Got the travel bug this summer? Just make sure you don’t pick up any other bugs when you hit the road. No matter where I go on vacation, I’ve always taken a fully-stocked mini medicine bag with the obvious essentials: painkillers, antacids, Band-aids, Lactaid and a little something for nausea. But that medicine bag has grown … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Have a gut feeling something is off? You’re not alone. While the idea of hosting parasites may be unnerving, the reality is that microscopic invaders are more common than many realize. There’s a common … Read more
Afraid of getting rusty? New research suggests increasing your dietary intake of a certain metal could give your brain a serious boost and might even help fend off cognitive decline as you age. But beware — too much can turn toxic. Luckily, Hebei Medical University think they’ve found the sweet spot. Cognitive function is one … Read more
It seems that Instagram nowadays is flooded with ripped physiques and TikTok is full of “What I eat in a day” videos. As a result, the impact of fitness influencers on Aussies’ eating habits and body image has never been stronger. Recent research from The Butterfly Foundation revealed that 59 percent of Australians say diet and fitness … 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. My bowels and I have been on a journey. There are few things more humbling than standing in line at Duane Reade with a Fleet enema in your hand, (at … Read more
Surviving the summer heat is all about hydration, hydration, hydration. Water will usually do the trick – but some “hydration multipliers,” or electrolyte supplements, are gaining in popularity for boosting hydration in just one drink. These drink mixes offer a blend of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium to enhance water absorption. But are these boosters … Read more
The internet is buzzing about the benefits of the so-called “cortisol mocktail,” with fans claiming the viral tonic can reduce the stress hormone and bring the body into balance. And folks, we can use it — 73% of Americans say that stress has an impact on their quality of life, and nearly half of us admit to … Read more
Tumer-sick. Looking for relief for joint pain and after hearing social media influencers tout the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric, a New Jersey woman began taking the spice in a daily supplement. Weeks later, Katie Mohan was beset with symptoms of nausea and exhaustion, and despite maintaining healthy hydration levels, she noticed her urine was considerably … Read more
Actress Keke Palmer is opening her purse and spilling her supplement secrets. In addition to housing SPF, a swath of $2 bills, freeze-dried miso soup, and contact lenses “because all the baddies are blind,” Palmer’s purse is stocked with supplements. “When I turned 30, my knees started cracking, my hips started locking. I was popping … Read more
An eight-year-old boy has regained his ability to walk with the aid of a compound found in a common over-the-counter supplement. The boy’s case was detailed in the journal Nature. The unnamed child was an active athlete until the summer of 2023, when he began to struggle with mobility. Within months, his symptoms progressed to the … 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. The mysterious smurf-blue supplement that is suddenly the talk of the town in the wellness world has found a new home… in your Amazon cart. Marked down to just $24 … 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. As a shopping writer, Amazon Prime Day is basically my Super Bowl. But this year, it feels like a breeze — and that’s because of Tru Niagen. The four-day shopping … Read more
Researchers are over the moon about a special form of vitamin D for autism. Studies indicate that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) tend to have lower levels of vitamin D compared to their peers — the so-called “sunshine vitamin” is crucial for fetal brain development. Unfortunately, research exploring the effects of traditional vitamin D … Read more
The latest health fad has fans seeing green. A liquid supplement is going viral, with wellness influencers claiming it can do everything from clear up skin and curb cravings to combat body odor and even crush cancer. But while the internet is busy guzzling it by the dropper, many experts aren’t convinced it’s the cure-all … 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
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
It might be a man’s world, but women are losing their locks too. Now there’s a sweet way to fight back: Telehealth company Hims & Hers just launched the first-ever clinically proven prescription hair growth gummy made specifically for women battling chronic hair loss, and they promise they’ve got the FDA to back up what’s … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Thinning hair, plummeting energy, and a dwindling sex drive. It’s not exactly the future most men imagine for themselves, but for many, it becomes their reality. Society often submits to the idea that aging … Read more
WASHINGTON — Health officials want you to think twice before buying one of those brightly colored little bottles often sold at gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops. Sometimes called “gas station heroin,” the products are usually marketed as energy shots or cognitive supplements but actually contain tianeptine, an unapproved drug that can be addictive … Read more
Biohackers, take note. A new study suggests that a supplement popular in longevity circles may not be the anti-aging breakthrough it’s been cracked up to be. The findings cast doubt on earlier research that hyped it as a potential “elixir of life,” after it appeared to improve health and extend lifespan in worms, mice and … Read more