). But according to a new study, splitting up can be weirdly gender-biased—and favors women. Yes, we tend to feel greater emotional and physical pain immediately following the breakup. But once the same hurt eventually hits men... ooph. It can stick around for a year or longer. (Ben, Gavin, Blake, Kermit: Buckle up!) Let our experts explain why. Why do women fare better at sorrow? The answer is likely linked to evolution, explains the study’s lead author, Craig Morris, Ph.D., of Binghamton University. Most females are primed to immediately mourn the loss of a potential father to their children. And then we quickly get over…

1 What’s the most romantic gesture you’ve made for a woman? Once, I left a dress and shoes in my apartment for the lady I was talking to at that point. She didn’t know where she was going; she just had to be escorted by my friends—who had dressed up as butlers— to where I was. I was waiting by a piano with a piano player, candles all around, and I sang a John Legend song to her. Just because. I’m a romantic—it doesn’t have to be a specific day in order to make someone happy that they’re with you. 2 Best thing you’ve learned from a past relationship? It’s okay to have disagreements. I don’t like conflict, and I’ll do anything I can to avoid it. But ultimately, that’s…

Paprika ROCK IT “I love this tone on eyes of any color, but it really calls attention to brown irises and pops on darker skin,” says makeup artist Emily Kate Warren. The burgundy-red hue is intense, so use it sparingly on eyes, as we did here with liner; thicken it toward the outer edges. For a slightly contoured and flushed effect, dust a matching paprika blush in the hollows of your cheeks and back to the hairline. RUB IT Raise it, paprika! When used topically, the capsaicin in this spice ups your body temperature (you’ll feel a slight stinging), which can increase blood circulation for a more radiant look. Try IIike Hungarian Paprika Gel Treatment ($48, dermstore.com). Plus, whatever you apply afterward (think rich moisturizer) will absorb more deeply. Saffron…

LEA MICHELE: SINGER, ACTRESS, HOTTIE…WITCH? SULTRY SURPRISE Now here’s a plot twist: Even a high-neck, long-sleeve dress registers as sexy when it’s made of lace. Heighten the suspense some more with a pair of peep-toe platforms. Misha Collection dress, $273, mishacollection.com.au; Diane von Furstenberg shoes, $375, dvf.com; John Hardy necklace, $795, johnhardy.com; Anil Arjandas ring, anilarjandas.us Perhaps, if you look at her family tree. The 29-year-old recently discovered that her great-great-great-grandmother had been an apothecary witch. “She’d come up with oils and scents and tea bags for people who were sick. Meanwhile”—cue the eerie music—“I douse myself with oils every single day, to the point where people at Glee would be like, ‘You smell like a green tea bag. What’s wrong with you?’” Ready for the even creepier Shyamalanian twist?…

Test Your Safety IQ Watch enough scary Dateline specials and you might think you have heard (and know ) it all. Not so fast . Our true/false quiz CLEARS UP a few common myths. 1 Scream as loudly as you can: TRUE But what you scream is just as crucial. “Help!” is too vague to get people involved. Instead, draw curiosity by yelling “Fire!” Then be ready to strike because you can’t rely on the fact that someone will save you. 2 Call someone for help: FALSE Don’t engage in a real phone conversation in times you need to be aware; however, faking a call can ward off a suspicious lurker (there’s an app for that! see “Best App,” top right). 3 Don’t try to reason with him: TRUE Indeed,…

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SAXENDA WHAT IT IS: A higher dosage of a diabetes shot (called Liraglutide) that a recent study showed can help overweight people, diabetic or not, drop twice as many pounds as those on a placebo. >HOW IT WORKS: Your doctor sends you home with Saxendafilled pens, and you inject your upper arm, abdomen, or thigh once daily to quiet hunger pangs. Your M.D. monitors your progress to decide how long you’ll continue the shots. THE SIDE EFFECTS: Sticking yourself stings (duh), and initial nausea can occur too. Source: F. Xavier Pi-Sunyer, M.D., professor of medicine at Columbia University RESHAPE INTEGRATED DUAL BALLOON WHAT IT IS: Two silicone balloons (connected by a silicone shaft) filled with saline, which, according to a clinical trial, led to an average weight loss double that…

Seductive? Capital-S stupid? I keep hearing mixed advice. As do we! A new study from Drexel University found that 88 percent of U.S. adults surveyed online admitted to texting naughty nothings. It’s also a suggested tactic in couples therapy because its secretive nature can add an element of emotional intimacy , says tech and sex expert Robert Weiss, L.C.S.W. Okay, but I’m guessing sending a shot of my thong-wearing bum isn’t what Weiss is talking about, huh? You got it. Word-based texts and photos are two very different things (the above study failed to separate them). And research has found that if a photo sext is shared with a third party , at least three other people will see it! Definitely don’t want my naughty bits trending, but could use…

1 Edgy Bouffant >Mist damp roots with a plumping spray, then blow hair dry with a round brush, says hairstylist Riawna Capri. >Massage dry shampoo into roots. >Divide the hair into three zones—side, top, side. From the top section, grab the first three inches of hair and twist and pin to the left side of the head with a bobby pin. Do with the next few inches but pin to the right. Keep alternating. >Split both sides into a top and bottom section, then twist each back toward the nape to pin. Spritz with hair spray. 2 Deconstructed Loop >Divide hair into two sections— above and below your ears. Clip the top chunk out of the way, and pull the bottom into a ponytail. >Break the ponytail into small…

WAIT, SO I WON’T LOOK LIKE A HIGHLIGHTER?! Would we do that to you? These techie pieces are like stealth nocturnal creatures: chilled out by day, on the prowl at night. The North Face Illuminated Reversible Jacket Überthin stripes of high-brightness reflective thread (yes, there’s a brightness scale in this category of apparel, and this baby uses the best) can make you visible to cars up to 500 feet away. (That’s more than the length of a football field!) Plus, the jacket flips over to double as a casual solid-gray layer. $200, thenorthface.com Athleta Accelerate Reflective Jacket Allover horizontal lines attract the eye from both sides and all angles, maximizing your visibility in the dark. In normal light, the jacket’s pattern just looks cool and mod. $118, athleta.com Under Armour…

Let’s give new meaning to the phrase “abs for days”: Many women don’t realize that the core goes on and on, extending from armpits to knees. So trying to whittle your middle with abs-only moves like crunches robs you of the full range of motion needed to create true change. But often when results elude us, we just load up on more reps. That’s busy work, not waisttrimming work. There’s a better way: first, thinking bigger, broader; then smarter, streamlined. This workout delivers both— and fast. Simply replace one of your weekly strength workouts with this routine. Perform a set of each exercise without resting between moves. After the last move, rest one minute. That’s one circuit. Do three total. *Editor’s note: Not only has Dan trained everyone from elite…

Whether there’s a flu outbreak orWalking Dead apocalypse, here’s a hint: Raid the grocery store first. Downing antibiotics to fight a virus does diddly, yet amazing wellness aids line the shelves of the supermarket. “We know which nutrients support immunity, so we should base our diets on foods that contain them,” says Elson M. Haas, M.D., coauthor of Ultimate Immunity.* Next time you feel like a zombie—or the mere thought of another hack attack scares the crap out of you—scarf down these germ slayers and stay safe. *Ultimate Immunity is published by Rodale Inc., publisher of Women’s Health “I SIMPLY CAN’T GET SICK!” Tay-Tay has Karlie, Gigi, and Selena. Your immune system’s long-term #squad? These guys. Oysters A zinc deficiency can make immune cells less responsive, according to a 2015…

Go ahead, utter the C-word—and watch what happens. One gang will say pasta is the devil. The other will cut you with a butter knife if you don’t pass the bread basket. We’re calling a truce, and not just because carbohydrates are your body’s main—and much misunderstood—source of energy. Turns out, they could be a key to weight loss: Eating the right kinds is actually a better strategy for slowing your jellyroll than avoiding them altogether, per a new study. To shed lbs, “the quality of carbs is as important as the quantity—sometimes even more important,” says study coauthor Frank Hu, M.D., Ph.D., of the Harvard School of Public Health. In other words: More carbs can = more slim-down success. Our cheat sheet will help you (insert whispery MJ voice)…

Five seconds Feel the pain? Pop an OTC reliever. A study from Ohio State University found that 1,000 milligrams of acetaminophen (the equivalent of two Extra-Strength Tylenol) blunts how the brain reacts to emotional cues, which may cause the news to literally hurt less. One hour Drop and give us 20 burpees! “A breakup triggers the stress response, which floods the body with cortisol and adrenaline,” says Ish Major, M.D. A sweaty workout sesh, even if it’s short, can help your body return to a calm baseline. One day Hand a pal your phone and social media passwords, and ask her to unfriend and unfollow your ex and scrub his presence from your device. (Can’t bear to delete all of your mushy photos? Hide them for the time being in…

WHO MADE THE ALL-STAR TEAM? We started with hundreds of contenders. Then subsisted on packaged goods for three meals a day—for three months (you’re welcome)—rendering our office a veritable mess hall. Once we’d narrowed it down to the tastiest, easiest, healthiest buys, we ran each item by a panel of nutritionists, just to be extra sure (thanks to R.D.s Karen Ansel, Maureen Callahan, and Kerry Neville!). Meet our 55 winners. CHECK ME OUT… I’M ORGANIC Those chemicals and preservatives that do jack for you? Who needs ’em? I’m pretty freakin’ fab just being me. “Like Venus, I was born from nature—nothing but vitamin K–rich greens, crisp carrot and cabbage, and multigrain croutons. Pretty sure Botticelli would approve.” Earthbound Farm Organic Kale Caesar PowerMeal Bowl CHECK OUT MY CHECKOUT Cathryne Keller,…

Jillian Michaels on cockiness vs confidence: “You need to check your ego at the door and learn how to listen, but when it comes to your dream, there’s no place for humility. You must believe in your concept wholeheartedly if you want to convince others of its greatness.” Obi Obadike on selling a big idea: “Practice your pitch many, many times before bringing it to an important decision maker so that when you finally get the opportunity to actually execute it, it’ll feel effortless.” Randy Hetrick on powering through: “A winner is someone whose belief in her concept is so strong that it sustains the dedicated effort required to bring it to life—it’s the person who is nimble enough to make adjustments but hard-headed enough to never, ever quit.” TUNE…

Standard cubes in your whiskey? So vanilla! Your drink can now be chilled with larger, denser (and prettier) artisanal ice. These frosties come with an unexpected perk: “Ice isn’t just for getting drinks cold, but also for enjoying them longer, and the rate of dilution for bigger cubes is pretty slow,” says Kim Haasarud, the brand mixologist for Omni Hotels & Resorts. Meaning? Your scotch will still taste like scotch (not scotch and water). Premium rocks look impressively clear (thanks to purified H20 and a slow-freeze process that prevents trapped air bubbles), and craft cocktail spots are also playing with fruit, herbs, and other flavor enhancers to make their ice cooler than cool. MAKE FANCY FROST AT HOME BY... GOING BIG & SQUARE Boil water (to reduce cloudiness and impurities)…

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR INFO SAFE 100-WORD RANT Very Light Smoking We all know that smoking is the worst. It can cause stroke,heart disease, toothdecay, cancer of the throat,stomach, pancreas, liver, "and lungs...on and on. Yetnearly two-thirds of youngwomen still indulge in "verylight smoking"-dennedas five or fewer cigarettes eachday. Not smart. No matterhow many you puff-oneduring your lunch break or afew bummed off a friend ata party-you're still inhalingnicotine and tobacco and areat risk for these diseases. Plus,even the occasional drag canbe a bitch of a habit to kick.Replace your tokes withsomething that satisfiesyour fingers-to-mouthfixation: Gnaw on fruit,chew gum-heck,chew on your pen!Just ditch the cigs/’k? Source: Edward Yaghmour, M.D., chair of the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ Committee on Obstetric Anesthesia What’s scarier than an Ashley Madison hack? This stat: In…

Fashion Emergency? Hit an allergist’s or derm’s office if irritation from something you wear lasts longer than a few days. Though uncommon, these allergies are often caused by textile dyes, the plastics in stretchy fabrics like spandex, and the formaldehyde resin in “permanent press” clothes. WHY IS MY SKIN SO ANGRY THAT I’M WEARING… POLYESTER This fabric traps sweat on skin’s surface—which could lead to bacterial acne if you wear it too long. The other issue? Once you disrobe, the sweat evaporates suddenly—your brain may interpret this quick switch as irritation and itchiness, says Luz Fonacier, M.D., an allergist in Mineola, New York, and spokesperson for the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. SEQUINS The sharp disks look flirty but play dirty. They can make tiny cuts in your…

PROPS THAT POP At the very least, stay safe with a few crucial accessories. The key, per research: Wear ’em around major joints (ankles, elbows, knees) to show you’re a moving person, not a parking sign. KICKS WITH KICK Bright-idea prints. Awesome patterns. Shoes are going futuristic with innovative reflective makeovers. Two that are lighting the way: Myth Busters: Will P.M. Sweat Sessions Mess with My Sleep? Not the way you think! While evening exercise can make it tougher to crash quickly (blame the rise in body temp), it can actually help you score better-quality shut-eye by nixing the stress that might jolt you awake, says exercise physiologist and certified strength and conditioning specialist Pete McCall. In fact, one new study found that folks who performed a resistance circuit at…

Weddings. Funerals. Commercials about pets and newborns (or newborn pets). Used to be, tears had their place. But between the NYC Crying Guide Tumblr (think: reviews of public-sob spots) and new hotels with designated crying rooms, we’re all calling the wambulance—and that’s a good thing! Blubbering can be critical for well-being, says Jodi De Luca, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in Boulder, Colorado. Let loose around kind, comforting people—the sort who pass you tissues (or vino) instead of staring awkwardly into space—and let the perks wash over you. Lifted Spirits Around 50 percent of people end up feeling happier after a waterworks sesh, says the world’s leading crying researcher, psychologist Ad Vingerhoets, Ph.D., of Tilburg University in the Netherlands. Shedding tears triggers the brain to amp the release of mood-boosting endorphins.…

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The public convo surrounding the female orgasm has officially climaxed: Nicki Minaj recently told a magazine that she demands one every single time she has sex (and thinks you should too); #GetCliterate is blowing up all over social media; and a provocative video series—in which women are brought to ecstasy by a vibrator while trying to read a book aloud—just reached 45 million views on YouTube. All this attention to our Os has done a world of good, it seems. For the first time ever, research shows that the majority of women typically come during sex—89 percent of those 18 to 34 years old, to be exact, according to a new survey by Skyn Condoms. (In the not-so-distant past, The Kinsey Institute ballparked this number as low as 20 percent.)…