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Walking is America's most popular workout by a landslide. It's accessible, low-stress, and genuinely good for you, and I'm one of the many people who swear by the mental and physical benefits a daily jaunt can provide. Read More.

Fast weight loss from drugs like Ozempic can leave you with weaker, smaller glutes that no longer do their job, a problem many people now call Ozempic butt. Read More.

That’s certainly an understandable course of action, since weight training plays a role in everything from muscle-building and strength gains to fat-burning and even heart health. Read More.

In a randomized clinical trial, the participants were assigned to three weight-loss diets – a low-carb ketogenic diet, a Mediterranean diet and a low-fat, mostly plant-based diet. Read More.

Collagen is best known for beauty benefits. But new research shows it may also help support something every runner depends on — strong bones. Read More.

Walking already has a long track record for boosting mood, improving insulin sensitivity, and supporting heart health. Now a viral trend called "lymphatic walking" claims a slower, more intentional version can drain fluid buildup, reduce puffiness, and boost energy. As a nutritional biochemist, I wanted to look at what the actual evidence says. Read More.

Much like the workplace term that means doing the bare minimum, "quiet quitting" could also happen in marriage, sometimes gradually. Read More.

Scientists in Japan have identified a natural compound found in blueberries, grapes, and other berries that may help muscle cells burn excess fat instead of storing it. The compound, pterostilbene, reduced abnormal fat buildup in cultured mouse muscle cells by boosting fat breakdown and helping stabilize a key protein involved in fatty acid metabolism. Read More.

One physician says the healthcare system is failing men when it comes to catching Low T, and the proof might already be sitting in their bloodwork. Read More.

You might think of air purifiers as a tool for allergies or asthma. New research suggests they may also give your brain a measurable boost, and it only takes a month to see it. Read More.

Recent research found that alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the United States doubled between 1990 and 2023. Read More.

A new Cleveland Clinic survey finds social media is motivating more men to improve their health, but doctors warn the same content can also lead them down risky paths. Read More.

You might see someone holding onto a ballet-style barre, making tiny leg pulses or holding an apparently simple position for several seconds. There may be little jumping, no heavy barbell and barely any dramatic movement. Read More.

You don’t need a smart ring or a biohacking routine to age well. New survey data from health experts points to four overlooked factors, and the fixes are simpler than you’d think. Read More.

Most people assume that emotional wisdom naturally improves with age. But new research suggests the story is more complicated. While the knowledge accumulated over a lifetime appears to help people regulate many different emotions, the mental abilities involved in quick thinking and flexible problem-solving may be especially important when trying to reduce feelings like sadness and disgust—and those particular emotional challenges may become harder with age. Read More.