No amount of red light could save Dave Asprey from this one. While he’s now the poster boy for longevity, the founder of the biohacking movement wasn’t always the picture of health. In his younger days, Asprey was obese and struggled with brain fog, arthritis, and prediabetes. By age 26, his condition had declined so … Read more
Is your daily run fast-tracking your wrinkles? A NYC-based plastic surgeon has gone viral warning that overdoing the popular workout can speed up the aging process — from your joints all the way to your jawline. “Running feels great, that’s terrific, you get a high from it,” Dr. Gerald Imber said in a recent TikTok. … Read more
Your daily SPF just got backup in the battle against skin cancer. New research suggests a cheap, over-the-counter supplement may help protect against the disease — with benefits showing up in as little as a month. Better yet, scientists found the vitamin cuts the risk of recurrence by more than half in people who have … Read more
There always seems to be someone on TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram showing you a multistep skincare routine they swear by. They might use expensive products like snail mucin or red-light therapy masks that allegedly hydrate your skin or help reduce fine lines. Is any of it necessary? Does any of it work? “Social media is … 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. It’s not your imagination. Whether you’re scanning the shelves of your local Sephora for newness to add to your rotation or swinging by your favorite neighborhood facial bar for a … 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
A Los Angeles woman claims that a session with a celebrity aesthetician — whose clients have included Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Lopez — left her face “burned, scarred and irreparably damaged.” Victoria Nelson said in viral TikTok and Instagram posts that she had been seeing Sonya Dakar in her Beverly Hills clinic for … Read more
Whey overdone? Protein is a vital macronutrient made of long chains of amino acids, the building blocks of every cell in the body. It plays a key role in nearly all bodily structures and functions, including the growth and repair of muscles, bones, skin and hair. The Recommended Dietary Allowance is 0.8 grams of protein per … Read more
Sunbathing is tan-talizing — but it comes at a price. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US — and one of the most preventable. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds is the main cause of skin cancer, which kills at least two Americans per hour. As summer … Read more
It’s sweet. It’s sour. It’s fuzzy. And it might just be the most underrated superfood in your grocery cart. At just 48 calories a pop, this snack has been linked to everything from stronger immunity and glowing skin to deeper sleep and smoother, more reliable digestion. In fact, one gastroenterologist even “prescribes” two a day … Read more
They dropped — and then they drooped. Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs have become extremely popular for their ability to manage Type 2 diabetes symptoms and spur weight loss. A recent study found that about 4% of Americans took these meds last year. As GLP-1s have become widely used, there’s been a corresponding increase in … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Around six months postpartum, I lost my glow. Completely. My hair has started falling out in clumps, my skin broke out like I was sixteen again and my nails were so thin and brittle, … Read more
Mint to be? Fluoride in toothpaste has been shown to strengthen tooth enamel, making our chompers more resistant to acids from plaque and bacteria that cause tooth decay. Researchers from King’s College London say they have identified a substance that can protect against decay and repair early-stage damage better than fluoride. Brace yourself — it’s … Read more
Please don’t squeeze. That’s the warning from mom of three Lish Marie, who ended up in urgent care — and filling four different prescriptions — after simply popping a pimple on her face. But the spot in question sat in what dermatologists call the “triangle of death” — and her blemish blunder could have actually … Read more
A OK? Beta-carotene is a red-orange pigment found in many fruits and vegetables. The body converts it into vitamin A, which is vital for good vision, a strong immune system, glowing skin and cellular processes like reproduction and growth. Most healthy individuals get enough vitamin A from their diet, but those with certain medical conditions may … Read more
Let this sink in — a dangerous, salt-obsessed bacterium is wreaking havoc along the Gulf Coast. Several dozen cases of Vibrio vulnificus and nine deaths have been reported so far this year across Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina, Alabama and Mississippi. The rod-shaped bacterium lurks in warm, brackish waters — it can enter your body when … Read more
It’s a lot to digest. About 67,400 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, and nearly 52,000 will die from it, according to American Cancer Society estimates. The highly aggressive disease develops from abnormal cell growth within the pancreas, a vital organ that plays a crucial role in digestion and blood sugar regulation. … Read more
Is your 10-step skincare regimen all style and no substance? “I’m always a little surprised at how many people will invest in high-end treatments or complex routines, but skip the fundamentals,” Dr. Dendy Engelman, a board certified dermatologist at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, told The Post. Engelman often sees three glaring skincare slip-ups — including … Read more
It’s high summer and peak sunburn season in the Northern Hemisphere. Statistics show that one-third of adults will experience at least one sunburn this year, with white adults under 30 being the most susceptible. While liberal and vigilant SPF application is the primary way to avoid skin damage — and umbrellas are the latest trend … Read more
Here’s the real bee’s knees. Skincare companies might have you believing you need expensive serums and seven-step routines to maintain that youthful glow. But some experts say the real secret to a perfect complexion is hiding in your cupboard. Experts say the real secret to a perfect complexion is hiding in your cupboard. Jacob Lund … Read more