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It’s the Brazil nut (you know, the big half-moon shaped one), which has been the unsung hero of the nut world, despite crazy levels of vitamins and minerals and an ultra creamy, rich taste that’s perfect for nut butters, pestos, and vegan cheeses. And healthy food purveyors are starting to catch on. In Los Angeles, Pressed Juicery sells a green juice with Brazil nuts and Cafe Gratitude sprinkles Brazil nut “parmesan” on its dishes, while in New York City, you can buy raw vegan Brazil nut shortbread cookies at One Lucky Duck....

Old rule: Shimmery makeup is taboo in the daytime (or if you’re over 30). New rule: Shimmer can flatter anyone, anytime. Today’s formulas, which are no longer garish and glittery, can actually make you look younger because they contain finely ground, light-reflecting particles that give skin a soft glow. A wider range of shades, like camel and pink, allows shimmer to be worn day and night. But limit the luminous look to no more than two features at a time....

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Swiss researchers tracked 24,000 men and women for 11 years. They found that people who regularly took a calcium supplement increased their risk for heart attack by 86%. But here’s the important distinction: Dietary calcium was not linked to an increased risk for heart disease. In fact, people who ingested the most calcium through their diets actually lowered their risk for heart attack by 31%. What’s going on here? It may have to do with the level of calcium in your blood, says Ian Reid, MD, a professor of medicine and endocrinology at the University of Auckland in New Zealand, whose past research has linked calcium to heart disease risk....

Want to lose weight faster? Eat dark chocolate. That’s right, the same delicious bar that we know is packed with healthy antioxidants just keeps getting better: It’s now a promising weight-loss aid, according to findings published last week in the International Archives of Medicine. Dark chocolate has enjoyed a health halo for years now, thanks to its rich supply of plant compounds called flavonoids, powerful antioxidants shown to lower bad cholesterol and high blood pressure, boost serotonin and endorphin levels in the brain, and more....

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A friend can help keep you motivated – and give you someone to talk to while you walk. To find a walking buddy in your area, check out the links below to our message boards. Connect with Others Join other walkers in finding walking buddies and sharing tips Connect with a weight-loss circle to get support and encouragement More on Walking Get a walking training schedule customized to your level How many calories am I burning when I walk?...

As a Rub Grind 1 teaspoon of black tea leaves in a spice mill and add to your favorite spice mixture. Rub onto uncooked chicken, beef, or fish. Let stand 10 minutes before cooking. TIP Use loose leaf tea or just tear open a bag. As a Stock Add brewed tea to broth and pour over meat or fish for braising. TIP Use black teas where you would typically add red wine, and green tea or oolong in place of white wine....

Has your annoying cough been dragging on for weeks? It’s annoying for sure, but it’s also totally normal. People tend to underestimate how long a cough should last, according to a new study published in the Annals of Family Medicine. Skewed expectations may be one reason why antibiotics are over-prescribed, even for viral infections. In a phone survey, researchers asked 493 people how long they thought a case of ACI (acute cough illness, a....

Standing Forward Bend (Modified) Next time you’re find yourself in front of the fridge, stop and take a few minutes to slow down both your body and your mind. Sometimes burning off a little excess energy is all it takes to quiet your thoughts. Simple standing forward bends can help calm your busy brain and reduce stress. Stand with your back about a foot from a wall and your feet hip-width apart....

The base tan myth goes a little something like this: ’I’m going to Florida and I don’t want to get burned while I’m there, so I’m going to the tanning salon to get some ‘base color,’ explains Tim Turnham, Ph.D, executive director of the Melanoma Research Foundation. If that wasn’t bad enough, what happens next is worse: “Then, once they’re on vacation, that person thinks they aren’t at risk for burns and they spend their time in the sun unprotected....

Researchers analyzed the diets of both healthy people and colorectal cancer patients (including over 170 foods) and found that high-fat and high-sugar foods (like chips and cakes) and sugary drinks were linked to a 18% and 12% higher cancer risk, respectively. The researchers aren’t quite sure why, but one obvious guess is that the offending foods are higher in calories, says study coauthor Evropi Theodoratou, PhD. (A high-cal diet and obesity have both been linked to colorectal cancer in other studies....

For dull hair and dandruff… I use apple cider vinegar as my hair conditioner. —Jennifer Lynn Doctor’s tip: Its astringent properties make hair look shinier, but apple cider vinegar can also treat dandruff by reducing the growth of the fungus Malassezia furfur. For bad breath… A capful chased with water dispels onion breath. —Cindy McDaniel For troubled skin… Dampen a cotton ball and hold on a pimple for 5 minutes....

Sample day of eating calcium-rich foods2 cups of Total cereal (516 mg) 1 cup strawberries (21 mg)24 almonds (70 mg)1 cup of grapes (19 mg)1 orange (52 mg)1 cup of cooked spinach (245 mg)1 cup brown rice (20 mg)Trout (57 mg)And be sure to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin D (click here to see how much you need); your body needs sufficient levels in order to absorb calcium. More From Prevention: How To PreventOsteoporosis

Ashley’s answer: When it comes to working out in the morning, keep a few things. First, we wake up not having had any fluids for hours, so it’s very beneficial to hydrate the body, especially before a workout. Second, the duration and the intensity of your workout will factor significantly into what your body needs. A vinyasa yoga class versus a run versus a hike versus boxing versus CrossFit will ask different things of the body....

What’s more, logging lots of steps may improve your diet choices: A recent German study found that taking a walk can even stop sugar cravings. MORE: 15 Painless Ways to Crush Sugar Cravings But while a regular walking routine is a great way to stay in shape, nearly all fitness experts agree that mixing up your workout is crucial if you want to keep seeing results in the mirror and on the scale....

Essential oils could help on two fronts: The potent plant oils promote relaxation and may treat hair loss. A study published in the Archives of Dermatology found that a daily scalp massage using the oils boosted hair growth in 44% of patients. Try Avalon Organics Rosemary Volumizing Shampoo ($10.50; avalonorganics.com), which has rosemary essential oil. And stock up on oils at auracacia.com to mix your own blend based on the study’s recipe (below)....