When she started speaking out about “the change,” Naomi Watts was worried about branding herself as a “menopausal lady” in Hollywood. “Agism is alive and well. I was nervous about it, but I thought: If I can help a few, that would be meaningful. And it turns out it wasn’t career suicide,” she said at … Read more
It was quite a red flag. Alla Feldbeyn was stunned by unexpected vaginal bleeding in November 2020, many years after she had gone through menopause. The Florida grandmother of four was diagnosed with Stage 1 endometrial cancer. The disease — which develops in the lining of the uterus — has become more common in the … Read more
Older adults who chow down on breakfast well after sunrise could be in for a rude awakening. A new study out of Mass General Brigham reveals how meal timing shifts with age — and links a later breakfast time later in life to depression, fatigue, oral health problems and even a modestly higher risk of early … Read more
Your easy, stress-free day may be going down the toilet. New research has found that the color of your pee could be a clue about how well your body will deal with stress today — but the good news is, it’s a super easy problem to fix. The study’s authors say the simple factor is … Read more
Mind over mattress? It’s no secret that most Americans don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of nightly sleep. Persistent stress, pressure-cooker schedules, 24/7 digital connectivity and “hustle culture” significantly contribute to insomnia. There are several ways to address sleep deprivation — you could reconsider your sleep position, for one, and avoid heavy meals … Read more
Menopause can usher in a host of disruptive symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and sleep problems. Hormone therapy promises relief. But many women wonder about taking it. That’s because the treatment, subject of a recent expert panel convened by the Food and Drug Administration, has long been shrouded in uncertainty. It was once used routinely. But in 2002, … Read more
Here’s something to chew over. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions — a large waistline, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar and little “good” cholesterol — that significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes. You need three out of five of those risk factors to be … Read more
Build up the box, ladies. As we age — and particularly before, during and after menopause — estrogen production is compromised and our below-the-belt bits take a hit. “The vaginal wall collapses, it’s so real. Nobody’s talking about it. I think because it’s embarrassing,” Leslie Kenny, founder of Oxford Health Span and co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project, told … Read more
It’s time to get hip to this bone density and body composition test. Osteoporosis may seem like an old person’s problem — the “silent” condition gradually reduces bone mass and density, making your inner scaffolding weaker, thinner and more prone to fractures. The disease is actually becoming increasingly common among younger people due to poor … Read more
Stop the stresses! Cortisol is known as the body’s primary stress hormone, but it has many essential functions. It naturally peaks in the morning to help you wake up and feel alert and then gradually decreases throughout the day to eventually prepare your body for sleep. Elevated cortisol over a long while can lead to increased … Read more
Could a 1,000-year-old Japanese text hold the key to longevity and the secrets of sex medicine? For centuries, the Imperial Family of Japan and its physicians have preserved the 30 precious volumes that comprise the Ishinhō, or the “heart of medical prescription.“ These scrolls provide a holistic approach to staying alive — and getting it on … Read more
That’s wild! 2025 has seen Max pivot back to HBO Max and Gen Z rebrand extended leave as “micro-retirements.” Now, the hormonal rollercoaster known as menopause is getting a flashy revamp, too. Move over, vajayjay — “cougar puberty” is clawing its way into the suburban dictionary. Just don’t try to say it 10 times fast. … Read more
Men might finally get a chance to bench their swimmers. A first-of-its-kind male birth control pill just cleared its first human safety test, raising hopes that it could soon open the door to a new era of contraception. The drug, YCT-529, is currently enrolled in a larger clinical trial, with experts hoping it’ll be ready … Read more
Turns out that GLP-1 drugs aren’t just slimming waistlines — they’re shrinking tumors, too. A new study reports that mice shed about 20% of their body weight and saw their breast cancer tumors decrease after getting injected with tirzepatide, which is sold as Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for obesity. “Obesity is a significant risk … Read more
A baby girl in Sweden reportedly sprouted a “micropenis” after lying on her father’s bare chest — turning a tender bonding moment into a bizarre biological blunder. And she’s not the only one. A Swedish doctor is sounding the alarm, warning she’s seen at least half a dozen similar cases in children. Here’s what you … Read more
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You’re running on jet fumes — and you didn’t even step foot on an airplane. Jet lag is a common occurrence after long flights. Flyers can feel tired and struggle with digestive issues because their internal biological clock, also known as their circadian rhythm, isn’t aligned with their new time zone. Now, researchers are warning … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. If you’ve been feeling a little low in more than one aspect of life, you’re not alone, and chances are you’re not going crazy, either. You may be experiencing the symptoms of low testosterone. … Read more
Big gland energy! Testosterone fuels male sex drive and erectile function and influences everything from bone density and muscle mass to fat distribution, red blood cell production, mood and energy levels. Unfortunately, testosterone levels naturally decline with age. Older men may feel more tired and grouchy and less interested in sex. Not to mention the … Read more
Hate Mondays? Turns out your body does, too. A new study from the University of Hong Kong found that older adults who felt anxious on Mondays had 23% higher levels of stress hormone cortisol in their body up to two months later, compared to those who reported anxiety on other days. And that Monday-specific stress … Read more