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I was healthy before my colon cancer diagnosis at 35 — the symptom I wish had been taken seriously

"I highly don't recommend cancer, it's really not fun. I would rather do 30 colonoscopies in a row than go through freaking chemo,” Rory Kennedy said.

Can you erase bad memories? The real-world 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' technology

Could science fiction become reality? In 2004's "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," Jim Carrey's character undergoes a memory-erasing procedure to forget his ex. But while the procedure seemed far-fetched...

Psychologist reveals 3 major benefits of being alone — despite the stigma

Psychologist Virginia Thomas explains some of the health benefits associated with "positive solitude."

Struggling with back pain? Try these 2 free, easy tricks supported by science

A new study suggests two unlikely treatments are effective at easing lower back pain and reducing opioid use.

Doing this activity just twice a week is a 'strong ally against dementia' — even if you're high-risk

A new study suggests pumping iron can protect the brain against dementia

Beware 'good girl syndrome,' which can lead to stomach issues, headaches and sleep problems

In her most recent book, "Worthy," therapist Diane Lange seeks to help women break free of feelings of unworthiness and people-pleasing patterns.

Everyone did this really easy move at the LA biohacker expo to live longer: 'Fast and powerful'

"This is one of my favorite tools," Julie E Health told the Biohackers World audience. "There are a few things that work across the board for everybody, and we're going...

I'm a cardiologist — this overprescribed drug taken by millions of people is toxic for your heart

Dr. Evan Levine tackles a drug that is often prescribed to help children perform better — a phenomenon he calls "borderline child abuse." "The FDA didn't do their job," he...

Having a pet is as good for your well-being as marriage — or making an extra $90K a year

A new study shows having a pet provides a massive boost in life satisfaction — and reveals the personality traits of dog and cat owners.

I 'gaslit myself' into losing 40 pounds — my mind trick method is obesity doc-approved

Leaha Ureel lost 40 pounds by "gaslighting" herself into being fit. Obesity expert Dr. Meghan Garcia-Webb explains how this mind trick works.

This 10-second 'vitals check' assesses for 'toxic' factors that are 'literally decreasing your lifespan'

Psychiatrist Dr. Judith shares techniques from her new book, "High Functioning," to help people live happier and healthier lives.

This pillow is designed just for screaming into — but does it really relieve stress?

The Post tested out The Shoutlet, a "portable voice suppression device" that dampens sound so you can scream your heart out.

I studied Hooters girls for a living — here’s what I learned about their well-being

What is it like to be a Hooters girl? Psychologist Dawn Szymanski reveals the psychological effects of working at the famous "breastaurant."

Sex expert teaches 'orgasm breath' method to biohacker expo — and says it releases stress, boosts energy

"It’s a somatic technique that is all about releasing insecure feelings, tense muscles or anxious feelings," Nadège told The Post.

Hot yoga teacher loses her job after telling influencer not to drink water — the dangers of being dehydrated

A hot yoga teacher found herself in hot water after scolding TikTok influencer Roma Abdesselam for prematurely hydrating. The incident sparked a heated discussion on yoga and hydration.

Why girls are underdiagnosed with autism — as Grimes, 37, reveals she just found out she’s on the spectrum

Canadian singer Grimes recently revealed her autism diagnosis at 37, highlighting a troubling trend where girls are often diagnosed much later in life — or not at all.

Majority of Gen Z and millennials are in a 'constant' state of worry — with 10% scheduling daily worrying time: survey

The survey of 2,000 general population Americans revealed that 10% of younger Americans (Gen Z and millennial respondents) schedule a specific time in their day to worry.

Night owls are more likely to be depressed — what you can do about it

A new study has shed light on why night owls are at greater risk of depression than early birds and has identified a few strategies that can help.

Over-60s who took these supplements had better memory than their twins

A new study found that taking a daily prebiotic supplement can improve scores in memory tests used to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. And to really control for genetic...