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A nutrition coach to elite athletes helps clients boost their longevity. He focuses on 3 key things.

A nutrition coach to Olympians says you don't need extreme measures to live longer. Instead, focus on building strength, fitness, and maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.


Being mentally resilient could be the key to living longer, study suggests

The Stoics believed it was the key to a happier life, but mental resilience may also be the secret to a longer one, scientists believe. The ability to persevere in the face of adversity, and keep a calm and philosophical outlook in trying times, halves the risk of dying in the next decade, according to researchers. Previously, resilience has been s...


These Are The ‘Immediate’ Benefits Of Stopping Drinking

Some benefits set in as quickly as an hour after stopping.


I'm in the best shape of my life at 44 - these are my 7 daily habits

Personal trainer, nutritionist and wellness coach Rachael Sacerdoti shares how she stays feeling her best, even when motivation slips


Middle-aged Americans are leaving work for months, years to see the world — but are they putting their retirements at risk? How to take a ‘golden gap year’ without killing your finances

Need extended travel and self-discovery? Read this before you book a one-way ticket.


Forget BMI—Here's Why You Should Focus on “Metabolic Health”

Maintaining overall wellness and preventing chronic disease is about much more than weight loss.


Tingling in your fingers isn't uncommon – but here's when you should see a doctor

It's possible that tingling, numbness and burning sensations in your fingers may indicate an underlying illness.


Is your blood pressure slightly high? Here’s what doctors want you to know

Is your blood pressure slightly high? Here’s what doctors want you to know - The higher your blood pressure is, the more often you need to have it checked


When is the best time to wake up? The ideal waking time, according to experts

What is the best time to wake up in the morning? Here's how to find your ideal waking time and wake up earlier, according to sleep experts.


Not money, not fame: An 85-year-long study shows what makes us happiest

The Harvard Study of Adult Development one of the most comprehensive longitudinal studies ever conducted, has sought to answer a fundamental question that resonates with each of us: What makes a good life? When asked what they think would make them happiest, most people answered money or fame. This didn’t turn out to be the case. People who are hap...


Healthier, happier, fairer: New research shows major life benefits from decarbonizing transport

With walking and cycling funding halved in the government's recently released National Land Transport Programme, and a weaker transport emissions reduction plan, the potential health benefits of a low-carbon transport system have hit a real speed bump.


Here’s How Many Years Retirees Should Be Financially Prepared To Live, According To New Data

Retirement planning is one of the most important -- and potentially most daunting -- things you'll do. But even if you start preparing early in life, you might not be quite as ready for the true cost...


Your Skin Is A Superhero: How To Support Your Body’s Biggest Organ

You might be overlooking your body’s largest and most visible organ: the skin. Far from simply looking pretty, the skin plays a crucial role in protecting your body from harmful organisms and regulating body temperature.


A man lost 100 pounds by ditching restrictive diets that left him miserable. He shared 2 key lessons he learned about fat loss.

While losing 100 pounds sustainably, Benji Xavier learned to set himself small, achievable goals and not worry about "cheat meals."


4 things nobody tells you about the first 6 months of retirement — and what changes you can make so you can enjoy your ‘new normal’

57% of Americans said their retirement will include working.


All about magnesium: why it is so important, foods that contain it, and what happens if we lack it, is it convenient to supplement?

There are few compounds that are as relevant to our health. The mineral is present in green leafy vegetables, nuts, cocoa, and seafood. In the field of health and well-being, there is a lot of misinformation, dogmas, and different trends. It is difficult to find absolute truths, especially when it comes to supplements. Not so with magnesium, essential for practically any expert you ask or any reference book on the subject. At ZEN, we have...


What is type 1.5 diabetes? It's a bit like type 1 and a bit like type 2—but it's often misdiagnosed

While you're likely familiar with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, you've probably heard less about type 1.5 diabetes.


'Nappucino' trend: Caffeine before a nap could be key to better sleep

A "napuccino" is the method of drinking a caffeinated beverage before taking a nap to wake up extra-energized. Sleep expert Kelly Baron and nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein discussed its effectiveness.


5 supplements to boost your immune system before winter arrives

Worried about the colder days affecting your health? Consider one of these immune boosting supplements


New study provides insight to why COVID vaccines hit some harder than others

When you got the SARS-CoV2 vaccine to protect against COVID-19, you may have experienced severe side effects. Or maybe you didn't.


The 8 Best Ways To Navigate A C-Section Recovery, According To A Board-Certified OBGYN

Before my sister announced she was pregnant again, I kept thinking about the process of giving birth and recovery. It seemed like it was such an odd thing to fixate on given my strong stance on waiting to TTC (try to conceive) until my son turns 5, but I guess I could sense someone close to me was expecting. That's not even the part that freaked me out though. When my sister shared she's having a C-Section, I couldn't help but research recovery tips for this major procedure — I wanted to know how to help her heal. And I wanted other moms to know what they can do to help themselves, too! I reached out to Dr. Jillian LoPiano, OBGYN and Chief Health Officer at Wisp, to understand everything you need to know about C-Sections and how to recover from one!


Common Blood Pressure Drug Extends Lifespan And Slows Aging in Animals

The hypertension drug rilmenidine has been shown to slow down aging in worms, an effect that in humans could hypothetically help us live longer and keep us healthier in our latter years. Previous research has shown rilmenidine mimics the effects of caloric restriction on a cellular level. Reducing available energy while maintaining nutrition within the body has been shown to extend lifespans in several animal models. Whether this translates to hu


Scientists Reveal Why Some People Have ADHD

The evolution of ADHD may have provided a survival advantage to our ancestors, scientists say.


The breakfast cereal that’s healthier than you think

To some, it tastes like wet papier-mâché. Its name, translated from German, even means “little mush”. And yet, since a Swiss doctor first cooked it up in 1900, muesli has been the go-to breakfast for millions around the world. Because, as the sanitorium patients to whom Dr Maximilian Bircher-Benner fed it were no doubt assured, muesli is the health...


Alzheimer's study reveals critical differences in memory loss progression based on the presence of specific proteins

A study from Karolinska Institutet, published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, offers new insights into the progression of Alzheimer's disease (AD). The research reveals critical differences in the progression of memory loss based on the presence of specific proteins in the brain.


Does grapefruit lower blood pressure? Here’s everything you need to know.

If you’re struggling with hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, consider incorporating grapefruit into your diet.


Many think pink Himalayan salt is the 'healthiest' salt. Are the benefits real?

Some sodium is necessary, but too much is dangerous. So when you're choosing between sea salt and pink Himalayan salt, does type make a difference?


What Are the Side Effects of Too Much Turmeric?

Medically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmD Medically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmD Turmeric is an Asian spice that comes from the turmeric plant Curcuma longa, part of the ginger Zingiberaceae family. It contains curcumin, a natural pigment that gives turmeric its yellow color. Turmeric has been found to have both anti-inflammatory and antioxida...


At 15st my ankles hurt climbing the stairs. Here’s how I dropped eight dress sizes

Growing up in Australia I was always by the beach and active. But aged 17 I went to France as an exchange student, discovered pain au chocolat and put on 14 kilos (over 2st) in one year. Then, as a student in Sydney, I tucked into unhealthy cheap food and started drinking. By my early 20s, at 5ft 7ins, I weighed 75 kg (11st 11lb). I did no exercise...


Magnetic nanobots injected into body 'open new frontiers in medicine' and could treat aneurysms and strokes

In lab tests using model aneurysms and rabbits, the team engineered magnetic nanobots made up of blood-clotting drugs encased in a coating designed to melt at precise temperatures


The DIY Lemon Spray That Repels Ticks From Your Home And Garden

If you spend time outdoors, you might run into a tick or two. If you're looking for a natural solution to repel this annoying pest, consider a DIY lemon spray.


Gen Z employees are taking more sick days than previous generations — here's why

Various reports have found that Gen Z is the most likely to take advantage of paid sick leave. HR experts plus Dr. Marc Siegel discuss why young Americans are calling in sick more than ever.


Can You Eat Salmon Skin and Is It Good for You?

Can you eat salmon skin? The answer may surprise you…


What Should You Do With Your 401(k) When You Retire?

Do you roll it over into an IRA? Or leave it where it is? Here’s how to decide.


Here’s How Much Healthcare Costs in the 5 Healthiest States (and the 5 Least Healthy)

America is nothing if not a diverse country. Unfortunately, part of its diversity comes in the form of healthy living. While some states score well above the national average in terms of being...


Which diabetes meds are best for reducing heart attack and stroke risk?

Almost 500 million adults around the world are living with type 2 diabetes, and over 200 million of those take metformin, an oral medication that reduces blood sugar (glucose) levels. Despite metformin's widespread use, many type 2 diabetes patients eventually require second-line medications to maintain control of their blood sugar levels when metformin's efficacy fades.


The best walking shoes for seniors, according to podiatrists

Podiatrists share everything you should be looking for (and avoiding) in walking shoes for seniors. Shop expert picks from Hoka, Brooks, New Balance and more.


Yoga helped me stay sane in my midlife crisis. I had no idea it was improving my brain too

Only in midlife did yoga become a lifeline for me. Until then, frankly, I’d dismissed it as a waste of an hour’s exercise. But while separating from my partner and when my beloved mother was terminally ill, that mat-shaped space in my life brought some order and comfort. An escape from the pressures of parenting, daughtering and work. And unlike cr...


Scientists Confirmed An Important Connection Between Semaglutide and Mental Health

Researchers found that semaglutide, compared with a placebo, didn't significantly increase depressive thoughts.


Could snail venom help treat diabetes?

Research led by University of Utah scientists has identified a component of cone snail venom that mimics a human hormone that regulates the levels of blood sugar.


‘Life happens’: New England couple with state pensions had their early retirement shattered by sudden medical expenses and inflation — 3 ways to prepare your nest egg for the unexpected

Guaranteed income in retirement isn’t always enough.


11 Tips for Making At-Home Cooking Even Healthier

Cooking healthy at home does not have to be a chore.


How to Improve Memory: Expert Tips for Seniors

Memory loss isn't inevitable. Discover proven strategies on how to boost your memory.


12 Best Tinted Moisturizers With SPF, Tested By Dermatologists And Editors

A tried-and-tested list from editors and derms themselves.


The key to getting bigger biceps – and improving your overall health

Along with their visual appeal, having bigger biceps can make one healthier and improve athletic performance.


Scientist issues critical warning about dangerous, insect-borne health threat: 'It's just timing and probability'

"We are likely to see more mosquito-borne disease just because that season is longer." Scientist issues critical warning about dangerous, insect-borne health threat: 'It's just timing and probability' first appeared on The Cool Down.


Why Jillian Michaels Changed her Mind on Protein and Fat Loss in the Last 5 Years

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'So cruel': Bernie Sanders tells Theo Von that half of cancer treatment patients go bankrupt or broke — and he praises the Canadian system for 'good-quality' health care

“They’re depleted, they’re broke,” Sanders says of U.S. patients.


When is the best time to get your flu shot?

Flu season is approaching in the United States. Here's what you can expect this year — and when to get your flu vaccine to help you stay safe.


How does grapefruit interact with drugs?

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can affect the amount of medication that reaches the bloodstream. But why?