I Tested My Vaginal Microbiome—Here’s What I Learned
Forget the gut microbiome—another community of microbes is getting attention online: the vaginal microbiome. Longevity influencers have recently been sharing their experiences with at-home tests that analyze…
Research Suggests This Plant-Forward Diet May Lower Heart Disease Risk After Menopause
A new study found that postmenopausal women who more closely followed the Planetary Health Diet had a lower risk of heart disease. The plant-forward eating pattern emphasizes…
4 Major Risks of Unregulated Peptides
A recent criminal case highlights the risks of unregulated peptides, which may be contaminated, mislabeled, or contain the wrong dose. Self-injecting adds another layer of risk, as…
Research Suggests Avoiding These 3 Things in Midlife Could Delay Dementia for Years
A new study suggests that avoiding three vascular health factors could add 13 years of dementia-free life. Each of these factors—not smoking, not having diabetes, and maintaining…
Could Weight Loss Drugs Be Changing Your Period For the Worse?
A new analysis of an FDA database found that GLP-1 medications were associated with menstrual changes. The research does not prove that these weight loss medications cause…
Do You Really Need to Wash All Your Fruits and Vegetables?
As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce. Washing helps remove dirt and germs, but it can’t eliminate…
New Research Suggests Creatine May Help Boost Strength After 45—Even Without Exercise
What we’re talking about: A new study found that middle-aged adults who took creatine improved lean mass and strength compared to a group taking a placebo, regardless…
Eating in Sync With Your Body Clock Could Benefit Your Metabolic Health, Experts Say
What we’re talking about: People on social media are claiming that “circadian fasting,” or timing meals with the body’s internal clock, may offer health benefits. Why this…
8 Things Doctors Want Everyone to Know About Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is highly treatable when caught early, but many cases cause no symptoms at first, making screening important. Risk increases with age, but younger men can…
Research Shows Short Walking Breaks May Help Control Blood Sugar After Meals
A new study linked taking short walks throughout the day with lower post-meal blood sugar spikes. Experts said the findings reinforce previous research and align with recommendations…