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ClassPass’s annual report highlighted a 36% YoY rise in fitness bookings and 37% increase in self-care sessions, fueled by Pilates, holistic recovery, and functional training. Read More.

Groundbreaking research from Stanford University has changed how we view aging — not as a slow, linear decline, but as a process marked by sudden biological shifts. The study, published in 2024 and tracking molecular and cellular markers in adults aged 25 to 75, found two major inflection points where aging accelerates significantly: around ages 44 and 60. Read More.

Drinking up to 3-4 cups of coffee a day may help slow the biological aging process in people living with severe mental illness. The research suggests this amount of coffee is linked to longer telomeres, which are indicators of cellular aging, and may provide the equivalent of 5 extra biological years compared with individuals who do not drink coffee, according to findings published in the open access journal BMJ Mental Health. Read More.

When you think of how U.S. Army soldiers train, your mind probably goes to early morning PT (physical training), an endless amount of push-ups, and running as long and as fast as possible. While there’s no denying that physical readiness is essential for an Army soldier, building a strong mind is just as important. Read More.

Moderate physical activity may benefit your overall health and reduce fall risk if you’re over 65. You can incorporate daily activities like walking and aerobics with strength training exercises. Read More.

The holiday season is supposed to be twinkling lights, cozy nights, and picture‑perfect family photos. Instead, a lot of couples are white‑knuckling it through December, wondering if their relationship will make it to New Year’s. Surveys show most Americans feel more stressed during the holidays than at any other time of year, and a big chunk say that stress lands right on their closest relationships. Read More.

Scientists looking to tackle our ongoing obesity crisis have made an important discovery: Intermittent calorie restriction leads to significant changes both in the gut and the brain, which may open up new options for maintaining a healthy weight. Read More.

Tattoos can cause lifelong changes to the body’s immunity as well as affect vaccine responses, according to a new study. Read More.

On average, humans fart up to 23 times a day, but not all of those toots are created equal. Research shows that women’s gas smells worse than men’s, and there’s a scientific reason why. Read More.

That beer belly a guy’s toting around could mean trouble for his heart, a new study says. Said belly fat is linked to changes in heart structure that can contribute to heart failure, researchers reported Monday at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting in Chicago. Read More.

Many multivitamins promise to cover at least 100% of your daily needs for over 20 different nutrients. However, it's usually best to prioritize food sources for your nutritional needs. Read More.

A growing body of research keeps pointing to the same uncomfortable truth: the fat you carry deep inside your belly may be aging your brain faster than you think. And a new study presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting just delivered more evidence that muscle mass — not just weight — may play a major role in protecting long-term brain health. Read More.

For decades, Americans have been told to keep their LDL cholesterol — the so-called “bad” cholesterol — as low as possible to protect their hearts. But new research out of Italy suggests that when LDL drops too low, something unexpected may happen: the risk of type 2 diabetes rises. Read More.

From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, holiday togetherness comes with a catch: a spike in the viruses that thrive when we all gather inside. Read More.

Spinach and pomegranates are top picks for reducing inflammation, thanks to their rich nutrients and antioxidants. Read More.