Take a chill pill — literally. A new study from the University of Pennsylvania found that taking an omega-3 supplement can reduce aggressive behavior. Omega-3 supplements typically come in the form of fish oil pills. The study, published in the journal Aggression and Violent Behavior, found that among the 3,918 participants, taking an omega-3 supplement … Read more
Cycle syncing is beneficial, period. It has been suggested that women who align their nutrition and fitness habits with their menstrual cycles optimize their health. Dr. Hoosna Haque, an OB-GYN at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, speaking to Health Matters, explains, “Although cycle syncing has not been formally studied, it makes sense that paying attention … Read more
Time to scale back? Steady use of fish oil supplements might increase the risk of developing heart disease or having a stroke for the first time — but it also might slow the progression of existing cardiovascular health problems and lower the risk of death, a new UK study finds. Regular use of fish oil … Read more
Beauty is only skin deep — but there’s no harm in learning how to keep your skin healthy as you age gracefully. Board-certified holistic nutritionist Jennifer Hanway is sharing the three nutrients for firm-looking skin that she recommends for people 30 and older. Certain supplements can help you age more gracefully, according to a holistic … Read more
Turns out, vegan and vegetarian diets are un-beet-able when it comes to lowering the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer, new research has found. Dr. Angelo Capodici, of the University of Bologna in Italy, and his colleagues reviewed 48 papers published between January 2000 and June 2023 that investigated the link between plant-based diets, cardiovascular … Read more
Try these five if you want to stay alive — longer. NYC board-certified dermatologist Charles Puza is sharing five “doctor hacks” to “stay healthy for as long as possible.” He advises wearing compression socks, avoiding over-the-counter sleep aids, sprinkling anti-fungal powder in shoes, increasing protein intake, and taking fish oil and vitamin D supplements. Puza, who … Read more
Is it time to rethink zinc? New research has found that taking zinc may help shorten the length of a person’s cold by about two days — but the evidence isn’t definitive and it may not be worth the side effects. A healthy diet can easily provide enough zinc, which is found in foods such … Read more
Forget coffee, there’s a new supplement to give you a boost when you’re tired. A large dose of the supplement creatine might provide a cognitive boost to people who are sleep deprived, according to a recent study. The researchers, who published their work in Scientific Reports, hope that the information could be used to help … Read more
Getting older can be a tough pill to swallow, but according to a longevity expert, the right supplements can ease the process. Supplements aren’t a cure-all, but when taken alongside a healthy diet, they can make a difference. Their role is to feed your body the nutrients you may not be getting from your food, … Read more
It was the lift she needed — or so she thought. Julia Pugachevsky, a senior health reporter for Insider, revealed that she started taking Cellucor C4 pre-workout powder after reaching a plateau in strength training. At first, she wrote in a Friday essay for Insider, she “felt ‘Popeye’-level strength, opting for 5lb-heavier dumbbells without hesitation. … Read more
Has the secret to stress-free living been here all along? In the never-ending quest to fend off feelings of exhaustion, one craze that’s taken the wellness world by storm has ancient roots — literally. Yes, we’re talking about adaptogens, the herbs, roots and plants that will allegedly help our bodies manage stress and restore balance … Read more
This budding Benjamin Button is spilling his secrets. A 61-year-old who brags that he has a biological age of just under 38 is revealing how he’s hacked the aging process. Dave Pascoe, who hails from Michigan, is a retired network security engineer and a “full-time biohacker” devoted to turning back his genetic clock. On his … Read more
Don’t wig out. Board-certified dermatologist Lindsey Zubritsky is revealing when you should be concerned about hair loss — basically, if you’re shedding 400 or more hairs a day. “It’s actually normal to be losing anywhere between 100 to 200 hairs every single day,” Zubritsky explained in a trending February TikTok that showed what the loss … Read more
She has a bone to pick with these products. Nutritionist Claire Sorlie is spilling the tea on the two “health foods” she believes are overrated — collagen powders and probiotic supplements — and four she finds underrated — bone broth, raspberries, sauerkraut, and Sleepytime tea. “Items your grocery list does & doesn’t need!” Sorlie captioned … Read more
Put down the pill bottle. Turns out, you can get too much of a good thing when it comes to certain vitamins and minerals. And the consequences can be way more serious than an upset stomach. “We definitely want people to be cautious with [fat-soluble vitamins] because they will just build up in the system, … Read more
Mixing powders or popping pills pre-workout might be pointless, says one diet expert. Although some supplements can give your body a boost, others are a complete waste of time, Rob Hobson, a UK-based registered sports dietitian and author of “The Detox Kitchen Bible,” told the Daily Mail. The experienced nutritionist explained that while it’s not … Read more
Getting stronger and recovering faster could be as simple as adding a few supplements to your daily diet. That’s according to Hayley Madigan, a UK-based personal trainer and former bodybuilder who says she swears by six supplements to keep her in top-notch shape, according to Business Insider. The svelte fitness fan, who specializes in women’s … Read more
Fishy fad or nutritious treasure trove? Experts aren’t sure about sea moss. Sea moss is the hottest wellness product beloved by A-listers and touted by TikTokers who consume heaping spoonfuls of the neon blue gelatinous goo while hawking its health benefits. Sold by upper-crust grocers like Erewhon, the algae is available dried, mixed into gummy … Read more
Emergency room visits from children accidentally eating melatonin have quadrupled in the last decade, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Melatonin is a hormone triggered by darkness that regulates the body’s natural sleep cycle or circadian rhythm. Supplements of the natural compound are commonly used as a sleep … Read more
4 supplements a day keep aging at bay. Despite conflicting advice about longevity — from well-rounded diets to centenarians’ best kept secrets, like drinking a daily glass of wine — one expert who has devoted his career to studying aging has revealed the supplements he swears by. In addition to following a plant-based diet á la Blue … Read more