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Menopausal Hormone Therapy Cuts Low Bone Density Risk by 69%

A retrospective analysis shows women receiving menopausal hormone therapy experienced a 69% lower risk of developing low bone mineral density compared with non‑users. The result highlights hormone therapy as a potentially powerful tool for preserving skeletal health during menopause.

Sabastian Sawe Shatters Two‑Hour Marathon Barrier in London, Highlighting Human Willpower
NewsMay 1, 2026

Sabastian Sawe Shatters Two‑Hour Marathon Barrier in London, Highlighting Human Willpower

Kenyan distance runner Sabastian Sawe completed the London Marathon in 1:59:30, becoming the first athlete to break the two‑hour barrier in a sanctioned race. The feat, achieved alongside debutant Yomif Kejelcha, reignites debate over the role of technology versus mental...

By Pulse
Bill Parisi Leads Speed‑Training Clinic at Newtown Athletic Club
NewsMay 1, 2026

Bill Parisi Leads Speed‑Training Clinic at Newtown Athletic Club

Bill Parisi, founder of Parisi Speed School, conducted a hands‑on speed‑training clinic at Newtown Athletic Club on Thursday. The session brought together the club’s personal trainers and local athletes to explore the latest systems and science behind human performance. Organizers...

By Pulse
Study Shows 10‑Minute Lying‑Down Routine Boosts Balance and Agility
NewsMay 1, 2026

Study Shows 10‑Minute Lying‑Down Routine Boosts Balance and Agility

Japanese scientists demonstrated that a daily 10‑minute lying‑down workout improves balance, flexibility and agility after only two weeks. The study, involving 17 healthy young men, showed measurable gains without muscle strengthening, suggesting a coordination‑focused biohack. The findings could reshape low‑impact...

By Pulse
Nattokinase Lacks Evidence; Choose Omega‑3 or Berberine
SocialMay 1, 2026

Nattokinase Lacks Evidence; Choose Omega‑3 or Berberine

Nattokinase isn’t high on my list for cardiovascular prevention. I don’t see convincing evidence that it should be a primary strategy for cardiovascular disease or stroke risk reduction. If the goal is cardiovascular prevention, there are options with much stronger support. Omega-3...

By Rhonda Patrick, PhD
Three Curious Animal Strategies for Immortality by Gunnar De Winter
NewsMay 1, 2026

Three Curious Animal Strategies for Immortality by Gunnar De Winter

The article explores three natural anti‑aging strategies observed in animals: the immortal jellyfish that can revert to a juvenile stage, the Greenland shark whose cold‑adapted, slow metabolism supports a lifespan of up to five centuries, and the Hydra’s ability to...

By Clarkesworld Magazine
It’s Time to Take Genetic Testing Off the Pedestal
NewsMay 1, 2026

It’s Time to Take Genetic Testing Off the Pedestal

Genomic testing, once a specialist‑only tool, is now technologically mature and affordable, yet it remains underused in routine care. Advances in sequencing speed, AI‑driven interpretation, and large data sets have removed most technical barriers. Patients are increasingly seeking molecular insights,...

By Fast Company
Zone 2 Heart Rate Calculator: Find Your Aerobic Sweet Spot
BlogMay 1, 2026

Zone 2 Heart Rate Calculator: Find Your Aerobic Sweet Spot

Greg McMillan’s Zone 2 Heart Rate Calculator helps runners pinpoint the aerobic‑base intensity that fuels long‑run endurance. Zone 2 is defined as 55‑78% of heart‑rate reserve, where the body maximizes mitochondrial density, capillary growth, and fat oxidation. The guide explains the talk...

By McMillan Running – Articles
High-Intensity Exercise After Breast Cancer Surgery May Help Speed Recovery
NewsMay 1, 2026

High-Intensity Exercise After Breast Cancer Surgery May Help Speed Recovery

A recent study presented to the American Society of Breast Surgeons found that high‑intensity resistance training can accelerate recovery after breast‑cancer surgery. Nearly 200 women who had lumpectomies, mastectomies or lymph‑node removals completed a three‑month program, lifting up to 200 lb....

By Medical Xpress
Update on Brad Stanfield's Rapamycin Clinical Study in NZ
BlogMay 1, 2026

Update on Brad Stanfield's Rapamycin Clinical Study in NZ

Brad Stanfield’s New Zealand rapamycin trial enrolled older adults on a 12‑week protocol, with participants typically taking 6 mg every other week. The study measured functional outcomes such as the chair‑stand test, sparking debate over whether short‑term dosing can reveal longevity benefits. Commentators...

By Rapamycin News
Anyone Taking Rapamycin Monthly?
BlogMay 1, 2026

Anyone Taking Rapamycin Monthly?

A growing community of longevity enthusiasts is experimenting with monthly rapamycin dosing, typically ranging from 5 mg to 30 mg and often boosted with grapefruit juice. Participants cite benefits such as fewer infections and slower aging markers, but also report side effects...

By Rapamycin News
Proper Hospitality Launches Longevity‑Focused Retreats as $48 Billion Market Grows
NewsMay 1, 2026

Proper Hospitality Launches Longevity‑Focused Retreats as $48 Billion Market Grows

Proper Hospitality introduced a longevity‑centered wellness program at its Santa Monica Proper Hotel, partnering with Hundred Health to offer on‑arrival blood draws that assess more than 160 biomarkers. The move reflects a broader surge in luxury longevity‑clinic tourism, a market...

By Pulse
Most Men Have Low VO2 Max – New Training Hacks Boost Oxygen Use Without Hours of Running
NewsMay 1, 2026

Most Men Have Low VO2 Max – New Training Hacks Boost Oxygen Use Without Hours of Running

Men's Fitness reports that a majority of men possess sub‑optimal VO2 max levels and presents a set of high‑intensity, low‑volume training methods that can raise aerobic capacity without the need for extensive running. The piece highlights wearable tech, consistent interval...

By Pulse
High‑Intensity Exercise Cuts Sleep Disruptions in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment
NewsMay 1, 2026

High‑Intensity Exercise Cuts Sleep Disruptions in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment

Researchers at Texas A&M University discovered that high‑intensity exercise dramatically lowers sleep disruptions in older adults with mild cognitive impairment, with each extra second of vigorous activity trimming sleep disturbances by nearly a fifth of a second. The finding, based...

By Pulse
Your Egg's Final Months, Not Years, Determine Quality
SocialMay 1, 2026

Your Egg's Final Months, Not Years, Determine Quality

A 34 year old woman is ovulating a 34 year old egg. That egg has been sitting in her ovaries since before she was born. She started with 6 to 7 million of them. By birth, she had 1 to...

By Preethi Kasireddy
Cycling for Weight Loss: GLP-1s
NewsMay 1, 2026

Cycling for Weight Loss: GLP-1s

GLP‑1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic are increasingly used for weight loss, but they can blunt hunger and thirst signals, making proper fueling critical for cyclists. Bicycling’s guide, hosted by Ryan Grewell and nutritionist Namrita Brooke, outlines how to combine...

By Bicycling
The Expert on 'Super Aging' Breaks Down the Science — and Grift — in Anti-Aging
NewsMay 1, 2026

The Expert on 'Super Aging' Breaks Down the Science — and Grift — in Anti-Aging

Cardiologist Eric Topol argues that the anti‑aging boom should shift from chasing longevity to extending health span, the years free of major disease. His research on “Super Agers” over 80 showed genetics play a modest role, while exercise, sleep, social...

By NPR (Health)
Buffy the Exercise Slayer: Sarah Michelle Gellar’s EMS Workout Trend Explained
NewsMay 1, 2026

Buffy the Exercise Slayer: Sarah Michelle Gellar’s EMS Workout Trend Explained

Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar has popularized whole‑body EMS (electromyostimulation) suits, joining a growing list of celebrities who wear the gear during pilates‑style workouts. EMS delivers electrical impulses to multiple muscle groups, promising a 20‑minute session can mimic hours of conventional training. Clinical...

By The Conversation – Fashion (global)
The Runner’s World Guide to Running for Anxiety
NewsMay 1, 2026

The Runner’s World Guide to Running for Anxiety

Runner’s World released a guide outlining how running can alleviate anxiety and improve mental health. It cites scientific research, including a 2026 Frontiers in Psychiatry study showing 30‑second high‑intensity sprints outperform relaxation techniques for panic disorder. The guide features expert...

By Runners World
The Runner’s World Guide to Mental Health
NewsMay 1, 2026

The Runner’s World Guide to Mental Health

Runner’s World+ has released a video guide titled “The Runner’s World Guide to Mental Health,” hosted by Olympic marathoner Deena Kastor and featuring experts such as Harvard psychiatrist John Ratey, mental‑performance consultant Lennie Waite, and social‑work therapist Dwayne Brown. The...

By Runners World
Marta Kostyuk Attributes Nine-Match Streak to Therapy-Driven Mindset Shift
NewsMay 1, 2026

Marta Kostyuk Attributes Nine-Match Streak to Therapy-Driven Mindset Shift

World No. 23 Marta Kostyuk says a years‑long therapy regimen and a radical mental shift have powered a nine‑match winning streak, a flawless 9‑0 record on clay and a push toward a maiden WTA 1000 title. Her comments highlight a...

By Pulse
Cynthia Erivo Shatters London Marathon PR, Credits Running for Stage Stamina
NewsMay 1, 2026

Cynthia Erivo Shatters London Marathon PR, Credits Running for Stage Stamina

Cynthia Erivo ran the London Marathon in 3:21:40, shaving nearly 14 minutes off her previous best, and says the regimen powers her demanding one‑woman stage performance. The actress worked with Brooks coach Erika Kemp and treats runs as meditation, highlighting...

By Pulse
Self‑Selected Music Boosts Workout Endurance by 20% Without Extra Effort
NewsMay 1, 2026

Self‑Selected Music Boosts Workout Endurance by 20% Without Extra Effort

Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä found that letting exercisers choose their own music lengthens high‑intensity cycling sessions by nearly 20%, adding about six minutes on average, while heart rate and lactate remain unchanged. The low‑cost, zero‑effort hack could help...

By Pulse
One Year Training Cuts HR 25 Beats, Boosts Efficiency
SocialMay 1, 2026

One Year Training Cuts HR 25 Beats, Boosts Efficiency

A very interesting question that we did a deep data dive on the #MADcrew forum about... https://t.co/GjhhFK2p7c Average improvement in E.F. across the entire group over 1 year was 0.21. At typical training paces (and, of course, assuming volume builds), this would be...

By Alan Couzens
Friday Hope: H. Erinaceus (Lion’s Mane): A Mushroom Which May Help Those Suffering From Long COVID/Spike Disease/Injury
BlogMay 1, 2026

Friday Hope: H. Erinaceus (Lion’s Mane): A Mushroom Which May Help Those Suffering From Long COVID/Spike Disease/Injury

The post reviews pre‑clinical data showing that Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s Mane) suppresses NF‑κB, COX‑2 and iNOS while activating Nrf2, thereby reducing inflammation, oxidative stress and supporting neuronal health. Mouse studies demonstrate improved mitochondrial membrane potential, ATP production and antioxidant enzyme...

By WMC Research
Warm‑ups Activate Your Nervous System, Not Just Muscles
SocialMay 1, 2026

Warm‑ups Activate Your Nervous System, Not Just Muscles

How and why I warm up : Most people think of a warm-up as something you do to “get loose.” That’s not really the point. The real goal is to wake up the systems that control movement, coordination, and energy delivery...

By Howard Luks, MD
Aging Science Promising Yet Still Lacks Core Understanding
SocialMay 1, 2026

Aging Science Promising Yet Still Lacks Core Understanding

Aging biology is full of promise, but the reality is that it's still a nascent field. Great to be back at the @MPIAGE speaking with students and researchers about some uncomfortable truths in geroscience: We still don't understand the drivers of aging. And...

By João Pedro de Magalhães, PhD
Gene Editing at Scale, Clinic Seeks Generalizable Therapies
NewsMay 1, 2026

Gene Editing at Scale, Clinic Seeks Generalizable Therapies

Integrated DNA Technologies helped deliver a CRISPR therapy that rescued baby KJ Muldoon from a fatal urea‑cycle disorder, proving gene editing can correct a single disease‑causing mutation. The success highlights the field’s next hurdle: scaling personalized edits for disorders with...

By GEN (Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News)
Animal Protein Edge Limited to Older Adults, Leucine Key
SocialMay 1, 2026

Animal Protein Edge Limited to Older Adults, Leucine Key

Our recently published meta-analysis found that animal-based proteins confer a modest advantage in stimulating muscle protein synthesis (MPS) compared to plant-based proteins (PMID: 42055214). At first glance, this might suggest a benefit to prioritizing animal protein for muscle building. However, the...

By Brad Schoenfeld, PhD
HDL Inflammatory Markers Predict Mortality in Elderly
SocialMay 1, 2026

HDL Inflammatory Markers Predict Mortality in Elderly

High-density lipoprotein-related inflammatory markers and their association with all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in an ageing population: findings from a prospective cohort study based on NHANES data https://t.co/WdNtpIgGpI https://t.co/cM0LeTv7io

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Endurance Athletes Test Baking Soda and Broccoli Shots, Results Mixed
NewsMay 1, 2026

Endurance Athletes Test Baking Soda and Broccoli Shots, Results Mixed

A competitive runner and registered dietitian evaluated three hot endurance supplements—broccoli shots, a pink powder and Maurten’s Bicarb system—over two months. While the hydrogel‑encapsulated baking soda caused no gut distress, performance gains were modest and inconsistent, underscoring lingering doubts about...

By Pulse
Protein Powers Recovery, Adaptation, and Performance, Not Just Hypertrophy
SocialMay 1, 2026

Protein Powers Recovery, Adaptation, and Performance, Not Just Hypertrophy

Protein is often framed around hypertrophy, but its role is broader. Explore evidence based advice on protein use for recovery, adaptation, and performance in this 2H masterclass with Dr Oliver Witard. https://t.co/X2jF4hM5UH https://t.co/a9kpTqLyQH

By Asker Jeukendrup, PhD
CNS Gene Therapies Showcase Tau-Targeted VY170
SocialMay 1, 2026

CNS Gene Therapies Showcase Tau-Targeted VY170

CNS Gene Therapies Featured in Multiple Presentations at ASGCT 2026, Including Late Breaker on Tau-Targeted VY1706 for Alzheimer’s Disease https://t.co/oQ5MCd5piS https://t.co/8KeWSTJ1q7

By Brian Ahier
Study Shows Omega‑3 Supplements Boost Strength Gains in Active Adults
NewsMay 1, 2026

Study Shows Omega‑3 Supplements Boost Strength Gains in Active Adults

Researchers from the University of Greenwich and Anglia Ruskin University reported that several weeks of EPA and DHA supplementation enhanced muscle strength gains and recovery in resistance‑trained adults, highlighting a practical nutrition tool for athletes and gym‑goers.

By Pulse
Intensity Is Fine; Insufficient Recovery Is the Problem
SocialMay 1, 2026

Intensity Is Fine; Insufficient Recovery Is the Problem

Intensity remains highly trainable... But the dose matters. Intensity isn’t the enemy. Frequency without adequate recovery is. https://t.co/drZfgaCvpJ

By Howard Luks, MD
L-Glutamine May Cut Sugar Cravings, Boost Gut Health
SocialMay 1, 2026

L-Glutamine May Cut Sugar Cravings, Boost Gut Health

In addition to some evidence that it can improve gut health, supplementing with L glutamine may reduce sugar cravings. Need more data but anecdotally, it works. Specifics in this short 30 minute episode of Huberman Lab essentials.

By Andrew Huberman – Huberman Lab
Berkeley Scientists Pinpoint Early‑Night ‘Recovery Switch’ Driving Growth Hormone Surge
NewsMay 1, 2026

Berkeley Scientists Pinpoint Early‑Night ‘Recovery Switch’ Driving Growth Hormone Surge

UC Berkeley neuroscientists have identified a hypothalamic circuit that ignites the nightly growth‑hormone surge during the first two‑to‑three hours of sleep. The discovery, reported in Cell, could give biohackers a new physiological window to time interventions for muscle repair, fat...

By Pulse
Maternal Polyphenols Boost Fetal Brain Development in Rodents
SocialMay 1, 2026

Maternal Polyphenols Boost Fetal Brain Development in Rodents

New review: The effect of the mother's consumption of polyphenols (resveratrol, curcumin, quercetin, naringin, ferulic acid, genistein) on fetal neurodevelopment in rodents & improvements in brain development 🧠🧠🧠 https://t.co/xN2GISamzy https://t.co/bVFiIjoZem

By David Sinclair, PhD
Decoding Ovarian Aging to Extend Reproductive Lifespan
SocialMay 1, 2026

Decoding Ovarian Aging to Extend Reproductive Lifespan

Ovarian aging: Mechanisms and strategies to extend reproductive lifespan Core mechanisms include genomic instability, epigenetic noise, mitochondria, inflammation, senescence & fibrosis PhD student Maria Lopez @sinclarfriends is working on it https://t.co/tuJbQb2Xcu https://t.co/K1GlXY4KsY

By David Sinclair, PhD
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Reduces MDM2 Expression and Risk of Liver Cancer
BlogMay 1, 2026

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Reduces MDM2 Expression and Risk of Liver Cancer

Researchers demonstrated that fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) from young to old mice suppresses age‑related MDM2 overexpression and prevents liver cancer development. In the study, none of the FMT‑treated older mice developed tumors, whereas two of eight control mice did. Treated...

By Fight Aging!
Oxidative Stress Impairs Deubiquitylase Activity in the Aging Brain
BlogMay 1, 2026

Oxidative Stress Impairs Deubiquitylase Activity in the Aging Brain

Researchers used activity‑based proteomics in mouse and killifish brains to map cysteine deubiquitylases (DUBs) across the lifespan. They found a subset of DUBs that progressively lose catalytic activity with age, despite unchanged protein levels, due to oxidative thiol modification. Antioxidant...

By Fight Aging!
7 Ways To Naturally Boost GLP-1 Production & Improve Metabolism
NewsMay 1, 2026

7 Ways To Naturally Boost GLP-1 Production & Improve Metabolism

A new review in Toxicology Reports compiles evidence that several foods and plant compounds can naturally boost glucagon‑like peptide‑1 (GLP‑1) activity, the hormone targeted by prescription drugs such as Ozempic. The analysis highlights berberine, cinnamon extract, ginger, green tea, curcumin,...

By Mindbodygreen
I'm 35 and Haven't Had Kids Yet. I'm Trying to Delay Menopause Until I'm 60.
NewsMay 1, 2026

I'm 35 and Haven't Had Kids Yet. I'm Trying to Delay Menopause Until I'm 60.

Kayla Barnes-Lentz, a 35‑year‑old longevity podcaster, is pursuing a biohacking regimen to postpone menopause until age 60, hoping to extend both healthspan and fertile years. She combines strict lifestyle basics—early sleep, Mediterranean diet, toxin reduction—with experimental interventions such as rapamycin...

By Business Insider – Finance
This Treatment Could Reverse Osteoarthritis Joint Damage With a Single Injection
NewsMay 1, 2026

This Treatment Could Reverse Osteoarthritis Joint Damage With a Single Injection

Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have secured a $33.5 million ARPA‑H grant to develop a regenerative osteoarthritis therapy that could reverse joint damage with a single injection. The approach uses a controlled‑release particle system to deliver an approved drug...

By WIRED – Science
How a Coconut Yogurt Experiment Became a Cult-Favorite Grocery Phenomenon
NewsMay 1, 2026

How a Coconut Yogurt Experiment Became a Cult-Favorite Grocery Phenomenon

The Coconut Cult, founded by Noah Simon‑Waddell after a personal gut‑health experiment, has turned its probiotic coconut yogurt into a national grocery staple. The brand now sells eight‑ounce jars for $10‑$14 and 16‑ounce jars up to $39, stocked at Whole...

By Inc. — Leadership
The Effect of Montmorency Tart Cherry Consumption on Athletic Performance and Post-Exercise Recovery in Healthy Adults: A Scoping Review
NewsMay 1, 2026

The Effect of Montmorency Tart Cherry Consumption on Athletic Performance and Post-Exercise Recovery in Healthy Adults: A Scoping Review

A scoping review of 28 randomized trials evaluated Montmorency tart cherry supplementation in healthy adults. Four of ten performance studies reported faster time‑trials or longer time‑to‑exhaustion, while seven of fourteen strength‑recovery trials showed accelerated muscle‑strength return. Only six of twenty‑two...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Lower Extremity Injury Prevention in Female, Woman, and Girl Athletes
NewsMay 1, 2026

Lower Extremity Injury Prevention in Female, Woman, and Girl Athletes

A new systematic review and meta‑analysis of 82 studies examined lower‑extremity injury prevention for female, woman, and girl athletes. The analysis, covering 154,561 participants, found that neuromuscular training (NMT) programs delivered at least 10 minutes twice weekly reduced overall injuries...

By British Journal of Sports Medicine  BJSM blog
Antihistamines, Pepcid, and Menopause Brain Fog
BlogMay 1, 2026

Antihistamines, Pepcid, and Menopause Brain Fog

Recent social‑media posts have suggested that over‑the‑counter antihistamines such as cetirizine and the acid‑blocker famotidine can alleviate menopause‑related brain fog. The author notes that no clinical or observational studies support this claim, making it a hypothesis rather than evidence‑based therapy....

By The Vajenda
How Long Should You Be on a GLP-1?
NewsMay 1, 2026

How Long Should You Be on a GLP-1?

Semaglutide and other GLP‑1 agonists trigger appetite suppression and noticeable weight loss within the first month, with most patients shedding 15‑25% of body weight after a year. Clinical trials show that continuous use for four years markedly reduces heart attacks,...

By Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
[Comment] HPV Vaccine Scale-Up Is Key to Curb Rising Cervical Cancer Inequalities
NewsMay 1, 2026

[Comment] HPV Vaccine Scale-Up Is Key to Curb Rising Cervical Cancer Inequalities

Despite advances in high‑income nations, cervical cancer deaths remain heavily concentrated in low‑ and lower‑middle‑income countries, where screening is scarce. Modeling studies show that scaling up HPV vaccination, especially with single‑dose regimens, could dramatically narrow these gaps. However, political and...

By The Lancet (Current)