About 5 to 10% of breast cancer cases are linked to inherited gene mutations, which is why doctors recommend all women complete a risk assessment by age 25 to determine if they should get further genetic testing for cancer-linked BRCA mutations. But women who got their genetic test results a while ago — before 2013 … Read more
This exercise is about more than arm candy. A buff pair of biceps isn’t just a looksmaxxer must-have — upper-body strength can also clue you in to how well you’ll age. And you don’t need to put on a big performance at your local gym or a high-end longevity center to test yours: Bruno Pontes, … Read more
Time for a heart-to-heart. When we think of cardiovascular disease, we might associate conditions like irregular heartbeat or heart failure with plaque buildup in the heart’s arteries. It’s also widely known now that women and men experience different heart attack symptoms. However, an overlooked condition — especially in women — can raise the risk of … Read more
A guy enjoying a perk simply won’t fly. Sacrificing a first-class seat on a flight is now an enlightening litmus test for romantic relationships, revealing whether a fella is chivalrous or selfish, warns an insistent influencer. “A real man is going to switch seats with you,” said Madeline McAdam, a NYC-based content creator, arguing that gallant … 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. Bryan Johnson has a new enemy in his quest to beat aging. The famous biohacker revealed that he discovered mold in his home gym in a viral TikTok posted to … Read more
A clue about your risk for dementia may be in the palm of your hand. More than 10 million people around the world are diagnosed with dementia each year, with early-onset dementia striking people in their 50s and 60s. But a quick and simple screening tool may give people a better idea of the state of … Read more
A clue about your risk for dementia may be in the palm of your hand. More than 10 million people around the world are diagnosed with dementia each year, with early-onset dementia striking people in their 50s and 60s. But a quick and simple screening tool may give people a better idea of the state of … Read more
On Thursday, a pair of jeans was thrown on my desk like a floppy fish at a sushi market. What appeared to be a basic, dark-wash pair was a recreation of Marilyn Monroe’s iconic denim from the 1961 movie “The Misfits,” rebuilt by designer Vivian Rivetti for Lee Jeans with a tiny bit more stretch … Read more
Gym haters, rejoice — the workout of the future may not require breaking a sweat. Biotech company Enveda announced this week that its experimental drug, designed to curb appetite and mimic some of the body’s effects of physical activity, delivered encouraging results in its first clinical trial. “ENV-308 is our attempt to put the chemistry … Read more
Olivia Rodrigo is about to put one Southern California park through the ultimate stress test. A staggering 45,000 people are expected to descend on Irvine’s Great Park at the end of this month for the pop princess’ inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival — more than quadruple the crowd the park’s usual concert venue is built … Read more
Your parents’ health may hang in the balance. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for adults over 65, with about 14 million falling each year. For those caring for aging parents and worried about their risk of falling, knowing what signs to look for can make all the difference — and … 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 health and wellness writer, I’ve tried (and done) just about everything. Bryan Johnson’s Longevity Mix. A parasite cleanse. Jennifer Aniston’s viral workout. I’m no stranger to the less-conventional … Read more
Seniors, listen up. A new study suggests that how well you perform on a simple balance test could offer clues about how well you’re aging — and even your chances of making it through the next seven years. Researchers found that older adults who performed best on the free, at-home assessment were about half as … Read more
Colonoscopies are the top-recommended screening for colorectal cancer, which is is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in men and women. In adults aged 50-64, rates are climbing. Yet some people avoid their screenings due to fear, inconvenience or discomfort — and not even from the rectal camera. (The pre-procedure laxative solution meant … Read more
As more Americans prioritize staying mobile and independent as they age, experts are pointing to a surprisingly simple measure of health. The number of times a person can rise from a chair in 30 seconds can be an indicator of lower-body strength, which is closely linked to mobility, functional fitness and healthy aging. Interest in the test … Read more
The wait may finally be over for millions of women. A new test which uses a saliva sample may make detecting a serious reproductive condition a much easier and less invasive process. The technique could also provide results faster, meaning earlier diagnosis as well as better treatment and care. A saliva test could be a … Read more
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday. That information could be reassuring or terrifying, but for now it’s a potential tool to speed drug development by helping to identify and enroll high-risk people into studies of possible Alzheimer’s treatments or … Read more
A quick cry could one day save your life. Brazilian researchers have developed a tiny sensor that can detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease in human tears — a method they say is faster, cheaper and far less invasive than the blood tests currently used to measure dopamine levels. Dopamine tends to drop in Parkinson’s … Read more
A new health platform hopes to make women’s health easier to navigate — and cut down on the years it can take to get a diagnosis. “Women just keep telling us, I want answers, and I want to know what to do next. And right now, they just feel like their care is fragmented,” Xella … Read more
It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it! The California Post tried the acclaimed cheeseburger at Amboy, ranked ninth in the World’s 101 Best Burgers and the only Los Angeles-based restaurant to crack the prestigious Top 10. Five other LA burgers did, however, make the list of 101. Jason Durrant bites into The … Read more