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NPR asked six skin care experts what you actually need. They all said the same three things Snacks that help control blood sugar, ranked by dietitians This week's recipe: French Lentil Salad — a protein and fiber powerhouse ready in 30 minutes
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Clinically Tested · Patented Nanofiber Technology · Dermatologist-Tested Formula |
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Benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, and harsh spot treatments have one thing in common: they damage your skin barrier to get to the acne. That's why you get the redness, peeling, and that raw, stinging feeling — your skin is being stripped. And once the barrier is damaged, acne comes back worse because your skin can no longer defend itself properly. |
DrySerum takes the opposite approach. Its patented nanofiber mask dissolves in 10 seconds on damp skin, delivering azelaic acid and niacinamide 4x deeper than any cream — while repairing the skin barrier that lets the acne keep coming back. No burning. No peeling. No irritation. Clinical testing showed 0% of users experienced harsh side effects. 89% saw significant improvement in just 3 weeks. |
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You're Probably Using Too Many Skin Care Products. Here Are the 3 Essentials |
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Six dermatologists and cosmetic chemists agreed: most of what's on your vanity is optional. Here's what they all said you actually need. |
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NPR's Life Kit asked half a dozen skin care experts including dermatologists, researchers, and cosmetic chemists which products you actually need for healthy skin. The answer was unanimous and much simpler than the average bathroom counter suggests. |
A gentle, fragrance-free cleanser to remove daily buildup without stripping natural oils. A moisturizer matched to your skin type, which provides hydration, supports your barrier, and is worth choosing carefully since it stays on your skin. |
WHY IT MATTERS The skin care industry is a $200 billion global market built in part on the idea that more products equal better results. The expert consensus here says otherwise. Sunscreen alone, applied consistently from an early age, prevents the majority of visible aging and dramatically reduces skin cancer risk. |
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Quick Health Brief |
A couple of things worth a minute this week. |
🥜 Blood Sugar · What Happens When You Eat a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich? |
A classic PBJ on white bread is a mixed bag for blood sugar. The jelly contributes quickly digested sugars that spike glucose rapidly, and white bread has a high glycemic index that amplifies the effect. |
But peanut butter is a low GI food with a score of just 14, and its fat and protein content meaningfully slow digestion and blunt the glucose response. A 2018 pilot study found that adding two tablespoons of peanut butter to white bread and apple juice produced a significantly lower glucose spike compared to bread and juice alone. Read more → |
🍎 Nutrition · The Snacks That Actually Help Your Blood Sugar |
Most snacks spike blood sugar and leave you hungry an hour later. The ones that don't share a consistent nutritional profile: protein and fat alongside any carbohydrate, plus enough fiber to slow digestion. |
Dietitians consistently rank hard-boiled eggs (virtually zero carbs, 6g protein), mixed nuts (2 to 5g net carbs per ounce, healthy fats that slow everything), apple slices with natural peanut butter (fiber plus fat plus protein), and Greek yogurt (20g protein, probiotics, low glycemic) as the most reliable blood sugar-friendly snacks that also actually satisfy hunger. Read more → |
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK |
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A protein and fiber powerhouse that comes together in 30 minutes and only gets better as it sits. |
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One batch feeds four and keeps well in the fridge for three days. Make it Saturday and you have a ready meal through Monday that actually improves as the flavors come together overnight. |
Get the recipe → |
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Lifestyle & Fitness Focus |
10-Minute High Intensity Abs and Core Workout |
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10 Minute High Intensity Abs/Core Workout [For Advanced and Beginners] |
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Ten focused minutes targeting the core at high intensity, with progressions for both beginners and advanced athletes built into the same session. Short enough to have no excuse not to do it, effective enough to be worth doing every day if you wanted to. |
Watch now → |
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HOW MIGHT YOU BENEFIT FROM TURMERIC COMPLEX? |
Like with any healthy habit, commitment is key to seeing the biggest results. Here are some examples of how taking a turmeric supplement consistently may look for different people:* |
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