Pumping iron isn’t the only way to pump the brakes on age-related muscle loss. While weight training has long been lauded as the key to building and maintaining muscle mass, experts say there are other ways to keep from wasting away. “When discussing the progressive loss of muscle mass and strength associated with aging, we … Read more
Your favorite snack might be doing more than satisfying your cravings. New research from Sweden suggests that regularly enjoying a popular food Americans have long been told to limit could actually help lower the risk of dementia. But don’t go reaching for the low-fat version — the brain-boosting benefits don’t appear to carry over. toa555 … Read more
As snow blanketed parts of the US this week, heart health experts have shared warnings of the physical strain shoveling can take — particularly for older adults. A 2025 Mayo Clinic review found that just 10 minutes of heavy snow shoveling can push the heart to about 97% of its maximum rate. Exposure to cold air … Read more
How sweet it is to beat the clock. Researchers at King’s College London report that theobromine, a naturally occurring chemical that gives dark chocolate its bitter flavor, may boast anti-aging properties. Anti-inflammatory and rich in antioxidants, theobromine is an alkaloid, a plant-derived compound that interacts with gene regulation and can shape long-term health outcomes. Published … Read more
Dick Van Dyke just turned 100 — and he’s still stealing the show. The legendary song-and-dance man officially became a centenarian on Dec. 13, a rare feat for a star whose career has delighted fans on the big and small screens for more than seven decades. “The funniest thing is, it’s not enough. A hundred … Read more
Most mornings, style maven Debra Rapoport wakes up in her Manhattan apartment and gets ready to post her colorful, fashionably maximalist fits to Instagram, where she boasts 109,000 avid followers and counting. On Thursday nights, Gerald Delet and James Valentino can be found taking their places at a popular local nightspot, where they’re always sure … Read more
This is T-rrific news for some men. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has been historically difficult to get because it requires proof of consistently low testosterone levels along with symptoms like fatigue, low libido or erectile dysfunction that’s not just from aging. Now, a US Food and Drug Administration panel is recommending loosening testosterone restrictions by declassifying these … Read more
You don’t have to be a billionaire to biohack your way to a longer life. “The most powerful biohacks are free and they dramatically outperform supplements and gadgets,” Gary Brecka, a human biologist and longevity expert, told The Post. He would know. The 55-year-old claims that simple lifestyle tweaks have helped him reverse his biological … Read more
Your next trip to smooth out crow’s feet or fill in smile lines could look a little different. Experts are urging clinics to perform ultrasounds before injecting cosmetic fillers into patients’ faces — a step they say could make the popular procedure safer and more precise. The push follows new research raising concerns about a … Read more
Sticks and stones may break your bones — but they won’t heal as easily past a certain age. New research has found the “point of no return” when we no longer recover as well from illness and injury, no matter how strong and healthy you may feel. A new study has found an average age … Read more
You might want to grab an extra handful of your favorite bar snack. A new study suggests that a simple, everyday food can supercharge blood flow in your brain — a vital function that tends to weaken as we get older. Researchers found that the boost not only sharpened memory but also improved participants’ heart … Read more
Want to stay sharp into old age? You might want to start hitting the gym. New research suggests that a hidden trait in your body could hold the key to maintaining a younger brain — and the implications are huge. “Better brain health, in turn, lowers the risk for future brain diseases, such as Alzheimer’s,” … Read more
Demi Moore’s words of wisdom are full of substance. The actress, who turned 63 on Nov. 11, got candid on aging while on “The Stephen Colbert Show” on her birthday. Colbert, 61, asked Moore how she feels after a whirlwind year including winning her first Golden Globe for her work in “Substance,” starring on the … Read more
Go ahead and pour yourself that extra cup of joe. Coffee drinkers may already know the benefits that come with their morning pick-me-up, from feeling happier to fending off illnesses like Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even Parkinson’s disease. And now your morning ritual may add healthy years to your life, new research finds. … Read more
Turns out that we’ve all got a little Taylor Swift in us. Our brains host their own Eras Tour — just without the elaborate costume changes. New research suggests that our brains experience major changes that result in five broad eras over the average human lifespan. And just like the Eras Tour, you can mark … Read more
If you’re looking for another reason to appreciate your sister, here’s one with a scientific twist. Research suggests brothers may live longer when their sisters can pull off something extraordinary later in life. But that longevity boost doesn’t seem to extend to spouses — a sign, scientists say, that the benefit comes from genes rather … Read more
She’s helping old souls tap into a new passion. Betty Markowitz has been teaching tap dance to senior citizens for more than two decades, and at the age of 96, she has no plans to slow down. On Wednesday night, the great-grandmother — who is New York City’s oldest known dance teacher — put on … Read more
A new test may get to the heart of your dementia risk several years before any symptoms emerge. Dementia, which affects over 6 million Americans, impacts memory, language and problem-solving skills. Early detection is key for improving quality of life, expanding treatment options and enabling better life planning. A certain blood test may be able … Read more
For Emily Cipryk, the decision to spend nearly $16,000 on plastic surgery came easy — and early. At 28, the entrepreneurial influencer found herself looking in the mirror and having regrets about nearly a decade of failure to prioritize sleep — which she felt had left her looking tired and rundown. The fashionable Torontonian would regularly scroll … Read more
Research has revealed that “fake fasting” may offer the same age-reversing health benefits as forsaking food. Known as the fasting mimicking diet (FMD), the diet is designed, as the name implies, to mimic the effects of water fasting by targeting blood glucose, ketone levels and other biomarkers. While traditional fasting is characterized by the utter … Read more