Christina Rincon had been getting Botox for a decade when she came across horror stories about potential risks, including muscle atrophy and botulism. “It kind of freaked me out,” the 42-year-old told The Post. “I thought I should probably take a break for a while.” Looking for an alternative, she turned to Moon Rabbit Acupuncture … Read more
You are what you eat — and it could come back to haunt you. Colorectal cancer had long been considered a disease that primarily affects older adults, but cases in people under 55 have been steadily increasing since the ’90s. New research suggests that certain foods may be fueling this alarming rise in young women … Read more
It’s a vital destination. A gorgeous, intimate space that resembles a charming hotel rather than a stuffy medical clinic has become the go-to Manhattan spot for A-listers, power players and glow-getters alike. Nestled on the Upper East Side, the Georgia Louise Beauty Longevity Atelier is where beauty meets bioinnovation — think luxurious $715 facials and … Read more
Trying to conceive is not always, ahem, a straight shot. A diagnosis like polycystic ovary syndrome can throw even more curveballs into the mix, but there’s increasing hope for women attempting to have a baby with this medical condition. As Dr. Shaun C. Williams, MD, a reproductive endocrinologist at Illume Fertility, in Norwalk, Conn., described … Read more
Get it together, Dad! Delivering a baby before 37 weeks of pregnancy, also known as preterm birth, is a leading cause of infant mortality and lifelong health complications. Although premature birth is not entirely preventable, new research finds that the confidence and resilience exuded by the pregnant woman’s partner can play a key role in … Read more
You are getting very… chilly. One study suggests a surprising new method for treating one of the most uncomfortable signs of menopause — one that affects 85% of women. And its one that doesn’t involve any patches, pills or creams. Older women may be looking for alternative, nonhormonal treatments for hot flashes and night sweats. … Read more
It’s a follicle fiasco. Women are flooding social media with warnings about one of today’s trendiest drinks, sharing horror stories of sudden hair loss they say began after they started drinking it regularly. Could the viral “Gen Z green juice,” praised for its health benefits, really be sabotaging your strands? The Post asked two registered … Read more
It’s glow time in Chinatown. Under a slant of sunlight, Viveca Chow reclines, her hair bundled in a cotton towel — as esthetician Diana Wu works a smooth, curved tool over her pronounced cheekbones. This isn’t some cucumber-water-and-pan-flute facial. There are no plush robes or heated beds here at Diana Beauty Spa, tucked between noodle shops … Read more
You’ve heard of “Girl Dinner” – but what about “Girl Showers”? If you’re a woman, you probably know exactly what I’m talking about. And if you live with or shower with someone female, you’ve likely experienced this phenomenon too, both literally and metaphorically. But if you have no clue about what I mean, allow me … Read more
Diane Lane is getting real about what it was like being one of the only girls on set while filming “The Outsiders.” During a recent appearance on an Oct. 29 episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show,” the 60-year-old actress spoke about what it was like filming the 1983 movie alongside a mostly male cast, noting, “It … Read more
There are a couple pretty major anatomical differences between males and females — but who knew matters of our dental health were different, too? Last week, TikTokker Hannah (@not_hannah_06) went viral with an alarming video in which she proclaimed that most toothpastes are formulated for men’s mouths — but because women’s mouths are more acidic, … Read more
Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now? It’s the question on everyone’s lips, thanks to Chanté Joseph’s British Vogue article, where she digs into the fact than women are posting their partners on social media less than ever before. The article claims that we have gone from a culture obsessed with the boyfriend status symbol — with names in … Read more
For Emily Cipryk, the decision to spend nearly $16,000 worth of plastic surgery came easy — and early. At 28, the entrepreneurial influencer found herself looking in the mirror and having regrets about nearly a decade of failure to prioritize sleep — which she felt had left her looking tired and rundown. The fashionable Torontonian would regularly … Read more
Hot flashes bothering you? There’s a new pill for that. Starting as early as next month, there will be another option for the 85% of women dealing with the uncomfortable and unpredictable temperature changes that come with menopause. The first and only treatment was recently approved by the FDA — and it’s hormone-free. A new … Read more
Sorry, fellas. New research suggests that men may need to exercise twice as much as women to lower their chances of developing a major health threat that kills them more often. “This study provides strong evidence that a one-size-fits-all approach cannot and should not be used to guide physical activity recommendations for men and women,” … Read more
No, baby! There are plenty of things women are told not to do while pregnant — but a few of those old-school “rules” have been debunked. Want to take a bath? Exercise? Go for it. Other rules, though, exist for a reason — and one OB-GYN is warning women not to follow a TikToker’s lead … Read more
A social media influencer has taken to TikTok to expose a vile incident that occurred at her local gym. Hannah Trenches posted a video this week of herself reading a book on a treadmill at a public gym. Hannah was filming because she was intending to post a video about how many pages she could read in … Read more
It was a typical day at Rumble Boxing when a visibly shaken student pulled co-founder Noah Neiman aside with a chilling confession. She had recently been assaulted by her abusive boyfriend, who pinned her against a wall during a heated argument. But instead of freezing in that terrifying moment, her training kicked in. “She instinctively … Read more
Giddyup. “Lonesome Dove” — the nearly 1,000-page, Pulitzer Prize-winning Western novel first published in 1985 — is experiencing a resurgence thanks to Stephen King, TikTok and cowboys being in fashion. Larry McMurtry’s tale of retired Texas Rangers driving cattle into Montana has sold some 1.5 million copies in the 40 years since its publication. This … Read more
Women who use Depo-Provera face a higher risk of developing a slow-growing brain tumor, according to a new study that comes as the contraceptive’s maker, Pfizer, faces hundreds of lawsuits claiming that it was aware of the potential risks. Depo-Provera — the brand name for depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) — contains the synthetic progestin hormone, … Read more