Urolithin A has been called the “mitochondria makeover pill,” a powerful fuel to trigger cellular regeneration that makes people feel younger. Naturally, boasting such a claim may invite skepticism — but longevity influencers swear by it, making it one of the hot new trends in the booming anti-aging industry. So what can taking this buzzy … Read more
CHICAGO — I’m no Bryan Johnson, but I was feeling pretty confident when I strolled into the Northwestern Medicine Human Longevity Clinic in July. I’ve taken several aging tests over the past year to learn how my cells and systems are functioning. One pinpointed my biological age at 29 and another at 36, which is … Read more
Unexpected. That’s the first thought that springs to mind upon hearing that Estée Lauder has opened its first Skin Longevity Institute in the Americas in Pérez Zeledón, a wildly lush, remote patch of Costa Rica teeming with coffee farms. But then one learns that the Institute, centered around the brand’s age-defying Re-Nutriv skin-care collection, is … Read more
Can beans, corn and a sunset add years to your life? In this Costa Rican hotspot, the answer might be yes. Locals in the Nicoya Peninsula — one of the planet’s five original Blue Zones — regularly outlive the average American by a decade, fueled by generations-old dishes made from whole, natural ingredients. Now, as … Read more
An NAD+ drip that leaves you hot, achy and running to the toilet to vomit? That’s so 2024. NAD+ — a coenzyme in involved in things like energy production and DNA repair — has been the hot biohacking supplement for the past couple of years, with Jennifer Aniston, Kendall Jenner and Joe Rogan among its … Read more
It’s not every day you get called “grossly unremarkable” and breathe a sigh of relief. A week earlier, I’d been lying in an MRI machine, listening to it puff, clank and groan like a middle school band gone horribly wrong as it examined nearly every inch of my body. As a health reporter, I’ve written … Read more
Birthday cakes would need to come with fire extinguishers if these two world leaders have their way. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping were caught on a hot mike this week discussing scientific approaches to dramatically extending human life, renewing the age-old debate about the potential for people to live to 150. … Read more
Max Marchione is aging backwards — and he has the bloodwork to prove it. The Aussie native, 25, claims he managed to reverse his biological age from 35 to 20 when he was only 23, and he’s now founded a company that promises to deliver the same elite-level testing once reserved for billionaires — at … Read more
Serve, swing, live longer? Turns out, chasing a little yellow ball might just help you turn back the clock. Research suggests that those who play tennis regularly may add nearly 10 years to their lives — outperforming the longevity gains from badminton, cycling, swimming, jogging and even soccer. Tennis has a unique blend of physical … Read more
You won’t be bitter about this. A weird, warty vegetable is the latest darling of the wellness world, packed with antioxidants, nutrients and a bold flavor that’s not for the faint of heart. While it’s only just now catching on in the US, the gnarly green gourd has been a staple of Eastern medicine for … Read more
Life’s ruff enough without the added challenge of getting your pudgy pup or tubby tabby to slim down. America’s obesity crisis extends beyond humans — studies suggest that around 60% of dogs and cats nationwide are overweight. The consequences are far from fluffy. Those extra pounds can lead to serious health issues, sky-high vet bills … Read more
It’s time to beet the odds. The average American lives to around 78 years old. The multi-billion-dollar longevity industry is focused on developing therapies and drugs to help people breeze past this milestone with ease. You may not need fancy gadgets and pricey protocols to reach that goal. Dr. Michael Aziz, an NYC board-certified internist and … Read more
“The Rachel” may have sent countless women to the salon — but Jennifer Aniston’s abs are a truly timeless inspiration. So it’s no surprise that Dani Coleman — VP of Training at Pvolve and Jen’s own personal trainer — is “in awe” of the 56-year-old star’s core strength, and just generally blown away by what she … 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
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
What trendy wellness gadget is red, vibrating and costs as much as a luxury car? Meet the Ammortal Chamber, a “human optimization device” that looks like it was plucked straight from the Tron franchise. Makers of the high-tech pod say it can boost your physical, mental and emotional well-being in as little as 30 minutes … Read more
Granny got gains. With a century of life behind her, Mary Coroneos, of Norwalk, Connecticut, is still focused on what lies ahead. Coroneos recently celebrated her 100th birthday with a party at The Edge Fitness Club, where she works out multiple times a week — maintaining a routine that rivals those in their “prime.” “Trainers will say … Read more
At 68, Ellen Latham isn’t in great shape for her age — she’s in better shape than most people half her age. “I’m proud to say I maintain around 15% body fat and have strong, well-developed muscle throughout my body,” the Orangebody creator and co-founder told The Post. “But for me, it’s not just about … Read more
Intermittent fasting — which involves restricting when you eat, most commonly consuming food within an eight-hour window and fasting for the other 16 hours — is all the rage these days, with celeb fans including Jennifer Aniston, Chris Pratt and Kourtney Kardashian. But some emerging research points to benefits of fasting for an entire day … Read more
This supplement’s got spunk. Studies show that spermidine, a naturally occurring compound, can improve brain health, immunity, cardiovascular resilience and overall appearance. “Spermidine is the Swiss army knife of longevity,” Leslie Kenny, founder of Oxford Health Span and co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project, told The Post. And while natural sources of it include — … Read more