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WEBMD MAGAZINEThe ComebackA SERIES FROM THE EDITORS OF&SEE PAGE17FAMILY &PARENTINGJan/Feb 2016 / 4.95WEIGHTLOSSMYSTERIESEXPLAINEDMEN’SH E A LT HVasectomies:What to KnowPG. 40pg. 21LIVINGH E A LT H YRewards-BasedPet Trainingpg. 29H E A LT H YBEAUTYScrubs for aFresh Startpg. 23Mindfulness &Your Healthpg. 20MUNN’STHE WORDJANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016Olivia Munn onself-acceptanceand success PG. 34FOOD &FITNESSWorkoutMotivationpg. 49HEALTHHIGHLIGHTSCold & FluSeason Tipspg. 51WEBMD.C OM

JAN/FEB 2016F E AT U R E SContents34Pg.40Pg.DownloadWebMD Magazinefor FREEon the App Store andGoogle Play.“MunnRisingI LIVE WITHANXIETYA LOT. THEMORE ICAN TALKTO PEOPLEABOUT IT,THE LESSALONEI FEEL.Known for roles in HBO’sThe Newsroom and actionflick X-Men: Apocalypse,actor Olivia Munnshines brighter than ever.She’s learned to focus onherself—and her health.She opens up about herstuggles with anxietyattacks and exercise, andhow she ultimately hasaccepted herself.“StraightTalkI N E V E RY I S S U EWeight-loss mysteriesbaffle many on their questto shed extra pounds.Now, recent researchhelps to answer someof the most commonquestions about howcalories, genes, and moreplay a role in determiningthat number on the scale.Pg.EDITOR’S NOTEPg.56TAKE 1040Cover photograph by John Russo/Corbis Outline4JA N / F E B 2 0 1 6256We b M D . C O MHarry Connick Jr. isan American musicidol in his own right.The talent show’sjudge talks about hisnew album, his longlasting relationship,and his health habits.

ContentsJAN/FEB 2016H E A LT H Y S TA R T7Pg.13Pg.22Pg.27HOT TOPICS: Why outdoor-playing kids might have better eyesight,how fidgeting may lead to a longer life, which diets may help preventdepression, and more news you can use.L I V I N G H E A LT H YWEBMD ON THE STREET: Our experts help a personal trainer take stepstoward her goals in the gym—and in life. THE COMEBACK: As part ofour series with Sports Illustrated, WebMD takes an in-depth look ata pro basketball player’s injury, treatment, and recovery. WOMEN’SHEALTH: Are you present in this very moment? Learn how mindfulnesscan improve your life—and health. MEN’S HEALTH: Our experts weighin on the latest research about vasectomies.H E A LT H Y B E A U T YYOU ASKED: Want a fresh start? Our expert sheds some light onexfoliation tips and product picks. BEAUTY SMARTS: Do you see spots?Learn what hyperpigmentation is and what you can do about it. Plus:Beauty 411 and Aisle Do. YOUR SMILE: Do you really need wisdomteeth? Get smart about your options.Pg.44Pg.F A M I LY & PA R E N T I N GPET HEALTH: Beth Stern is the cat’s meow. This year’s HallmarkChannel Kitten Bowl host opens up about how she’s saving onefeline at a time. Plus: Teach your pup new tricks with rewards-basedtraining. BABY TALK: Becoming a parent is huge. Ask yourself thesequestions before you start trying. PREGNANCY: Are antidepressantsduring pregnancy safe? KIDS’ HEALTH: What you need to know abouttaking your child’s temperature.FOOD & FITNESSIN SEASON: Get the year off to a sunny start with our juicy andnutritious citrus recipes. OFF THE MENU: Washington, D.C., chefJeff Tunks shares his fish story. FITNESS CHALLENGE: Calorie-burningcardio moves that will have you jumping up and down. WORK IT OUT:Need some motivation? Fitness experts share their secrets to keepyour routine on track.WEBMD CHECKUP50Pg.January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. HEALTH HIGHLIGHTS: How to stayhealthy during cold and flu season. BY THE NUMBERS: A closer look at eyehealth. LIVING WELL: Tips to manage hypothyroidism. MY STORY: A readershares how he kicked smoking once and for all. TEST YOUR SMARTS: What’syour heart health IQ? Take the quiz to find out.We b M D . C O M3JA N / F E B 2 0 1 6

I love a new year. There’s somethingabout it that makes me feel likeanything is possible—even if I end upattaining only a fraction of my goals oncereality sets in. Our theme for this issue is“Fresh Start,” which of course you canhave any time, but it’s worth highlightingnow as you think about your resolutionsand what you hope to accomplish in theyear ahead.Our cover celebrity, Olivia Munn,is a black belt in karate, but she’s alsomastered the art of the fresh start. Shetells us how she’s tackled both emotionaland physical challenges in her personaland professional life. From dealing withfluctuating weight and anxiety attacks toharsh words from entertainment critics,Munn shares how she channels her innerresilience to keep pushing forward. Turnto page 34 for her story.No matter what your goals are forthe New Year, we’ve got the weight-lossknow-how, recipes, fitness tips, and stressreducers to keep you on track. We’ve alsogot pointers for jump-starting motivationfor your workout routine and some simpleways to try mindfulness and meditation.Here’s to a happy new year full offresh starts,SECOND ANNUALWEBMD HEALTHHEROES GALAOn November 5, WebMDcelebrated its second HealthHero Awards Gala at the TimesCenter in New York. Hostedby Good Morning Americaco-anchor Robin Roberts, thestar-studded event paid tributeFrom left to right: Advocate winner Ronald “Jake”to an advocate, a scientist,Clark, Scientist winner Bennet I. Omalu, MD,a prodigy, and our People’spresenter Fran Drescher, People’s Choice winnerChoice winner, actor GlennGlenn Close, WebMD CEO David J. Schlanger,Prodigy winner Kenneth Shinozuka, presenter JessieClose. Each took action toClose, and host Robin Roberts.solve a health challenge, giveback to others, and inspirepeople to live healthier lives. Celebrities, including actors Seth Rogen andFran Drescher, presented the winners with the night’s awards. Musicalguests The Broadway Boys, Mary McBride, and singer-songwriter Amos Leeentertained the crowd.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSAccess Now!12Download the free Digimarc Discoverapp, available at iTunes and GooglePlay.Open the app. Hold your device 4to 7 inches away from the activatedicon (shown at right) to scan it. Yourphone will alert you when DigimarcDiscover recognizes the image.Look for thisicon on pagesthroughoutthe magazine.3Your browser will open to displaya Web page where you can accessWebMD articles, videos, slideshows, andmore content or download WebMD apps.CONNECT WITH US!Subscribe to a newsletter!webmd.com/newslettersLike WebMD!facebook.com/webmdDownloadWebMDMagazinefor FREEon theApp Storeand GooglePlay.Tweet us!twitter.com/webmdPin with us!pinterest.com/webmd/webmd-magazineKristy HammamEditor in Chiefkristy@webmd.comEmail the editors!webmdmagazineeditors@webmd.netWe b M D . C O M4JA N / F E B 2 0 1 6FROM LEFT: GREGORY MILLER; GETTY IMAGESE D I TO R’ SN OT E

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H E A LT H YS TA R T13%:Americanswho don’thave healthinsurance.That’s downfrom morethan 16%in 2014.Source: CDCSource: JAMA55.5%of Americans exercisethree or more days perweek. That’s the highestnumber in seven years.Source: GallupVEG OUTHave you ever tried to make broccoliseem more appealing by serving italongside a slice of pizza? That mightbackfire. In a study of kids who getschool lunches, researchers found thatthey were less likely to eat their leastfavorite vegetables when the veggiescame with their favorite entrées, likechicken nuggets or cheeseburgers. Kidsate more green beans, for example,when paired with a not-so-seductivedeli sandwich. Try serving your kids’favorite main dishes with veggies youknow they’ll eat, and use the harderto-swallow ones to accompany lessdistracting entrées.Source: Food and Nutrition SciencesWe b M D . C O M8JA N / F E B 2 0 1 6.comHot HitsWhat’s trending onWebMD.com right now*Why is turmericgood for me?Symptoms ofpostpartum depressionBenefits of acupuncture100-calorie snacksBest birth controlFamous schizophrenicsCold feetCancer-fighting foodsYoga for beginnersTeen beauty tips*as of Nov. 1, 2015FROM TOP LEFT: PEOPLEIMAGES/GETTY IMAGES; WWING/GETTY IMAGES; RENEE COMET/GETTY IMAGES; RIGHT: THE FOOD PASSIONATES/GLOW IMAGES; IMAGE SOURCE/GLOW IMAGESSee the LightHere’s another reason to pry the kids from theirscreens and send them outside to play: It couldsave their eyesight. In an experiment in China,900 elementary school students got 40 minutesof additional outdoor play each school day forthree years. Another 900 continued normalactivities. The kids in the outdoor playgroupwere 23% less likely than their peers todevelop nearsightedness during that time.About 30% of Americans are nearsighted,and the condition usually starts in school-agekids. Sunlight stimulates the release of the brainchemical dopamin

Workout Motivation pg. 49 Olivia Munn on self-acceptance and success PG. 34 MUNN’S THE WORD . JAN FEB 2 W eb MD.COM JAN&FEB Contents FEAR IN EVERY ISSUE Cover photograph by John Russo/Corbis Outline Pg. 4 EDITOR’S NOTE Pg. 56 TAKE 10 Harry Connick Jr. is an American music idol in his own right. The talent show’s judge talks about his new album, his long-lasting relationship,