Does having a dog really extend your life?

Does having a dog really extend your life?

A paw-sible path to a longer life? About 43% of US households — especially those run by millennials — own a pooch. Research has long suggested that there are numerous physical and mental benefits to having a furry friend around. A canine pal could even mean living longer, thanks to its effects on heart health, … Read more

What are ‘youth-associated proteins’ — and how can they help you live to 100?

What are ‘youth-associated proteins’ — and how can they help you live to 100?

The fountain of youth may be flowing through your veins. A new study out of Switzerland identified key proteins in the blood of centenarians that appear to be linked to slower aging.  Scientists say the findings could guide future research aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of the biology of longevity — and potentially inspire … Read more

These five diets can prolong your life by up to 5 years: new study

These five diets can prolong your life by up to 5 years: new study

Live to eat? More like eat to live forever. While we may not be able to agree which diet is best overall — keto, Mediterranean, vegan — some certainly have a wide range of health benefits. But new research has found the top contenders that could potentially add years to our lives. While several diets … Read more

What biohacker Bryan Johnson does between 5 and 10 p.m. every night to avoid dying

What biohacker Bryan Johnson does between 5 and 10 p.m. every night to avoid dying

Call it the early bird special for cheating death. It’s no secret that biohacking mogul Bryan Johnson wants to live forever by following an ultra-strict fitness regimen alongside a 14-step morning routine for anti-aging. And Johnson has one particular trick from his extreme “Project Blueprint” longevity plan that he does every day to cheat death. … Read more

3 supplements you should be taking for longevity — including a ‘really powerful’ tool against aging

3 supplements you should be taking for longevity — including a ‘really powerful’ tool against aging

Looking to live long and stay strong? While the longevity market is flooded with promises of eternal youth in capsule form, one expert maintains that there’s a holy trinity of supplements that can help you age not just gracefully, but optimally. Commonly used to make wine, the muscadine grape is often referred to as a … Read more

Exclusive | Rich people are developing ‘longevity fixation syndrome’ — and paying $120K a week to treat it

Exclusive | Rich people are developing ‘longevity fixation syndrome’ — and paying 0K a week to treat it

Feeling 40 at 80, your body still bouncy, your risk of disease no higher, and your zest for life intact… the longevity dream has its appeal.  But for some of those spending the most on it, it’s become a nightmare.  Achieving the impossible has turned to an obsession — and in some cases, an illness, … Read more

Exclusive | How Ellen of Ellen’s Stardust Diner stays in shape and on stage at 84 (trips to Nordstrom help)

Exclusive | How Ellen of Ellen’s Stardust Diner stays in shape and on stage at 84 (trips to Nordstrom help)

She’s a local legend, and at 84, she’s only getting better. Ellen Hart, the larger-than-life owner of Broadway’s iconic Ellen’s Stardust Diner, has made maintaining her health and wellness a top priority in her golden years — though her motivations looked very different earlier on. “I was always interested in beauty and staying physically attractive, … Read more

Science or snake oil: I tested Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix

Science or snake oil: I tested Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix

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. Who doesn’t want to shed a few years? I’m still in my twenties and feel healthy enough to survive the hustle and bustle of New York City. But, this idea … Read more

Gen Z is redefining fitness discipline, focusing on longevity

Gen Z is redefining fitness discipline, focusing on longevity

When the curtain fell on Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, her international support act Sabrina Carpenter could have been forgiven for stepping off the road trip treadmill and putting her dancing feet up. But like most Zoomers – or Generation Z – Carpenter has kept the momentum going and stayed performance fit and ready. Fuelling it? … Read more

Exclusive | Is the longevity movement promising too much? I’ve reported on cutting-edge innovation for decades — here’s what actually works

Exclusive | Is the longevity movement promising too much? I’ve reported on cutting-edge innovation for decades — here’s what actually works

“Have you told her about the erection tracking?” echoed the voice of Bryan Johnson’s right-hand woman (and, it turns out, now girlfriend), from the bathroom adjacent to his spare-bedroom-turned-in-house-clinic. It was 2023, I was making a documentary film about breakthroughs in longevity, and amid a program filled with biotech labs, experiments on me and the … Read more

These are the best — and worst — types of exercise to lower your risk of early death: study

These are the best — and worst — types of exercise to lower your risk of early death: study

All exercise is good exercise — but certain kinds may help you live longer than others. The widely accepted belief that movement is medicine is true for so many reasons, from improving your mental health to decreasing your risk of an early death. But new research shows that some types of exercise may be better … Read more

Doing this between age 45 and 64 can lower your risk of dementia by 45%

Doing this between age 45 and 64 can lower your risk of dementia by 45%

It’s never too late to start. With dementia cases expected to increase over the next 25 years, new research has found a way to significantly lower the risk of the degenerative disease. All it takes is one habit that has proven benefits at any age, and especially if you’re in mid- to late-life. One activity … Read more

I gave lots of blood for 6 longevity tests — here’s how long I can expect to live

I gave lots of blood for 6 longevity tests — here’s how long I can expect to live

When I signed up to try a bunch of health and aging tests for The Post, I knew there would be blood. I just didn’t realize how much blood I’d have to surrender. I’ve undergone several fertility treatments over the years, so I’m used to constant blood draws. But that’s usually one or two vials … Read more

Inside Tribeca’s ‘dental longevity’ clinic, where your mouth holds the secret to a long, healthy life — and massages sweeten the deal

Inside Tribeca’s ‘dental longevity’ clinic, where your mouth holds the secret to a long, healthy life — and massages sweeten the deal

Dr. Jonathan B. Levine is the first to admit that expectations aren’t particularly high when people visit the dentist. “This profession not only needs reinvention, it needs rebranding,” he told The Post. “I say to you, ‘a dentist’ — what do you think about? Needles, pain? Not great experiences.” The problem is, regular dental visits … Read more

Women who get pregnant in this window are more likely to live longer: new study

Women who get pregnant in this window are more likely to live longer: new study

Oh baby. Pregnancy can come with a lot of ups — a brand new bundle of joy — and downs, like complications and even the possibility of premature birth. But there is one upside to women who get pregnant at certain ages, and it could not only add years to their lives but also improve … Read more

These 2 nighttime behaviors could add 4 years to your life — and save you $287 a year

These 2 nighttime behaviors could add 4 years to your life — and save you 7 a year

Good news, slackers — science suggests that you can snooze your way to a longer life. We know that sleep is crucial for repairing the body and brain, boosting immunity, regulating mood and balancing appetite hormones, among other essential functions. Now, researchers from the global insurance provider Vitality and the London School of Economics and … Read more

Exclusive | The 6 coolest health and wellness gadgets we saw at CES, from a ‘longevity mirror’ to an instant allergen tester

Exclusive | The 6 coolest health and wellness gadgets we saw at CES, from a ‘longevity mirror’ to an instant allergen tester

The future is alive in Las Vegas. The world’s biggest annual tech trade show took over Sin City this week, with innovators from around the globe debuting groundbreaking gadgets set to shape the years ahead. The Post got a front-row seat, scouring thousands of booths at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to find the most … Read more

I’m a doctor — 5 major lessons we can learn from people who live past 100

I’m a doctor — 5 major lessons we can learn from people who live past 100

It’s the age-old question: How do you live to 100 years old? An estimated 101,000 Americans are centenarians, representing just 0.03% of the US population. There’s much we can learn from the triple-digit crew, since lifestyle choices are the primary drivers of longevity. Studies suggest that genetic factors account for 30% to 40% of the … Read more

Dance your way to better health? Busting a move can protect you against these 4 diseases

Dance your way to better health? Busting a move can protect you against these 4 diseases

Bust a move. Whether you tear up the dance floor or have moves like Elaine from “Seinfeld”, dancing can bring about more than just joy. New research shows the social activity can even protect against four diseases, one of which the number of cases is predicted to skyrocket in the coming years. Dancing has been … Read more

These groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drugs slow brain decline by treating the actual cause of dementia

These groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drugs slow brain decline by treating the actual cause of dementia

With over 7 million people over 65 dealing with the degenerative disease — and the number expected to almost double by 2050 — Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia. But two new groundbreaking drugs could pull the reins on the memory impairment and overall brain decline associated with the disease. While there’s no … Read more