Hours after Donald Trump claimed victory in the presidential race, “Family Ties” actress Justine Bateman shocked Hollywood by revealing her relief — tweeting that she was “decompressing from walking on eggshells” after an “almost intolerable” and “un-American” four years. Now she tells The Post that her battle cry came at a cost, as she was told … Read more
You may want to pass on that joint. A new scientific paper describes cannabis as a “genotoxic” substance that damages genetic information within cells, potentially leading to DNA mutations, accelerated biological aging and cancer. The authors of the analysis say this genotoxicity can be transmitted to the weed smoker’s offspring via a damaged egg and … Read more
Most living creatures are bound by the fact of birth, aging and death. Few, however, have evolved to break the typical life cycle. The aptly named immortal jellyfish (Turritopsis dohrnii) is one such animal — and, in a surprise discovery now published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, scientists have added its cousin, … Read more
A 50-year-old man was just trying to look younger for his 38-year-old wife when he decided to dye his graying beard — but he ended up suffering a severe allergic reaction that sent him to the hospital. Scott Theodore says he “could have died” after waking up with pus on his pillow, and rather than … Read more
Body check! LeBron James, who turns 40 next month, reportedly drops $1.5 million annually to keep his body in tip-top shape. The Lakers superstar wouldn’t confirm or deny the $1.5 million figure — initially shared by sportswriter Bill Simmons in 2016 — in Netflix’s new docuseries “Starting 5.” LeBron James, who turns 40 next month, … Read more
Could a smaller social circle be the key to longevity? Research shows that many animals, including humans, tend to withdraw as they age, a behavioral pattern known as social aging — and isolation seems to have an evolutionary advantage. A new study from the University of Exeter’s Centre for Research in Animal Behavior found that … Read more
So much for aging like fine wine. Yet another study links ultra-processed foods (UPFs) like packaged snacks, sugary drinks, mass-produced bread, fruit yogurt, some breakfast cereals and meat alternatives to accelerated biological aging. A new study out of Italy links UPFs to accelerated biological aging. doucefleur – stock.adobe.com Biological age — the age of our … Read more
Tom Hanks revealed the one age he wouldn’t choose to be again. The actor was recently asked by “Entertainment Tonight” if there was a specific age he portrayed in his new movie “Here” that he’d want to relive. “No. Look, I’m 68 years old. The hardest for us was when we were playing 35,” Hanks said of … Read more
Are you in a bad sit-uation? Many Americans sit for eight to 10 hours a day — to the detriment of their back, hips, waistline and heart. Sitting for extended periods can lead to obesity, muscle weakening, spinal stress, poor blood sugar regulation and decreased blood circulation throughout the body. “Sitting is actually aging you … Read more
Can you stand the test? Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have unlocked an easy, equipment-free way to determine biological age. The team says the amount of time you are able to balance on one leg is a critical indicator of nerve, bone and muscle strength. In the study, 40 healthy participants over 50 (half under … Read more
What a nightmare! Sleeping poorly in your 40s may age your brain faster — and you might feel the effects into your late 50s, a new study finds. “Our findings highlight the importance of addressing sleep problems earlier in life to preserve brain health, including maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, exercising, avoiding caffeine and alcohol … Read more
It’s time to iron out your nutritional plan. A study published in August found that more than half the world doesn’t consume enough micronutrients essential to health, including calcium, iron and vitamins C and E. Now, California gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi is sharing five signs that your body needs more nutrition — brittle nails, eyelid twitching, clicking of the joints, premature greying of the hair … Read more
As the population continues to get older, more adults are becoming solo agers during their golden years. “Solo agers have been shown to be as healthy and happy as other older adults and live just as long,” Sara Zeff Geber, PhD., an aging expert and author of “Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers,” told Fox … Read more
Anti-aging fanatic Bryan Johnson bragged his plasma is so squeaky clean that a medical staffer “couldn’t bring himself to throw it away” as the tech mogul revealed a new procedure he is using to remove toxins from his body. Johnson, 47, who funnels $2 million a year into his quest for eternal youth, said on … Read more
Quad almighty! Dr. Nick Pappas, a board-certified hand surgeon in the New Orleans area, is sharing the exercise he believes will help you live longer — squats. “If there’s one exercise you should try to do consistently, I would make it squats,” Pappas captioned a Wednesday TikTok. “Don’t skip leg days, and you might just … Read more
Who moved their cheese? A pivotal new study that subjected mice to a variety of diets found that genetic factors had a far greater effect on their lifespan than eating habits. “If you want to live a long time, there are things you can control within your lifetime such as diet, but really what you … Read more
Let’s keep it 100 — your chances of becoming a centenarian are slim. Medical breakthroughs, public health achievements and better diets led to steep increases in global life expectancy in the 1800s and 1900s. But startling new research finds this momentum has slowed and the biggest boosts to longevity may be in the rearview mirror. … Read more
‘Til death do us part — but not for a long, long time. A young couple from the Midwest say they plan to live longer than anyone on the planet — and the life-loving pair are taking serious steps to get there. Kayla Barnes-Lentz, 33, co-owner of LYV the Wellness Space, an up to $1,000-a-month membership precision … Read more
Cheek, please! A biotechnology company headquartered in Manhattan has developed an “aging” clock that uses information from the cells in your cheeks to predict your biological age. Biological age is the age of your cells and tissues — this number can differ from your chronological age, which is the number of years you’ve been alive. … Read more
Millionaire biohackers may have more money, but granny’s got the goods. Amy Hardison, 64, a grandmother of 11, is putting anti-aging enthusiasts like Bryan Johnson to shame, recently besting the tech tycoon in a biometric “Game of Thrones.” “I just cherish the experience of life, and I cherish the perspective that comes from being older,” … Read more