Last year, Jamie Oliver turned 50, and the milestone inspired the beloved British chef to reflect on his health and how he could maintain it it in the second half of his life. “[It made] me think about what I need to do to get myself in the best shape for the future,” he writes … Read more
New year, new you… or not quite just yet. Whether your resolution is big — lose weight, hit the gym five days a week, give up sugar — or a bit more manageable — eat more veggies, move more, go to bed earlier — you’ve probably decided today’s the day to get serious. But if … Read more
Jane Fonda recalled seeing beloved Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, looking “healthy and happy” at Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party the night before they were knifed to death in their Los Angeles mansion. The “Grace and Frankie” star said she is overwhelmed with grief, sharing a photo of the “When Harry Met Sally” … Read more
Nearly a third of Americans admit they have no idea what a “healthy plate” looks like (29%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults explored some of the misconceptions around nutrition, finding that these misunderstandings are numerous. According to respondents, fruit and vegetables should take up a combined total of 38% instead of … Read more
Yes, you really do deserve sweet treats every day, all day. A new study has found one in three Americans reward themselves with something sweet more than once per day — and 46% crave sweets by noon. That’s according to a new poll of 2,000 U.S. adults, where 47% said only something sweet can satisfy … Read more
You had me at halo. Health halos are foods that seem healthy because they are marketed as “organic,” “low-fat,” “natural” or “gluten-free,” but they’re not actually good for you since they’re high in sugar, salt or calories. Research has consistently shown that consumers have trouble distinguishing health halos. For example, a recent study found that … Read more
A “fit and healthy” young man was forced to have both of his legs amputated just days before his 21st birthday – after his flu-like symptoms turned out to be sepsis. Levi Dewey was left in an induced coma with just a 30% chance of survival after being struck down with the life-threatening condition. The … Read more
A Welsh family is mourning the loss of a young runner who died after doctors perplexingly diagnosed her symptoms as allergies. Throughout the summer, 24-year-old Georgia Taylor reported symptoms like rashes, swelling and a mysterious pain in her leg. Shortly after returning home from a trip to Greece, she rapidly deteriorated and was admitted to … Read more
At 117 years old, María Branyas was confirmed by Guinness World Records to be the world’s oldest living person — and researchers say her long life wasn’t just good luck. In a statement to Guinness, Branyas attributed her longevity to “order, tranquility, good connection with family and friends, contact with nature, emotional stability, no worries, no regrets, lots … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Ben Stiller is getting bubbly. The 59-year-old actor is the latest Hollywood star to enter the beverage business, with the launch of a “healthy” soda brand, Stiller’s Soda. The debut … Read more
A man who vaped for nearly a decade is urging young people to quit after his lung suddenly collapsed. Raymond Dehn, 24, had been vaping since the age of 15 — after sneaking devices from a local shop that didn’t check IDs. Raymond says the collapse was his “wake-up call” and has now sworn off … Read more
Exercise is widely regarded as an essential component of health for older adults — particularly strength training. Health agencies recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise and at least two days of strength training exercises, which includes lifting weights or performing muscle-building activities. Marfred Suazo, known online as Fonz the Trainer, was … Read more
Got the travel bug this summer? Just make sure you don’t pick up any other bugs when you hit the road. No matter where I go on vacation, I’ve always taken a fully-stocked mini medicine bag with the obvious essentials: painkillers, antacids, Band-aids, Lactaid and a little something for nausea. But that medicine bag has grown … Read more
Internet trolls couldn’t weight to bash the mother of this newborn hunk of chunk. Like vultures to a carcass, social media savages are swarming mom Maci Mugele, accusing the 21-year-old of abusing her bouncing baby boy, Gunner, who weighs a hefty 22.5 pounds at just four-months-old. “OMG poor baby,” “Can babies get diabetes?,” “This should be child … Read more
They offer a fast-track to a heart attack. While fast food depots aren’t exactly paragons of nutrition, some chains clog the arteries faster than others. As a service to diners, the World Atlas ranked the top 10 least healthy fast food chains in the US — finding that Wendy’s was the worst offender in this … Read more
Three in four people are prioritizing feeling good on the inside more than ever before. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 people, which explored the health approaches and habits that really make the difference. The survey found that 77% of respondents now prioritize what feels good over what makes them look good. The … Read more
Talk about bathing in nutrients. If you’re looking to eat healthier — and save some money by growing your own food at home — Welsh chef and influencer Gaz Oakley says there’s just about no easier plant to pick than one that you can grow in your bathroom. They’re high in antioxidants and nutrients that … Read more
No need to overthink brain health! Our noggins take a floggin’ with age, leading to reduced brain volume, less effective communication between neurons and decreased blood flow. These changes can affect learning, memory, processing speed and other cognitive functions. Now, you probably already know that eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, getting adequate sleep, managing … Read more
Want a brewski without the buzz? Make sure you read the fine print. New research suggests that many low and no-alcohol beers aren’t as healthy as they seem — even if you’re cutting back on booze. The warning comes as non-alcoholic beer sales show no signs of slowing, with sales expected to surpass ale as … Read more
Your good health habit could actually get you seriously sick — and you wouldn’t know until it’s too late. While experts unanimously agree that we should all be eating more fresh, whole foods, a food policy professor has a warning: Danger lurks in your grocery store’s produce aisle. Not all fruits and veggies are created … Read more