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Best Blue-Light Glasses of 2024: Expert Picked

Sep 11, 2024 | usnews.com | Deirdre Mundorf |Marlo Jappen Porto |Bob Vila

Trent Carter, founder and nurse practitioner at Curednation, highlights the importance of blue-light blocking glasses. He explains, “Exposure to blue light, especially in the evening, can negatively impact sleep by disrupting the natural circadian rhythm.
7 Best Teeth-Whitening Strips According to Dental Experts

Sep 5, 2024 | usnews.com | Corey Whelan |Marlo Jappen Porto

If your pearly whites aren’t so pearly white anymore, you may be considering at-home teeth whitening strips. Over-the-counter teeth whiteners are cost-effective and can significantly increase the brilliance of your smile, giving you a boost of confidence. Whitening strips use a variety of active ingredients, and it’s important to select the right type for your level of sensitivity and staining.
7 Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet of 2024

Aug 14, 2024 | usnews.com | Corey Whelan |Marlo Jappen Porto

Don’t let flat feet keep you from running. Finding the right pair of running shoes can be a game-changer. Generally speaking, you’ll want a shoe that offers stability, cushioning, and a wide toe box. To curate this list of the top options for those with flat feet, we spoke to a doctor of physical therapy and a podiatrist to get their insights. Based on their recommendations, we chose the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23 as our best overall choice.
9 Best Gym Shoes for Men of 2024

Aug 14, 2024 | usnews.com | Alyssa Sparacino |Marlo Jappen Porto

You’ve got the sweat-wicking shirt, the breathable shorts, the on-trend socks, and a killer playlist – you’re ready to crush your next workout. But before you lace up just any pair of sneakers and head out the door, you’ve got to find the right gym shoes to match your needs. Don’t let footwear be an afterthought or your performance and body will pay the price. Instead, well-fit, exercise-specific gym shoes help prevent injuries and improve performance.
40 Best Golf Gifts of 2024

Aug 13, 2024 | usnews.com | Sara Coleman |Marlo Jappen Porto |Marlo Jappen

Finding the right golf gifts for the golf fanatic in your life is like scoring a hole-in-one. No matter the golfer’s skill level, age, or playing frequency, such gifts are a fantastic way of showing support. Golf gifts can range from small, fun, and budget-friendly to more extravagant and focused on improving someone’s game.
9 Best Workout Shirts for Men of 2024

Aug 8, 2024 | usnews.com | Joel Balsam |Marlo Jappen Porto

While what you do during a workout is important, so is what you wear. Workout shirts should allow for a wide range of motion, wick away sweat, dry quickly, and, most importantly, feel comfortable. You don’t want your shirt to distract you from getting those reps in. As someone who has been working out for decades and has written numerous reviews about activewear, I can appreciate a good workout shirt that’s both lightweight and feels good.
8 Best Walking Sandals for Women of 2024

Aug 7, 2024 | usnews.com | Corey Whelan |Marlo Jappen Porto

Walking sandals give the best of both worlds: the breathability of a flip-flop and the support of a tennis shoe. A well-constructed pair provides proper arch support and all-around comfort for your feet, back, and legs. This means you can get your steps in without chafing, blistering, or foot fatigue.
8 Best Nike Running Shoes of 2024

Aug 1, 2024 | usnews.com | Melissa Boufounos |Marlo Jappen Porto

Nike has been at the forefront of running shoe innovation since 1972 when the “Moon Shoe” was released. Nike blends cutting-edge technology with athlete feedback to create a wide range of shoes to meet different needs and suit different types of activities. During our research, we spoke with avid runners, running coaches, and physical therapists to get their insights into the best Nike running shoes. The Nike Pegasus 41 earns our top recommendation because it’s durable and versatile.
7 Best Pickleball Paddles of 2024

Jul 24, 2024 | usnews.com | Alexandra Shimalla |Marlo Jappen Porto |Tony Roig

Pickleball seems to be all the rage lately, and having the right pickleball paddle can make all the difference. If you haven’t hopped on the bandwagon yet, pickleball is a game where players use paddles to hit a perforated ball over a net. It’s accessible, affordable to play, and relatively easy for beginners to pick up. In addition to conducting our own research, we asked a mix of pickleball experts, players, and coaches for their thoughts and preferences when choosing a paddle.
10 Best Sun Shirts of 2024

Jul 19, 2024 | usnews.com | Corey Whelan |Marlo Jappen Porto

Sun shirts shield your skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that penetrate light-colored, loose-weave clothing. This reduces your risk for sunburns, photoaging (premature aging of the skin caused by sunlight or UV exposure), and skin cancer. The most effective sun shirts are lightweight, breathable, and have a UV protection factor (UPF) of 30 or greater. To come up with this list, I leaned into the knowledge I acquired during my six-year tenure at the Skin Cancer Foundation.