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Healthcare 2023-11-25T15:15:39Z

From peptide treatments to luxury longevity clinics here are the biggest anti-aging trends sweeping the nation

Can you stop aging? It's unlikely, but people are trying to at least slow down the clock by fasting, taking hormones, and jumping into ice-cold baths.
Healthcare 2023-11-23T11:28:01Z

Longevity clinics are a new hot spot for the ultrawealthy. Here are 5 of the top destinations — which can cost more than $50,000 a week.

Longevity clinics offering wealthy clients specialized treatment plans are the newest iteration of luxury. Longer and better lives could be a benefit.
Health 2023-09-18T17:30:56Z

Forget young blood — Bryan Johnson says his body transformed when he stopped eating late-night brownies and stressing about work

Bryan Johnson's anti-aging routine boils down to good habits anyone can use: Prioritizing sleep, exercise, and healthy eating.
Tech 2023-09-10T16:53:35Z

Testosterone parties are the latest biohack for Silicon Valley tech bros

Jeff Tang is hosting blood-testing parties through his startup called T Party that claims to help men naturally boost their testosterone levels.
Healthcare 2023-05-18T20:55:49Z

Tech titans who are trying to live forever might soon have new ammunition: Next-gen anti-aging pills

Longevity scientists are working on drugs that target senescent "zombie" cells, tamping them down or clearing them out of the body entirely.
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Health 2023-04-04T09:44:00Z

Dogs owners are feeding their dogs cheap pills to help them live longer — if it works, it could be an anti-aging fix for people too

Dogs across the US are taking the drug rapamycin to see if it helps them live longer and stay healthier in old age. Dog owners think it's working.
Health 2023-03-16T18:22:50Z

A cardiologist shares 3 simple tips for aging better, from eating less to socializing more

Dr. Clyde Yancy, chief of cardiology at Northwestern Medicine, said cutting back on alcohol and eating less can help you age better.
Health 2023-03-10T19:44:55Z

The Mediterranean diet may reduce your risk of Alzheimer's thanks to staples like leafy greens and nuts, study finds

People who eat more leafy greens have healthier brains, the equivalent nearly two decades younger than peers who eat fewer veggies, study suggests.
Health 2023-02-22T10:45:00Z

Welcome to the anti-aging era: How reversing your ‘biological age’ has become healthcare’s hottest trend

Recently, Insider reported on men claiming to reverse their "biological age" to be decades younger. We extract the science from the hype.
Premium Careers 2021-05-26T14:59:30Z

I'm a biohacker who's implanted a chip in my hand, microdosed on LSD, and stimulated my brain with electrical currents

Peter Joosten says he's most worried about biohacking discoveries being used for nefarious purposes, like the creation of "supersoldiers."
Science 2021-05-08T17:00:00Z

7 'biohacks' founders and execs have used to try to boost their energy at work, from wearing electrodes while they sleep to drinking bone-broth breakfasts

Some CEOs swear by bizarre biohacks to boost their workplace performance and health. We analyze the science to see if they really work.
News 2019-10-14T14:44:00Z

I tried dopamine fasting, the latest trend in Silicon Valley, and it was way more difficult than I expected

Dopamine fasting is a way of managing overstimulation and constant distraction by limiting behaviors that can lead to addictive patterns.
News 2019-10-03T15:05:00Z

'Dopamine fasting' is a new Silicon Valley trend, but some people are already taking it too far

In Silicon Valley, some are dopamine fasting by limiting stimulus, but other take it too far and demonize dopamine.
News 2019-05-06T13:07:00Z

Jack Dorsey drinks a concoction called 'salt juice' every morning, but there’s no proof it does anything beneficial for most people

Jack Dorsey drinks a salt, lemon, and water mixture every morning, but it isn't actually necessary for most people, a nutrition expert said.
News 2019-04-10T14:32:56Z

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey says he eats only one meal a day and fasts all weekend, and people are concerned he might have an eating disorder

Dorsey's odd diet has many worried his unusual eating habits sound like an eating disorder.
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Premium Finance 2019-03-23T08:59:00Z

Meet the London currency analyst who moonlights as a wellness guru to Wall Street hedge funds and bankers

Bilal Hafeez has tapped into a lifestyle shift happening on trading floors. The Nomura currency analyst's wellness newsletters have "touched a nerve."
Science 2018-10-24T16:00:00Z

The Silicon Valley startup behind bottled human 'superfuel' is launching an updated line of 'smart drugs'

A Silicon Valley startup known for chewable coffee and human '"superfuel" is updating its product lineup with fresh ingredients informed by scientific research. HVMN says their new line of so-called "smart drugs" — pills to help with focus, energy, and sleep — is designed with athletes in mind.
Science 2018-03-23T13:15:00Z

There's more evidence that exposing yourself to cold temperatures could trigger weight loss

Cold temperatures cause stem cells to form brown fat instead of white fat, a new study found. This helps explain why cold exposure might improve health.
Science 2018-03-02T22:15:00Z

Silicon Valley’s tech elites are adopting uncomfortable habits to condition their bodies

Silicon Valley tech elites are adopting some of the latest and most extreme techniques for performance enhancement.
Science 2018-02-17T14:56:00Z

Scientists think they’ve discovered a fourth type of human fuel beyond carbs, fat, and protein — and it could have key health implications

A new study suggests that ketones, a potential human superfuel, could also help keep blood sugar levels steady — something that could be key to healthy eating.
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