This is 40 — eating thoughtfully to age gracefully. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to 84% more likely to be in good physical and mental health at 70 compared to those who do not, new research finds. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to … Read more
Rich or poor, you can live the gouda life. A large-scale study of 2.3 million people conducted by a team of researchers from the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine found that mental well-being is the single most important contributor to healthy aging and longevity. But there’s also a strong connection to cheese consumption, … Read more
Want to age better? You better step on it! To build strength for long-term health, celebrity nutritionist and certified personal trainer JJ Virgin advises simulating your daily activities in the gym, performing workouts that engage fast-twitch muscles and prioritizing protein in your diet. She shared these tips on Sunday’s hourlong episode of “The mindbodygreen Podcast.” … Read more
Tech mogul and anti-aging architect Bryan Johnson claims that his strict regiment has led him to celebrate his birthday every 19 months after supposedly slowing down his internal clock. Johnson, 46, unveiled that he’s now hit his “personal best” in slowing down the aging process and is doing so at a rate of “0.64,” he … Read more
A mom was over-the-moon to be asked for ID when she went to buy tobacco — despite being 50. Mom-of-two Abbi Franklin had been struggling with her age after turning 50 in March. But things changed when she popped into a Co-op convenience store near her home in Guilford, England last week. UK mom Abbi … Read more
When standing up from a squat or a seated position many of us are greeted by the familiar snap, crackle, and pop of our knees, but is the sound cause for concern? Orthopedic experts are sharing what causes the cracking and when to seek medical treatment. Cracking, clicking or popping knees are a common occurrence, … Read more
The rapidly aging faces of Gen Z can also blame e-cigarettes for their abnormally sallow skin. Those born between 1997 and 2012 came of age during the rise of nicotine vaporizers, which were touted by manufacturers as a safe and stench-free alternative to smoking. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have said that people … Read more
Social media is flooded with young women worrying that they look older than they are. The trend has paved the way for a new online existential crisis, called ‘how old do I look?’ which exploded on TikTok, with the original video reaching more than 14 million views. TikTok creator Chelsalay posted the video that started … Read more
“Eight” your heart out. Researchers believe that adopting eight healthy behaviors — known as the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 — can slow the aging process and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death. “Our message is that everyone should be mindful of the eight heart disease and stroke health factors: eat … Read more
If you thought sitting on your butt was bad for you — what these experts have to say may leave you feeling floored. One seated position in particular can benefit your body in multiple ways, experts told The Huffington Post. Sitting cross-legged on the ground can help your mobility and flexibility and can even work … Read more
They stole our thunder. New research from the global cosmetics company Clarins finds that Maine, New Hampshire and Nebraska have the best air quality for skin health, a rating that takes into account the number of good air quality days and exposure to fine-particle pollutants. New York placed ninth in the US, while Utah, California and … Read more
A 52-year-old mom who was trolled for looking 82 and “haggard” says women don’t like to see others doing well. Nerys Middleton was shocked at the comments when she put a TikTok video up asking ‘how old do I look?’. She said the comments ranged from people saying she looked as young as 30 to … Read more
Shorely you can’t be serious. Just in time for Memorial Day, a board-certified Houston dermatologist is sharing five skincare no-nos for the summer. Dr. Andrea Suarez, who goes by “Dr. Dray” on TikTok, wants you to avoid boozing in the sun, applying sunscreen with poor protection, buying sunscreen with insect repellent, peeling your sunburn and … Read more
He’s raising the age of retirement. When New York City restaurateur Stratis Morfogen was hiring for his new Gramercy restaurant Diner 24, he didn’t look to hot young pastry chefs with culinary school diplomas. Instead, he asked friends at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul in West Hempstead, Long Island, near where he grew up, … Read more
Beauty is only skin deep — but there’s no harm in learning how to keep your skin healthy as you age gracefully. Board-certified holistic nutritionist Jennifer Hanway is sharing the three nutrients for firm-looking skin that she recommends for people 30 and older. Certain supplements can help you age more gracefully, according to a holistic … Read more
Rudy Callegari is no top model. So when fashion photographer Nigel Barker tapped him to strike a pose for his “Senior Portraits” series, the 97-year-old World War II vet was thunderstruck. “I thought, ‘Who the hell am I that he’d want to take my picture?’” Callegari, from Red Hook, told The Post with a laugh. … Read more
Is stress about your diet eating away at you? You can extend your lifespan by consuming a healthy diet, according to a doctor. Dr. Florence Comite, an endocrinologist and founder of the New York-based Comite Center for Precision Medicine & Health told Business Insider her five diet tips for living a longer life. Dr. Florence Comite … Read more
Nothing like the nightmare of waking up to a new fine line on your face. Sleep wrinkles, which develop while we rest our bones, are temporary in the young, dissipating as the day goes on. But, as we age and our skin loses its natural elasticity and extensibility, those slumber creases tend to settle in. … Read more
Seeing double? A super-fit grandmother says her age-defying appearance means that she and her granddaughter are often mistaken for sisters. Lesley Maxwell, 65, regularly reveals her ripped physique to her 145,000 followers on Instagram alongside her granddaughter, Tia, 21. “Attention can be flattering, reinforcing the idea that vitality and attractiveness aren’t limited by age,” Lesley … Read more
John Starbrook can’t be stopped. The Brit known as “The Legend” has run 52 marathons and works out at the gym six days a week — at 93 years old. “The spin classes get me moving,” Starbrook told The Guardian on Sunday. “And then, about 4 p.m. or 5 p.m., I go back to work … Read more