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These sweet seasonal delights deliver a payload of nutrients that have been study-proven to reverse bothersome signs of aging and erase up to 5 years off your appearance!

TURN BACK THE CLOCKCozy-Warm Sips to Help You

1FINE LINES? GO FOR A PUMPKIN LATTEFall’s dry air can dehydrate skin, making wrinkles look more pronounced. Pumpkin to the rescue! Vitamins and carotenoids

in the gourd increase collagen production by 128 percent to fade fine lines. For a tasty sip: In a mug, microwave a mix of 2 tbsp. of canned pumpkin, 1 ⁄2 cup of milk, 1 tsp. of vanilla extract and 1 ⁄4 tsp. of pumpkin pie spice for 1 minute. Top with 1 ⁄2 cup of coffee; garnish as desired.

3SAGGY SKIN? ENJOY A CRANBERRY SIPA delicious way to look years younger? Add cranberries to your cup! Scientists at

Tufts University report that the fruit’s ellagic acid prevents the breakdown of the protein that keeps skin firm. To get the benefits: In a mug, microwave 1 cup of 100% cranberry juice, ¼ cup of frozen cranberries, 1 tbsp. of nutmeg, 1 tbsp. of ground ginger and 1 tbsp. of ground cloves for 2 minutes.

2 THINNING HAIR? SAVOR APPLE CIDERA compound in apples increases strand diameter by 79 percent, making hair stronger

and fuller in just four weeks. For a hair-volumizing beverage: In a mug, microwave 1 cup of apple cider, 3 tsp. of cinnamon and 1 ⁄4 tsp. of ground ginger for 1 minute. Stir in 1 tsp. of lemon juice. Not a fan of cider? Consider a supplement like New Nordic Hair Volume (vitacost.com), which contains the apple extract.

5AGE SPOTS? ADD A DRIZZLE OF HONEYFor a more even, radiant complexion, enjoy drinks sweetened with honey. Korean

researchers found that a compound in honey’s pollen reduces the look of dark spots on the skin. One way get the perks: Place a black tea bag, a 1 ⁄4-inch knob of fresh ginger and a 1-inch strip of lemon peel in a teacup. Fill with boiling water and steep for 2 minutes; strain. Sweeten with unfiltered honey to taste.

4DRY SKIN? BLEND IN PEANUT BUTTER Just 4 tbsp. of this nutty spread delivers 80 percent of the Daily Value of manganese.

This mineral plays a key role in fortifying the barrier responsible for holding moisture inside skin cells. For an indulgent treat: In a small pan, heat 2 tbsp. of cocoa powder, 1 tbsp. of sugar, 10 oz. of milk, 2 tbsp. of peanut butter and 1 tsp. of cinnamon on low until combined. Pour into a mug; garnish as desired. PH

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My Skinny Secret

HEALTHY GUT, HAPPY BRAINExperts agree that beneficial gut bacteria can have a positive impact on nearly all aspects of health. And in The Whole Brain (Lifelong, 2017; Hardcover $27), Raphael Kellman, M.D., shares strategies that nourish the gut to lift mood, ease anxiety and end brain fog—for life!

GOOD BOOK & NEW NOTABLE

“For lunch I might have a quinoa rice bowl with cucumbers and all fresh vegetables…

top it with beans, which are so healthy.” —Lauren Hutton, 74

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