What doesn’t kill you just might make you age better. A geriatrician has revealed the one lifelong habit she says her older patients seem to share — and it’s not a special diet or expensive supplement. According to Dr. Stephanie Rogers, they all sidestep a particularly cozy condition. The healthiest older adults don’t avoid challenges … Read more
Half of Americans are looking to flip their approach to wellness on its head in 2026, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, split evenly by generation, looked at whether Americans are taking a simplified approach or leaning more toward “healthmaxxing” — and how this might be changing in 2026. The research … Read more
Keto, a diet that emphasizes cutting down carbs and sugar, has been used for some 50 years as a way for folks to lose weight fast. Significant weight loss could help prevent cancer. Recent research even showed keto might help treat it too, by starving existing cancer cells of the sugar they need. But now, … Read more
We don’t know Victoria’s secret, but we might’ve figured out Vini Jr.’s. People on social media have been pointing out that World Cup soccer players seem to be rocking some extra support underneath their jerseys — or out on their own. “Their matching sports bras are sooooo cute,” reads one TikTok caption. “This is peak … Read more
Just months after declaring pilates was “over,” Hailey Bieber is showing off the next fitness craze powering her peach. And experts say it can trick your muscles into working harder for a “crazy pump.” “I love Pilates, I really do,” she said in an April interview with TIME. “But I think it’s become a little … Read more
The “fauxzempic” era is well underway. Many brands are marketing alternatives to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, but certain foods may also boost the effects of the naturally occurring hormone responsible for reducing hunger and stabilizing blood sugar. A recent study found one diet that not only boosted GLP-1 but also increased longevity and reduced body fat. … Read more
Influencers have found their latest wellness obsession — and, once again, diabetics got there first. First, came GLP-1 drugs. Now, social media’s health gurus are borrowing another tool that’s been helping people with diabetes for decades, convinced it can unlock the secrets to eating better, training smarter and living longer. Healthy influencers are embracing a … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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