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From the fabled Fountain of Youth to modern cosmetic procedures, humanity’s quest for youth and longevity is as old as time. Nowadays, though, this pursuit has taken a decidedly scientific turn. As our understanding of biology expands, the focus of anti-aging efforts has shifted from the...

Honestly, the struggles of new parents are the same most everyone has: there’s only so much time. Parents just might feel this more intensely, because the change in perception of time is so dramatic. Before my first daughter was born, I took full advantage. I packed these years with life...

Author Randal Claytor Associate Professor of Kinesiology, Nutrition and Health, Miami University When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get your sweat on with a cardio session? Or toward the free weights and strength-training...

If the buzz surrounding a medication could elevate it to celebrity status, then Zepbound is reaching Taylor Swift rank. Zepbound is the newest addition to the weight loss drug arena. In November 2023, it joined the list of obesity-fighting drugs – administered as an injection – to be approved...

After being in the fitness game for a while, longer than I want to admit, I’ve seen some fitness trends come and go. Does anyone remember the Shake Weight? You probably want to forget that one, like me. In 2023, wearable technology and equipment accessories continued to rise to add variety to...

Grip Strength is a consistent biomarker of current wellbeing and a strong predictor of future health outcomes (1). Handgrip strength (HGS) has a substantial correlation with overall strength, upper and lower limb function, bone density, malnutrition, cognitive impairment, depression, sleep...

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Niacinamide has become quite a hot topic in the skincare world, as there have been many viral TikTok videos popping up. Niacinamide is available in products such as moisturizers and cleansers and can improve your skin health in more ways than one. According to...

Top 8 Back injury statistics In the US alone, there are more than 2 million back injuries annually. An estimated 80% of adults will suffer a back injury. A whopping 93% of back injuries are caused by poor posture and lifting techniques. Close to 95% of those with a back injury recover within 2...

57% of millennials engage in high-intensity activities, while only 47% of Generation X and 35% of Baby Boomers do the same. One-third of millennials are willing to spend extra money on personal training experiences. According to a survey, 80% of American Millennials perceive their health as...

What Is the Bone Broth Diet Plan? The Bone Broth Diet, also commonly referred to as “Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet” and the “21-Day Bone Broth Diet,” is a diet plan created by naturopathic doctor Kellyann Petrucci (a naturopathic doctor is someone who uses natural remedies to help the body heal...

What Is CLA? CLA stands for conjugated linoleic acid and refers to a group of naturally occurring fatty acids. CLA is found primarily in the meat and dairy of ruminants such as cows, goats, sheep, and buffalo, though the amount can vary depending on the animal’s diet, altitude, breed, and...

What Is Bee Pollen? Bee pollen is plant pollen that worker honeybees collect, mix with nectar and “secretions,” and pack into honeycomb cells to serve as a hive’s primary food source. Bee pollen contains approximately 250 substances, including macro- and micronutrients, amino acids, lipids...

What Is NMN? Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a molecule found naturally in our bodies and various foods. It’s a “precursor” to nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a vital coenzyme for health that plays a role in cellular processes, such as energy metabolism, DNA repair, and gene...

By Aadam | Last Updated: September 17th, 2023 In a world filled with fitness trackers and step-counting apps, the magic number of 10,000 steps per day is firmly lodged in all our psyches. But you probably don’t need to dedicate your life to walking to live a longer, healthier life. I’ve...

Dedicated weightlifters are serious about their supplements. And while most supplement stashes contain protein powder, branch chain amino acids, creatine, and select vitamins, there seems to be one much-needed supplement (or mineral) missing from many gym bags: Magnesium. The often-missed...

In the vast landscape of athletic performance, an emerging field of study captures the attention of researchers and professionals alike: the human gut microbiota. Home to a staggering array of hundreds of microbial species, our gut is not just an organ—it’s an intricate ecosystem affecting our...

“Liquid Bread” or beer, as it is more commonly known, is second only to water and tea in terms of global consumption. Since at least 5,300 BC (but who’s counting?), revellers everywhere have been improving their short-term mood while relaxing and making decisions that they may or may not regret...

Is There a Body Dysmorphia Test? For several decades, unrealistic and subjective beauty standards have consistently been perpetuated by society and social media. Sadly, such standards of beauty have given rise to more severe mental health conditions, especially body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)...

Are There Any Health Benefits to Water Fasting? "Water fasting" is a specific variant of intermittent fasting short-term practice that is exactly what it sounds like—fasting for anywhere from 12 hours to several days with water being the only source of "nutrition" during that timespan. Since...

"Biohacking" remains a broad and colloquial term as its definition varies from one self-professed "biohacker" to the next. For some, biohacking is used to describe things as simple as following a low-carb diet to maximize weight loss; to others, biohacking refers to cyborg-esque augmentation...