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Understanding the effects of protein overload

Dear Heloise: Forty years ago, when I was doing Weight Watchers, I had terrible dandruff until a new hairdresser told me, “It is caused by eating too much protein.” So, I cut back, and lo and behold, I haven’t had any more dandruff since then. –– P.M., in St. Louis P.M., dandruff isn’t directly caused by protein. It comes primarily from a fungus (Malassezia) that feeds on sebum. A diet with protein helps the scalp maintain a healthy balance. On the other hand, a diet that is heavy in refined sugars, dairy and processed foods seems to worsen the problem. The term ...

Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It feels like the reward isn’t enough or isn’t there at all. That doesn’t mean your work is meaningless. Yes, there are tedious aspects. Don’t let exhaustion masquerade as philosophy. It all matters. Be sweet to yourself. Go easy. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Today calls for resolution. What can you tie up or move along? You may feel something is over, but if another person is still wondering, the loop will remain open. The next phase can only begin after this one ends. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It seems counterintuitive, but losing doesn’t make a ...

Today in History

Today is Monday, March 23, the 82nd day of 2026. There are 283 days left in the year. Today in history: On March 23, 1998, “Titanic” tied an Academy Awards record by winning 11 Oscars, including best picture, best director for James Cameron and best original song for “My Heart Will Go On.” Also on this date: In 1775, Patrick Henry delivered an address to the Virginia Provincial Convention in which it is said he declared, “Give me liberty, or give me death!” In 1806, explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark began their return to St. Louis, Missouri, after ...

Lifestyle can remove triggers for migraines

DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent column about migraines and strokes. About 40 years ago, I began having occasional visual-interference episodes with zigzags, blurry central vision, and more that lasted for about 30 minutes. My doctor described them as ocular migraines. When I read about migraines, the first possible cause that was listed were preservatives, so I started reading labels. My episodes occurred only after eating food with added nitrites and sulfates. It was very consisten, so I now read labels and avoid them. And thanks to the fact that more foods are now being made ...

From retirement to raising kids again

Dear Annie: I never imagined I’d be packing school lunches again at 62. My husband, “Tom,” and I raised our children, worked hard and finally reached that stage where life felt calmer. We downsized, paid off most of what we owed and talked about traveling, volunteering and enjoying a quieter home. Then everything changed. Last year, our daughter, “Nicole,” hit a wall. I won’t share all her business, but there were issues with addiction and an unstable relationship. One night she called crying, and by the next morning, our two grandkids, “Sophie” (8) and “Mason” ...

Edmunds tests BMW X5, Mercedes GLE seeking the better luxury plug-in SUV

Edmunds If practicality, fuel economy, and premium amenities are all high on the list of priorities for your next vehicle purchase, a luxury plug-in hybrid sport-utility vehicle might be just what you’re looking for. Edmunds compares the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e and the BMW X5 xDrive50e to ...