Dave Asprey’s psychedelic journey spans continents and states of consciousness — from microdosing LSD in LA to sipping Ayahuasca with shamans in the mountains of Peru. The self-proclaimed “father of biohacking” has long touted the potential brain-boosting, trauma-releasing and even life-extending power of these mind-bending substances. But it’s not all bliss and breakthroughs. In his … Read more
University of Alabama senior and Zeta Tau Alpha member Kylan Darnell has announced she is taking a “step back” from recruitment and from posting about the sorority rush craze sweeping college campuses. Darnell, the reigning Miss Ohio Teen USA, has spent the past three years sharing an inside look at sorority life, becoming one of … Read more
Ten thousand steps per day has been widely recommended as the standard benchmark for physical activity — but a new study suggests that just 7,000 could be enough to boost essential health markers. Researchers from the University of Sydney conducted a review of 57 studies spanning more than 10 countries, which tracked participants’ steps and … Read more
It looks like Marvel’s first family has finally found its footing. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” clobbered the competition and leaped into the No. 1 spot on Friday — its second in theaters — with $11.7 million in earnings, according to The Numbers. The superhero flick, which cost a staggering $200 million, is the second … Read more
Strike a pose and… try not to eat pavement? TikTok is teetering on the edge thanks to the “Nicki Minaj Challenge,” a viral trend that’s got users strapping on stilettos and trying to defy gravity. Some pull it off. Others end up with ice packs and bruised egos. TikTokers are doing the “Nicki Minaj challenge,” … Read more
In the latest battle for box office supremacy, stumbling Superman didn’t stand a chance. Marvel Studios’ latest superhero flick, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” clobbered the box office competition on Friday, reporting first-day ticket sales of $57 million, according to The Numbers. The Pedro Pascal-helmed film marks the beginning of the next phase in the … Read more
For once, it might be time to step things down. If it feels impossible to make it to 10,000 steps a day — a guideline that comes not from science but a wildly successful 1960s marketing campaign in Japan, by the way — you’re in luck. New research — published Wednesday in The Lancet Public … Read more
movie review FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS Running time: 115 minutes. Rated PG-13 (action/violence and some language). In theaters July 25. Calling “Fantastic Four: First Steps” the best “Fantastic Four” movie so far is not exactly a quote I’d advise Disney to slap on the poster. Talk about grading on a curve. The last three pathetic … Read more
Want to stay strong in your golden years? It might be time to put some extra hustle in your shuffle. A new study from the University of Chicago suggests that walking just a little bit faster can dramatically improve physical function in older adults who are frail or at risk of becoming frail. That’s no … Read more
Princess Estelle of Sweden has taken on an unexpected role within the Swedish monarchy — despite being just 13 years old. The young royal, who is the first-born child of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, Duke of Västergötland, is the second in line to the throne and is expected to be queen one day. On … Read more
Americans love to say they’re too busy to break a sweat — but a viral fitness trend is blowing that excuse out of the water. Enter “Japanese walking,” a simple, science-backed exercise routine that promises serious gains in just 30 minutes. “All movement is medicine, but if you’re short on time or want to get … Read more
Every step counts when it comes to your health — but a new study suggests hitting a specific number every day could lower your risk of cancer. And no, it’s not 10,000. Turns out, that magic number we’ve all been chasing wasn’t discovered in a lab. It was actually dreamed up in the 1960s as … Read more
Mike Tirico stepped away from his role as NBC’s host for the Kentucky Derby due to an allergic reaction for a nut allergy. Ahmed Fareed filled in for Tirico — who was in his ninth year hosting the Derby for NBC — and revealed during a segment of the broadcast Saturday that Tirico has a … Read more
Chapped lips aren’t just for your mouth. When menopause hits, hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings usually steal the spotlight, but the midlife shift can also dry you out down there — and significantly affect your pelvic floor, a key player in everything from bladder control to sexual function. “A lot of women I’ve … Read more
It’s safe to say many of us could afford to spend a little less time glued to our phones and a lot more time moving our bodies. But getting our daily steps in is no easy task — which is why some people rely on gamified challenges to motivate themselves to go for a simple … Read more
Insomnia — the nightmare you can’t wake up from. Cutting down on caffeine, curbing alcohol intake, kicking a smoking habit and sticking to a regular workout routine are great first steps toward catching some much-needed z’s. But if you’re still tossing and turning, it might be time to try these six science-backed sleep tips from … Read more
People taking semaglutide drugs like Ozempic typically expect to lose excess weight — not hair. But that’s precisely what happened to Desiree Rodriguez, who has been sharing her journey on social media after her hair began falling out while on generic semaglutide. “My hair started shedding around 20 pounds into my weight loss,” Rodriguez told … Read more
A supplement-free night of slumber might be just around the corner. In recent years, products that contain melatonin — which promotes sleep by signaling that it’s nighttime — have increasingly grown in popularity. But not everyone knows that this healthy hormone occurs naturally in the brain — and there are ways to increase its production … Read more
Hermès Birkins may be costly — but they aren’t expensive. Or so says the luxury brand’s artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas. “The cost is the actual price of making an object properly with the required level of attention so that you have an object of quality,” Dumas said in a recent segment of CBS’ “60 Minutes.” “Expensive … Read more
It’s crunch time! Most people use the new year as motivation to kick-start their fitness goals. If it’s been a while since you stepped foot in a gym, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. As the exercise physiologist supervisor at the Sports Performance Center at the NYU Langone Orthopedics Center, I have four simple steps … Read more