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Forbes
3 days ago
- Health
- Forbes
How Vitamins And Supplements Support Women At Every Age, According To Experts
From magnesium and omega-3s to collagen and creatine, here are the expert-recommended supplements that support women's health through every stage of life. Getty Images With endless supplements lining the shelves and so much conflicting advice online, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Rule number one? Supplements are meant to support a healthy lifestyle—not replace one. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet is always the foundation. But during times of stress, hormonal shifts, or major life transitions like perimenopause and menopause, the right supplements can help fill in the gaps. Not sure where to start? Talk to your doctor or a trusted healthcare provider first. Then look for clean, clinically backed, third-party tested formulas. According to experts, top-tier brands include Thorne, Designs for Health, Pure Encapsulations, Ritual and Nordic Naturals (especially for omega-3s). Below, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, a New York–based gynecologic oncologist and Chair of Women's Health and Gynecology at Atria; and Dr. Amanda Frick, ND, LAc, and VP of Medical Affairs at Thorne, share their go-to supplements tailored to women in their 20s, 30s, and beyond. Recommendations from Dr. Amanda Frick, ND, LAc, VP of Medical Affairs at Thorne Thorne's Basic Nutrients 2/Day comes in a 120-capsule bottle and retails for $86. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement regimen. Thorne 'A multivitamin is not a substitute for a healthy diet, but it can make it easier to support a busy, stressful lifestyle,'says Dr. Amanda Frick. She recommends Thorne's Basic Nutrients 2/Day as a solid everyday option. And for women with a monthly cycle, Thorne's Basic Prenatal includes added iron to help replenish nutrients lost through menstruation. Magnesium Simple but essential, magnesium powers hundreds of metabolic processes—supporting everything from sleep and digestion to skin health and stress resilience. 'Most modern diets fall short,' says Dr. Frick. She recommends magnesium glycinate or bisglycinate for its calming effect and easy absorption. 'The glycine component is especially helpful for women prone to anxious thoughts.' Omega-3 Fatty Acids Fish oil—and vegan EPA-based alternatives—support brain health, skin hydration, and a healthy inflammatory response. Since most diets fall short, omega-3s are a smart daily addition. For best results, Dr. Frick suggests taking them before bed, when the brain uses omega-3s to support overnight repair and regeneration. Collagen Vital Proteins' unflavored collagen powder delivers essential amino acids to support skin, joints, and overall structural strength—ideal for active women at any age. Vital Proteins Collagen isn't new—but it's still essential. It delivers key amino acids for protein synthesis, supports skin firmness, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Collagen also plays a major role in joint health, making it a smart choice for 'active women looking to stay strong and supported,' says Dr. Frick. Ginseng For women seeking better focus and mental stamina—without caffeine—ginseng is a compelling option. It supports blood flow to the brain and cognitive clarity. Thorne's Ginseng Plus formula combines adaptogens like lion's mane and Greek mountain tea for added mood and brain support. 4 Supplements Every Woman 35+ Should Consider from Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, MD, PhD High-Quality Multivitamin 'A well-formulated multivitamin designed for women can help fill nutritional gaps,' says Dr. Poynor, noting that key nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, B12, and folate support bone health, energy production, and overall well-being. 'Recent research also suggests that taking a multivitamin may contribute to maintaining brain health as we age.' Fish Oil (Omega-3 Fatty Acids) Rich in EPA and DHA, omega-3s offer wide-ranging benefits for women in midlife—reducing inflammation, supporting cardiovascular health, and improving lipid profiles. 'Studies indicate that omega-3 supplementation can enhance physical performance and increase metabolic rate,' Dr. Poynor adds, helping support 'energy expenditure both at rest and during exercise.' Probiotics support immune function, metabolic balance, and mental well-being. Ritual's 3-in-1 formula combines clinically studied prebiotics, probiotics, and a postbiotic to help maintain a balanced gut microbiome. Ritual Probiotics 'Probiotics play a vital role in immune function, metabolic balance, and mental well-being,' says Dr. Poynor. They also support digestive health by helping to maintain a balanced gut microbiome—critical for nutrient absorption, regularity, and overall GI comfort. By influencing the gut-brain axis, they may help ease anxiety and support mood stability. She points to emerging research on targeted strains—like B. breve postbiotic extract—that may enhance endocrine function and deliver beneficial anti-inflammatory effects in women over 40. Creatine Creatine isn't just for athletes—it helps midlife women maintain strength, muscle mass, and cognitive clarity as hormone levels shift. Thorne Creatine There's growing buzz around creatine—and for good reason. Naturally found in muscle and brain tissue, creatine helps women maintain strength, muscle mass, and cognitive clarity as hormone levels shift. 'When paired with resistance training, creatine supports muscle and bone—and may also benefit cognitive function and mood,' says Dr. Poynor. 'These are areas we're paying closer attention to as women move through perimenopause and beyond.'
Forbes
3 days ago
- Health
- Forbes
The Best Vitamins And Supplements For Women Of Every Age
From magnesium and omega-3s to collagen and creatine, here are the expert-recommended supplements that support women's health through every stage of life. Getty Images With endless supplements lining the shelves and so much conflicting advice online, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Rule number one? Supplements are meant to support a healthy lifestyle—not replace one. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet is always the foundation. But during times of stress, hormonal shifts, or major life transitions like perimenopause and menopause, the right supplements can help fill in the gaps. Not sure where to start? Talk to your doctor or a trusted healthcare provider first. Then look for clean, clinically backed, third-party tested formulas. According to experts, top-tier brands include Thorne, Designs for Health, Pure Encapsulations, Ritual and Nordic Naturals (especially for omega-3s). Below, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, a New York–based gynecologic oncologist and Chair of Women's Health and Gynecology at Atria; and Dr. Amanda Frick, ND, LAc, and VP of Medical Affairs at Thorne, share their go-to supplements tailored to women in their 20s, 30s, and beyond. Recommendations from Dr. Amanda Frick, ND, LAc, VP of Medical Affairs at Thorne Thorne's Basic Nutrients 2/Day comes in a 120-capsule bottle and retails for $86. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement regimen. Thorne 'A multivitamin is not a substitute for a healthy diet, but it can make it easier to support a busy, stressful lifestyle,'says Dr. Amanda Frick. She recommends Thorne's Basic Nutrients 2/Day as a solid everyday option. And for women with a monthly cycle, Thorne's Basic Prenatal includes added iron to help replenish nutrients lost through menstruation. Magnesium Simple but essential, magnesium powers hundreds of metabolic processes—supporting everything from sleep and digestion to skin health and stress resilience. 'Most modern diets fall short,' says Dr. Frick. She recommends magnesium glycinate or bisglycinate for its calming effect and easy absorption. 'The glycine component is especially helpful for women prone to anxious thoughts.' Omega-3 Fatty Acids Fish oil—and vegan EPA-based alternatives—support brain health, skin hydration, and a healthy inflammatory response. Since most diets fall short, omega-3s are a smart daily addition. For best results, Dr. Frick suggests taking them before bed, when the brain uses omega-3s to support overnight repair and regeneration. Collagen Vital Proteins' unflavored collagen powder delivers essential amino acids to support skin, joints, and overall structural strength—ideal for active women at any age. Vital Proteins Collagen isn't new—but it's still essential. It delivers key amino acids for protein synthesis, supports skin firmness, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Collagen also plays a major role in joint health, making it a smart choice for 'active women looking to stay strong and supported,' says Dr. Frick. Ginseng For women seeking better focus and mental stamina—without caffeine—ginseng is a compelling option. It supports blood flow to the brain and cognitive clarity. Thorne's Ginseng Plus formula combines adaptogens like lion's mane and Greek mountain tea for added mood and brain support. 4 Supplements Every Woman 35+ Should Consider from Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, MD, PhD High-Quality Multivitamin 'A well-formulated multivitamin designed for women can help fill nutritional gaps,' says Dr. Poynor, noting that key nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, B12, and folate support bone health, energy production, and overall well-being. 'Recent research also suggests that taking a multivitamin may contribute to maintaining brain health as we age.' Fish Oil (Omega-3 Fatty Acids) Rich in EPA and DHA, omega-3s offer wide-ranging benefits for women in midlife—reducing inflammation, supporting cardiovascular health, and improving lipid profiles. 'Studies indicate that omega-3 supplementation can enhance physical performance and increase metabolic rate,' Dr. Poynor adds, helping support 'energy expenditure both at rest and during exercise.' Probiotics support immune function, metabolic balance, and mental well-being. Ritual's 3-in-1 formula combines clinically studied prebiotics, probiotics, and a postbiotic to help maintain a balanced gut microbiome. Ritual Probiotics 'Probiotics play a vital role in immune function, metabolic balance, and mental well-being,' says Dr. Poynor. They also support digestive health by helping to maintain a balanced gut microbiome—critical for nutrient absorption, regularity, and overall GI comfort. By influencing the gut-brain axis, they may help ease anxiety and support mood stability. She points to emerging research on targeted strains—like B. breve postbiotic extract—that may enhance endocrine function and deliver beneficial anti-inflammatory effects in women over 40. Creatine Creatine isn't just for athletes—it helps midlife women maintain strength, muscle mass, and cognitive clarity as hormone levels shift. Thorne Creatine There's growing buzz around creatine—and for good reason. Naturally found in muscle and brain tissue, creatine helps women maintain strength, muscle mass, and cognitive clarity as hormone levels shift. 'When paired with resistance training, creatine supports muscle and bone—and may also benefit cognitive function and mood,' says Dr. Poynor. 'These are areas we're paying closer attention to as women move through perimenopause and beyond.'
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rebecca De Mornay Spills on Working with 'Tough Cookie' Bella Thorne In New Film, Saint Clare (Exclusive)
"I did not have to do a lot of research about what it's like to be an aging actress," De Mornay said of her role in the film -- before sharing why her plan to become a director "collapsed" in the '90s. Rebecca De Mornay is opening up about working with Bella Thorne in the new thriller Saint Clare, in which the Risky Business star plays an "aging actress." De Mornay appears in the film as Gigi, an ex-actress and grandmother to Thorne's Clare Bleeker, a sociopathic killer seeking vengeance for the missing women in her neighborhood. For De Mornay, getting into character was both easy in some aspects but a challenge in other ways. "I did not have to do a lot of research about what it's like to be an aging actress," De Mornay, 65, joked. "It was just too funny to be offered a movie where I'm playing an eccentric, ex-movie star," she said, "I thought, 'OK, this I can do.'" But the character of Gigi is more of a free-spirit, something De Mornay said is not the case for her. "To have that kind of freedom," she continued, "I'm just more thoughtful and more anxious than that," she laughed. "So that was sort of liberating to play," she then confessed. Playing a maternal figure to Thorne's Clare, De Mornay said it was her job to instill in her on-screen granddaughter that "We don't take s--t. You don't have to take it. We do our own thing, we live independently." "I had an immediate rapport with Bella. Sort of an unspoken thing," she said of working with the younger star. "There's a certain boldness, a certain defiance, a certain independence that we both have." "She's a tough cookie, you know? As am I," De Mornay continued. "I think we both really like to have fun, also. As soon as I got there we were taking selfie polaroids of each other, together, and it was just effortless – the connection." "But when we were shooting, she very much stayed in character of Clare with this suppressive secret and worries -- that she was carrying the whole film," she added. In addition to working with Thorne in the film, the movie serves as a reunion between the actress and Frank Whaley. The two starred on Outer Limits episode De Mornay also directed way back in 1995 -- with De Mornay recalling the encouragement Whaley gave her to become a director. "I was happy about that because I cast him in that 30 years ago and here he is again! So that was also another good sign," she said of the actor appearing in the film, despite them not sharing any scenes together. "I remember he said to me then, 'You've gotta direct again. You are really a director,'" she remembered from the '90s. "I was on that path, until I started throwing up and turned out I was pregnant with my first daughter," "And I written a script that I set up to direct and then I got it set up a second time and I started throwing up again and I was pregnant with my second daughter," she told TooFab. "And then the whole idea of directing collapsed for 20 years!" While that one Outer Limits episode remains her one directing credit, De Mornay has continued to work steadily in both film and television. Following her breakout role in Risky Business opposite Tom Cruise, she later starring in The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, The Shining miniseries, Wedding Crashers, American Reunion and, most recently, played Dorothy Walker on Jessica Jones. Saint Clare is available on demand now. Solve the daily Crossword
Business Insider
22-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
The AI talent wars are ricocheting across startups. Here's how they're competing with Big Tech.
Tech giants aren't the only ones fighting over top AI talent. From multibillion-dollar acquihires to poaching packages reportedly worth tens of millions of dollars, the talent wars are having a "bit of a waterfall-like effect on comp" across early-stage startups, said Cristina Cordova, a former VC and the COO of issue tracking company Linear. Salary and equity packages are climbing, and startups are touting the unique impact and ownership of working somewhere smaller, recruiters told Business Insider. A head of AI at a Series A company — with an applied background and time spent in a top research lab — can command between $300,000 and $400,000 in base pay, said Shawn Thorne, managing director at executive search firm True Search. That's without any previous management experience. Before the AI boom, the salary for a vice president of engineering may have been closer to $200,000 to $250,000, he said. "There are two sets of rules," Thorne said. "The price that you need to pay for all talent, and then there's the price you need to pay for AI talent." It's not just base pay that's exploding. Equity is "the big factor" because startups compete with the "opportunity cost" of a top researcher or applied engineer launching a startup of their own, he said. Equity packages have climbed to between 2% to 5% for top engineers, Thorne said — compared to what would've been a fraction of a percent for an early-stage, non-managerial employee in the past. Other bargaining chips include letting AI researchers or engineers come in with a cofounder title, compute access, and time for research outside work, Thorne said. "We've seen top candidates win with remote flexibility, front-loaded equity, big sign-on bonuses, tighter cycles on compensation refreshes, and friends on the team," said Natan Fisher, an investor and the cofounder of recruiting service SingleSprout. "It's not just the offer. It's how fast and personally the process goes." The fight for AI talent has become unprecedented. In June, Meta spent $14.3 billion on a Scale AI investment and what was seen as an acquihire of Scale AI's CEO, Alexandr Wang, while Google snapped up Windsurf's top talent this month for $2.4 billion. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman previously said Meta had attempted to poach talent with $100 million signing bonuses, which Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth said OpenAI had countered. Startups can offer ownership and impact Frenetic job-hopping has become the new normal in AI, Cordova said, contributing to "a mercenary mindset" and a higher bar for employee retention. Startups have an edge. They can offer the opportunity to be part of something transformative and the potential financial windfall that comes with that. They can also offer a sense of freedom, as opposed to being a cog in a machine with a limited scope. (Big Tech CEOs like Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg are well aware of these dynamics, similarly offering fewer reports and more AI compute power to woo top candidates.) While Fisher said he doesn't know any early-stage startups that can compete with $10 million compensation packages, "they can win by pitching sharper problems, faster cycles, and giving top AI engineers the ability to own product, with strong upside." The larger talent wars aren't affecting all startups, including those building off existing AI models. Shie Gabbai, the COO of AI travel planning company Layla, said that while nearly all of the company's funding has gone to hiring engineers, salaries have not been affected. Gold star AI candidates AI startups face a widening gap between gold star researchers — the kind selling their startups for billions — and rank-and-file employees who might not have the same pedigree. The latter may fetch salaries more in line with what's typical in Silicon Valley, said Mark Bai, a managing director at True Search. As AI increasingly replaces early engineering jobs, tech companies disperse salaries among a smaller number of people. Gold star candidates are usually PhDs from a well-known computer science program focused on machine learning, such as Stanford, Berkeley, MIT, Waterloo, or Carnegie Mellon, and who, five years later, have landed on a top AI research team at a major company, said Thorne and Bai. "Pretty much every client that Mark and I talk to would like to poach someone out of OpenAI or FAIR at Meta," Thorne said, referring to Meta's Fundamental AI Research group. Fisher added that xAI is often flagged. Many top researchers also know one another, a major boon when assembling a team. "More than specific skills, companies want people who live and breathe AI," Fisher said. He said that this includes people who ship side projects, stay close to model updates, write code, speak at conferences, have a good social media presence, and write academic papers. The AI wars fuel a newfound work intensity The talent wars are a key symptom of "a level of urgency in tech that's been missing for years," Cordova said. With every new AI model launched, a new wave of companies is born and dies, Bai said. The intensity is manifesting in more rigid return-to-office expectations and " founder mode" taking hold. "They're bringing in some of this 996 culture," Bai said, referring to a widespread tech work culture in China of working 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. six days a week. Bai added that some companies work seven days a week. "There are literally offices with bunk beds." While a high-pressure atmosphere is synonymous with startup culture, Thorne said the pendulum has swung back in a major way after the COVID pandemic, and founders have become more forward about their demands. "This is by far the most intensity that I've ever experienced from clients over the last decade," Bai said.
Condé Nast Traveler
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Condé Nast Traveler
Kelsea Ballerini Doesn't Pack Light and She's Okay With It
First things first, tell us about the tour! It was so fun. I'm just far enough past it now that I really miss it. I think at the end I was like, that was the perfect amount of shows that I was able to stay locked in the whole time and not get too mechanical. And now that we're a couple months past it I'm like, damn. Every now and again I'll get on TikTok and watch videos of people in the crowd singing along and I'm like wow, that was so fun I can't believe that happened. Truly, headlining an arena tour was at the very top of my career bucket list, and so it just feels like it was a huge undertaking, it took 10 years to do it, it was so fulfilling, and now I'm like…what now? What's next? Being on tour is obviously physically and mentally demanding—how did you stay healthy? I'll tell you, when I was touring in my 20s I slept like a baby on a moving tour bus, my skin wasn't reactive to different climates, I could not warm up and rip a shot of tequila and just go on stage. It's so different in my 30s. I really had to adjust to that, and plus I cared so much, so I was doing everything I could to keep my train on the tracks in every way: mentally, physically, and then also skin, hair, all of it. I took lots of magnesium for sleeping. And then every day just looked a little bit different, so just letting that be okay was a big part of it. Letting go of the structure of what my life looks like outside of tour was the mental game that I had to play. Thorne Magnesium glycinate supplement $25 Amazon I've heard that you wore a wig on tour—is that true?
