wellness

How to avoid the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite that is wreaking intestinal havoc across the US

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How to avoid the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite that is wreaking intestinal havoc across the US

The fast-moving stomach parasite Cyclospora is rapidly spreading across the country, sickening thousands of Americans across more than 30 states. The parasite causes an intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis, which commonly triggers watery or explosive diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach cramps or pain, bloating, and increased gas, to name a few. Of the 31 … Read more

Forget meditating — this sexologist wants you to practice ‘mindful masturbation’

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Forget meditating — this sexologist wants you to practice ‘mindful masturbation’

Put some “me time” on your weekly schedule. While meditation has plenty of benefits, sitting still isn’t the only way to reduce anxiety and improve overall health. Rather, getting busy between the sheets on your own can have similar perks, according to one expert. Solo time between the sheets can have many of the same … Read more

The star-shaped superfood you’ve never heard of — it’s packed with protein and omega-3s

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The star-shaped superfood you’ve never heard of — it’s packed with protein and omega-3s

This Peruvian seed may be your next favorite superfood. Sacha inchi, also known as mountain peanut, sacha peanut or Inca nut, comes from an adorable star-shaped fruit that grows in the Amazon rainforest. Today, you can find the seeds whole, in protein powders, seed butter and oil. There are also hair and skin care creams … Read more

Exclusive | Inside the word-of-mouth wellness club Manhattan moms are flocking to — with their daughters

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Exclusive | Inside the word-of-mouth wellness club Manhattan moms are flocking to — with their daughters

It’s the pink mommy club of the Upper East Side. But only the well-connected seem to know it’s there.  The Pearl — part fitness studio, part social club, part multigenerational event space for personal development programming and bachelorette parties alike — sits in a building like any other on a street like any other on … Read more

Exclusive | I spent 3 days with America’s biohackers — the secrets they swear weren’t what I expected

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Exclusive | I spent 3 days with America’s biohackers — the secrets they swear weren’t what I expected

I was a sick kid — I’m talking genuinely, chronically ill. Mysterious symptoms kept me home from school and bouncing between specialists who spent most of my childhood trying — and failing — to figure out what was wrong. My mother, a lifelong fan of all things woo-woo, did what any desperate parent does: She … Read more

The ‘mild’ bedtime mistake that can make you gain weight: study

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The ‘mild’ bedtime mistake that can make you gain weight: study

There really is an easy trick to curbing weight gain and reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. All it requires is getting to bed on time. New research shows that losing even just a bit of sleep over time can mean putting on a pound of weight in six weeks. At … Read more

Why ‘high-performers’ get sick as soon as they go on vacation — and how to prevent it

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Why ‘high-performers’ get sick as soon as they go on vacation — and how to prevent it

The out-of-office message is on and the laptop is shut. The long-awaited vacation has finally begun. Then comes the sore throat, the stuffy nose and the pounding headache. The cruel irony? After weeks of pushing through deadlines and nonstop responsibilities, some high achievers find that the moment they finally slow down is when they start … Read more

Do you need ‘personalized sunlight’? New device boosts vitamin D —without going outside

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Do you need ‘personalized sunlight’? New device boosts vitamin D —without going outside

Too many people are earning an F on their vitamin D. A study published in Nutrition Research found that 41.6% of American adults are deficient in it, and that number climbs even higher for certain groups — 82.1% for Black people, 69.2% for Hispanics. Vitamin D is essential for your body to function, and not … Read more

2 marketing tricks that make supplements seem safer than they are

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2 marketing tricks that make supplements seem safer than they are

Stroll down the supplement aisle and you’ll find no shortage of labels, badges and buzzwords meant to put your mind at ease. Don’t be fooled. The US supplement industry is about as close to the Wild West as you can get.  The Food and Drug Administration estimates there are more than 100,000 vitamins, minerals, herbs, botanicals, … Read more

Partners of 33 years say ‘I do’ in hospice after bride’s heartbreaking terminal cancer diagnosis

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Partners of 33 years say ‘I do’ in hospice after bride’s heartbreaking terminal cancer diagnosis

A terminally ill bride married her partner of 33 years in her hospice bed – after years of putting off tying the knot. Heartbreaking pictures show newlywed couple Karen and Stephen Glossop beaming with happiness moments after saying their vows during an emotional service. The couple was joined by their four children, Kym, Luke, Rebecca … Read more

Inside the NYC wellness clinic rewarding healthy habits with perks like Botox and facials

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Inside the NYC wellness clinic rewarding healthy habits with perks like Botox and facials

Little kids get a lollipop for going to the doctor — shouldn’t grown-ups also get a little treat for staying on top of their health? That’s the concept behind a new health platform and clinic launching in New York City this month: Get the tedious checkups done, stay active and eat healthy — and get … Read more

Famous scientist says aging can be ‘treated’ — David Sinclair’s supplements and 2026 protocol

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Famous scientist says aging can be ‘treated’ — David Sinclair’s supplements and 2026 protocol

New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Could aging be optional? According to renowned biological aging expert and award-winning author David Sinclair, it might be possible to “treat” aging. “I believe that aging is a disease,” Sinclair writes in his best-selling … Read more

North West’s edgy piercings put her at risk for scarring and disfigurement, doctor warns

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North West’s edgy piercings put her at risk for scarring and disfigurement, doctor warns

Kim Kardashian has been vocal about letting daughter North West “express herself” through boundary-pushing clothes, colorful hair and experimental makeup — but the 13-year-old’s latest mode of self-expression could come with some serious and irreversible risks. Last September, North, then 12, debuted a dermal piercing on her middle finger. It was the first of many: … Read more

Exclusive | Meet the pet owners spending thousands of dollars on doggy wellness — from $800 red light therapy to $750 PEMF beds

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Exclusive | Meet the pet owners spending thousands of dollars on doggy wellness — from 0 red light therapy to 0 PEMF beds

Life isn’t so ruff for Lilo — at least, not anymore. Three years ago, Luce Clark and her partner were traveling through the Indonesian jungle when they spotted a small white pup tumbling through the brush along a busy stretch of road. After being unable to find the family he belonged to, they took him … Read more

The disorder that makes people feel sadder in the summer

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The disorder that makes people feel sadder in the summer

A right ray of sunshine? Meh. While most people find warm, sunny weather a welcome relief after brutal arctic winters with record-breaking blizzards, not everyone looks forward to those clear-sky, 80-degree days. In fact, some people are pretty miserable in the summer — tired, touchy and impatiently waiting for cooler temps and shorter days to … Read more

Ancient longevity drink can lower your cholesterol — consume enough and it reduce risk of dying by 16%

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Ancient longevity drink can lower your cholesterol — consume enough and it reduce risk of dying by 16%

Drink up for better health. What we eat plays a clear role in lowering cholesterol, with nutrient-rich foods like oatmeal, brown rice, high-fiber vegetables, fatty fish and seeds helping out. Beverages help too, as one drink that’s been around for centuries — and is still popular today — not only lowers bad cholesterol, but can … Read more

Exclusive | Luann de Lesseps’ favorite NYC wellness spots — including where she has ‘Frozen Forehead’ parties with her co-stars

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Exclusive | Luann de Lesseps’ favorite NYC wellness spots — including where she has ‘Frozen Forehead’ parties with her co-stars

The only thing Countess Luann de Lesseps does better than bring the drama is find the best spots to escape from it.  The “RHONY” star, 61, shared an exclusive look into where she takes a healthy bite out of the Big Apple, from her favorite spas to her go-to gyms. “Wellness is such a crucial … Read more

Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals he has incurable disease: ‘My stomach is eating itself’

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Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals he has incurable disease: ‘My stomach is eating itself’

The man who wants to live forever may have hit a speed bump. A fan of telling all about his longevity journey, biohacker Bryan Johnson recently shared on social media that he has an incurable autoimmune disease where his “stomach is eating itself.” And true to his biohacking ways, the 48-year-old wrote that he would … Read more

Nurse reveals simple technique that reduces pain, promotes wound healing — and even improves quality of life in cancer patients

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Nurse reveals simple technique that reduces pain, promotes wound healing — and even improves quality of life in cancer patients

Caitlyn Ecock used to feel like just another cog in the machine. Inside the cardiac procedures unit at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, the 28-year-old had grown accustomed to darting between patients, checking vitals, prepping them for surgery and keeping the department moving amid a constant flow of activity. But somewhere in the middle of the chaos, … Read more

Exclusive | I have no AC in the NYC heatwave — 3 tools that are keeping me cool while I sleep

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Exclusive | I have no AC in the NYC heatwave — 3 tools that are keeping me cool while I sleep

Fireworks won’t be the only thing keeping people awake this Fourth of July weekend. As temperatures across the Big Apple soar into the triple digits, a staggering 850,000 New Yorkers are expected to sweat through America’s 250th birthday without air conditioning — and this Postie is one of them. To be fair, I’m a terrible … Read more