The weight is over. In recent years, fitness enthusiasts looking to skip the gym and take advantage of the nice weather have been raving about rucking — which involves walking with a heavy pack strapped to your back. But if you’re seeking another strength-building, low-impact cardio — behold, the weighted vest. Sports medicine expert Dr. … Read more
Archaeologists recently discovered the purpose of a mysterious 1,500-year-old bucket at one of England’s most historic sites – and it wasn’t pleasant. The National Trust released a statement about the Byzantine Bromeswell bucket, found at Sutton Hoo, in May. The site of two ancient Anglo-Saxon cemeteries, Sutton Hoo has offered a wealth of knowledge about pre-Norman British … Read more
Once a week, Elissa Stein, a spunky 60-year-old partial to hot-pink reading glasses, finds herself in a studio in NYC’s Flatiron, pushing and pulling against machines purporting to pressure her bones and reverse the osteoporosis diagnosis she received shortly after her birthday. “It was terrifying, because I do all the things you’re supposed to do: … Read more
Americans are jumping for jabs. Surveys show at least one in eight US adults have given GLP-1s drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy a shot, with 6% currently taking them. The miracle meds have been linked to a host of health benefits beyond diabetes management and weight loss, from staving off Alzheimer’s and curbing addiction to … Read more
Cancer diagnoses in people under 50 are on the rise. We’re not exactly sure why, but we’re seeing a particular uptick in breast cancer, lymphoma and colorectal cancer cases among younger adults. A few other cancers, such as testicular, kidney and pancreatic, have increased as well, though they remain pretty uncommon in patients younger than … Read more
It’s critical that seniors be strong on their feet, as falls are the leading cause of injury in older adults. In the US alone, almost a third of people over the age of 65 fall each year, resulting in injuries and occasionally death. Falls in the elderly cost $30 billion yearly to treat and can … Read more
Drop and give me … 11? A now-viral clip from The Mel Robbins Podcast recently sparked a sweaty social media challenge after orthopedic surgeon and longevity guru Dr. Vonda Wright declared that every woman should be able to crank out 11 full push-ups — chest to floor, no knees allowed. The challenge quickly took off … Read more
Put down the wrinkle cream and pick up a blueberry. A new study suggests that eating a diet rich in a powerful plant chemical could be the key to keeping your body strong and your mind sharp as you age. “These findings underscore the potential for simple dietary modifications to impact overall quality of life … Read more
Forget pricey creams and supplements, a powerful anti-aging tool is probably sitting in a jar in your pantry. The simple 60-calorie snack, rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, fiber and minerals, has been a health and beauty staple since the time of the ancient Greeks. And for Gen X and millennial women, there’s an extra perk: it … Read more
A woman found human bones in the walls while renovating her 16th century farmhouse — and discovered a murderer lived next door. Emmie Brookman, 28, bought the three-bedroom property with her fiancé, Norton Johnston, 34, and had to renovate it after finding pink mould on the walls. The couple hand-chiseled off the exterior render themselves … Read more
Who could ever forget that iconic moment on “The Real Housewives of Potomac” when Karen Huger called out Ashley Darby’s bunions? Yes, she came for her bunions — she came for them hard. But while they may often be the butt of friendly jokes, bunions are actually no laughing matter, according to one New York … Read more
Hold the hummus and pass the camembert. For decades, Americans have been told that eating like the Greeks is the gold standard for good health. But Dr. Michael Aziz, an internist and author of “The Ageless Revolution”, argues that we should have been looking to Paris all along. “The French diet wins in every category,” … Read more
The ‘80s and ‘90s might have been the golden age of the workout video, but decades later, a new generation of fitness fanatics is helping Americans break a sweat from the comfort of their own homes. Enter Katie Austin — the daughter of legendary aerobics instructor Denise Austin — who’s bringing her mom’s iconic workout … Read more
US astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams — who have been stranded at the International Space Station for nine months for what was supposed to be a 10-day trip — are finally earthbound. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to realize that spending the better part of a year in outer space might have an … Read more
Linda Lavin, who died Sunday at age 87, was a captivating Broadway star beloved by audiences for her electrifying contradictions. A celebrated fixture of the New York stage for six decades, the Tony Award-winning actress was just 5-foot-3-inches tall yet towering; maternal and volcanic; glitteringly musical and groundedly real; hilarious and heartbreaking. Her sardonic punch … Read more
Add debilitating bone disease to the growing list of ailments attributed to ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Previous research has linked UPFs, which include products like packaged snacks, sugary drinks, mass-produced bread, fruit yogurt, some breakfast cereals and meat alternatives, to a host of adverse health effects, from obesity and diabetes to heart disease, depression, dementia and more. One study has … Read more
A popular thyroid medication taken by 23 million Americans may be associated with bone loss, a startling new study finds. Levothyroxine — marketed under brand names such as Synthroid — is the second most commonly prescribed medication among older adults in the US. It’s consumed by about 7% of the US population. Hypothyroidism, also known … 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
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
It’s common to think of your bones as solid and unchanging, but they’re composed of living tissue constantly in flux. Consider: Every year, 15% of your spine and 5% of your hips are replaced with new bone through a process called remodeling. Every 10 years, your entire skeleton will have rebuilt itself. With aging and … Read more