What are prebiotics? Experts explain benefits and best supplements for gut health

What are prebiotics? Experts explain benefits and best supplements for gut health

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Gut health seems to be the new hot debate in the health and wellness world, and prebiotics and probiotics are right at the center of the conversation. Despite the rising popularity of these supplements, many people are still … Read more

We asked experts if collagen supplements actually work — here’s the lowdown

We asked experts if collagen supplements actually work — here’s the lowdown

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Move over personalized supplements and multivitamins, ditch the protein powder, and wave bye-bye to your skincare routine. It’s time to run for the collagen. If you’ve spent time on social media in recent years, you’ve probably noticed more … Read more

I’m a cancer dietitian — this is my favorite food for lowering cancer risk

I’m a cancer dietitian — this is my favorite food for lowering cancer risk

Call it pear pressure. Nichole Andrews, a cancer dietitian based in Washington, is encouraging her 178,700 TikTok followers to embrace the bell-shaped fruit because it’s rich in fiber, antioxidants and nutrients and has been shown to help maintain blood sugar levels. Andrews went so far as to declare pears her “favorite food that reduces cancer … Read more

I’m a nutrition expert — 3 things you should eat to keep bones strong

I’m a nutrition expert — 3 things you should eat to keep bones strong

No bones about it. As our bodies age, our bones break down, raising our risk of osteoporosis — a condition that makes our skeletal scaffolding brittle and increases the likelihood of fractures. Broken bones are particularly disastrous for older adults, for whom fractures can mean long-term recovery, disability or even premature death. Strong bones are … Read more

12 supplements doctors recommend for optimal health

12 supplements doctors recommend for optimal health

The daily dozen? Supporting health and longevity can seem like a never-ending battle — now, doctors are sharing the 12 supplements you should take to try to live longer, feel better and sleep sounder. Vitamin D Vitamin D supports immune function and may reduce the risk of autoimmune diseases such as diabetes, asthma and rheumatoid … Read more

I’m a dietitian — here are 3 reasons why you’re struggling to lose weight

I’m a dietitian — here are 3 reasons why you’re struggling to lose weight

3 body problems? Courtney Kassis, a registered dietitian in the Philadelphia area, is sharing three common stumbling blocks in weight loss journeys. She highlights the need for timing eating, addressing nutrient deficiencies and prepping meals. “After working with thousands of clients over the past five years to successfully lose weight and maintain it long-term, I need … Read more

Millions of Americans take multivitamins to prevent disease — but here’s why they shouldn’t

Millions of Americans take multivitamins to prevent disease — but here’s why they shouldn’t

Chew on this — a new study finds that millions of Americans are taking multivitamins to prevent disease even though “there is little health rationale” for them. In fact, daily multivitamin use was associated with a 4% higher risk of death than nonuse, according to research published Wednesday in the journal JAMA Network Open. “Refocusing … Read more

‘Easy’ addition to your diet can help you live longer: new study

‘Easy’ addition to your diet can help you live longer: new study

Whole-y mackerel! Women who eat small fish whole — from the head to the bones — may face a lower risk of dying from cancer and other causes, a new study out of Japan finds. “Previous studies have revealed the protective effect of fish intake on health outcomes, including mortality risks. However, few studies have … Read more

How poor air quality can damage your skin — and 7 ways to protect it

How poor air quality can damage your skin — and 7 ways to protect it

They stole our thunder. New research from the global cosmetics company Clarins finds that Maine, New Hampshire and Nebraska have the best air quality for skin health, a rating that takes into account the number of good air quality days and exposure to fine-particle pollutants. New York placed ninth in the US, while Utah, California and … Read more

What makes Greek yogurt so nutritious — and how to choose the healthiest one

What makes Greek yogurt so nutritious — and how to choose the healthiest one

It’s the cream of the crop. Dietitians are sharing the health benefits of Greek yogurt and revealing how to select the most nutritious ones on the heels of a new report that says the global Greek yogurt market is expected to nearly double from $31.5 billion in 2023 to $60.4 billion in 2031. “Greek yogurt … Read more

I’m a dietitian — these are the healthiest milks on store shelves

I’m a dietitian — these are the healthiest milks on store shelves

Skim, coconut, cashew, almond, oat, soy — store shelves are rich with milk options these days. Now, an NYC-based registered dietitian is revealing the two types of milk that are legen-dairy for their health benefits — cow’s milk and soy milk. “Cow’s milk tops the list in terms of nutrition,” Natalie Rizzo, author of “Planted Performance,” … Read more

Dietitians reveal the healthiest seed you can eat: ‘Truly a super seed’

Dietitians reveal the healthiest seed you can eat: ‘Truly a super seed’

They’re squashing this longtime debate. Two NYC-based dietitians have declared pumpkin the healthiest seed, thanks to their zinc, iron, protein, and fiber content. “Pumpkin seeds are truly a super seed because they benefit the body in so many ways,” Samantha Cassetty and Natalie Rizzo wrote Thursday on Today.com. “Pumpkin seeds are truly a super seed … Read more

These diets are best for lowering risk of diseases and cancer: study

These diets are best for lowering risk of diseases and cancer: study

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

I’m a doctor — these 5 easy hacks can help you live longer

I’m a doctor — these 5 easy hacks can help you live longer

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

I’m a dietitian — here are 5 easy, hearty, cheap lunches to make for the office

I’m a dietitian — here are 5 easy, hearty, cheap lunches to make for the office

Talk about a packed lunch. A UK dietitian is sharing recipes for five simple, nutrient-loaded lunches to pack for the office — including one that’s very easy on the wallet. “Eating healthy on a budget is doable with some savvy shopping,” Lucy Jones, a dietitian and the chief clinical officer for the National Health Service … Read more

I’m a cardiologist — this is the best fruit to eat for a healthy heart

I’m a cardiologist — this is the best fruit to eat for a healthy heart

They like these fruits berry much. Fruits — and vegetables! — are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that can reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease, the leading cause of death in the US. The American Heart Association recommends consuming 4½ cups of fruit every day. Fruits “provide cardiovascular benefits such as a reduction … Read more

Popular fruit may help lower diabetes risk for women — but not for men: study

Popular fruit may help lower diabetes risk for women — but not for men: study

Well, this is guac-ward. Eating a small amount of avocado every day may lower a woman’s risk for Type 2 diabetes — but not for men who consume the green, creamy fruit, new research has found. “There are several potential mechanisms to explain the observed association between avocado consumption and diabetes prevalence in this study,” … Read more

I’m a longevity expert — I swear by these 5 supplements for aging

I’m a longevity expert — I swear by these 5 supplements for aging

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

I’m a dermatologist — here’s when you should be concerned about hair loss

I’m a dermatologist — here’s when you should be concerned about hair loss

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