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
Need an excuse to finally book that bucket-list vacation? Research suggests that traveling can be a boon for your brain, with some studies finding it may benefit dementia patients and even help fend off cognitive decline. That matters now more than ever. By 2060, 1 million Americans are expected to be diagnosed with the memory-robbing … Read more
A team of researchers at Harvard Medical School has identified a deficiency they believe could be the root cause of Alzheimer’s. Better yet, they believe a drug could prevent and reverse the crippling disease. Published in Nature, the findings are based on 10 years of research that includes lab mice and analysis of human brain … Read more
A three-year-old has been hospitalized twice after suffering through what his grandmother, Mandy Truman, described as a “freak accident.” The family, who live in Oklahoma, were enjoying an afternoon outside when the toddler tried to push a tricycle forward — and instead wound up with his hand caught in the chain, Truman told KOCO-TV. The … Read more
Sticks and stones can hurt — but the wrong words can blow up your marriage before you can spit out, “You’re overreacting.” The good news? There’s a four-word phrase that can supposedly stop a fight before it starts — or keep you from snapping at your sweetie. According to writer Rachel Bowie, the lifesaver that … Read more
As many travelers return from trips with souvenirs of their adventures, some also bring back an unwelcome case of jet lag. Jet lag is a sleep disorder caused by traveling across different time zones in both international and domestic travel. Flying can take a toll on the body, including dehydration, leg swelling, and jet lag in many … Read more
Herb your enthusiasm — your brain’s about to get a boost. For centuries, a trusty kitchen staple has been celebrated by ancient healers for its wide-ranging medicinal properties, including sharpening memory, concentration and overall cognitive function. Now, modern science is backing up that old-school wisdom, with research suggesting the powerful plant could even help fight … Read more
Oscar darling Lupita Nyong’o is stepping back into the spotlight — this time to highlight a condition so common yet so rarely discussed. In a raw, powerful Instagram post on July 15, the actress, 42, revealed a battle she’s been quietly fighting for over a decade. “In March 2014, I won an Academy Award,” she … Read more
Shave it for later. Tired of post-shave bumps, redness and those pesky ingrown hairs? TikTok dermatologist Dr. Samantha Ellis is spilling her secrets to banishing them — and it’s downright opposite to what you’d expect. TikTok dermatologist Dr. Samantha Ellis — whose viral clip boasts 342,000 likes — is spilling the tea, and it’s downright … Read more
Social media has a theory that pearl earrings repel men. Pearl jewelry often symbolizes beauty, class and sophistication. Now, for those exact views, single girls on TikTok are ditching the feminine pieces because they think wearing them is preventing them from meeting eligible bachelors. To justify why today’s generation of men don’t know how to … Read more
There are few odors more immediately recognizable and absolutely off-putting than “old people smell.” Eau du elderly is characterized by top notes of mothballs and wet cardboard coupled with basement, expired canned goods and dead leaves. Long thought to be an inevitable, olfactory consequence of aging, a longevity expert explained how the smell develops — … Read more
Fiber is having its 15 minutes of fame. This nutrient has always been key to a balanced diet, but the growing focus on gut health has pushed it into the spotlight — with one supplement in particular generating serious buzz. Enter psyllium husk, hailed by wellness influencers as “nature’s Ozempic” for its ability to support … Read more
Here’s to better hearing! Hearing loss is a common problem that affects about 15% of US adults, or roughly 40 million Americans. It can vary from mild to severe and stem from several different causes. Presbycusis is the gradual decline in hearing that occurs with age. Natural changes in the inner ear, middle ear and … Read more
A drug intended to treat menopause symptoms could double as breast cancer prevention. New research from Northwestern University in Illinois found that Duavee, a Pfizer-made drug, “significantly reduced” breast tissue cell growth, which is a major indicator of cancer progression. A phase 2 clinical trial included 141 post-menopausal women who had been diagnosed with ductal carcinoma … Read more
Can you eat your way to dreamy skin? Serena Poon, a certified nutritionist and longevity wellness advisor to stars like Sofia Vergara, Kerry Washington and Miranda Kerr, told The Post that chowing down on the right foods can lead to a serious glow up. So what, exactly, should you be incorporating into your diet to … Read more
Fins up, tins open, folks — “sardine girl summer” hath arrived. The fishy trend has TikTok on the hook with users posting clothes, accessories, home goods, and snack spreads that feature the humble, petite poisson. Soft and oily, sardines have been a culinary anchor for centuries in India, the Philippines, Tunisia, Portugal, Greece and Italy. … Read more
Fur real. Just when you thought dogs couldn’t get any better, a new study has found that having a canine companion as a kid can offer the ulti-mutt protection from an annoying skin condition. The same benefits did not extend to cat ownership. Just when you thought you couldn’t love Fido more. nuzza11 – stock.adobe.com … Read more
Don’t get it twisted. While spider and varicose veins are a source of aesthetic ire for many, there are key, and potentially life-threatening, differences between the two conditions. “The difference between varicose veins and spider veins has to do with the size of the veins and symptoms,” cardiologist Dr. Randy Gould of Manhattan Cardiology told … Read more
Alzheimer’s affects nearly 7 million Americans, a number that’s expected to spike to 13.9 million by 2060. Given the devastating effects of this incurable disease, the hunt is on for a drug that could help prevent or slow its progression. Now, a new study has found that nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) — a common class of … Read more
Sip happens — but you might be able to outdrink the consequences. A drinking strategy known as “zebra striping” is helping young partiers pace their pours on a night out — and maybe even dodge a hangover the next morning in the process. But does this trendy tipple tactic actually work? The Post spoke to … Read more