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How to get the right diagnosis and the right doctor

How to get the right diagnosis and the right doctor

A hearing loss story and a practical process to reduce diagnostic delays: who to ask for help, which tests to clarify, and how to coordinate care.

How I evaluate drugs for longevity and long term health

How I evaluate drugs for longevity and long term health

A practical framework for deciding which habits and drugs make sense for longevity, using risk benefit analysis, biomarkers, and caution around metformin.

Five ingredients to make pores look less visible at home

Five ingredients to make pores look less visible at home

Pores do not open and close, but they can look smaller. Learn how to use azelaic acid, salicylic acid, AHAs, retinoids, and sulfur without irritation.

CRISPR in pediatrics: from lab work to real cures today

CRISPR in pediatrics: from lab work to real cures today

A new center aims to speed CRISPR therapies for rare childhood disease. Learn the case of a treated infant and the safety steps involved.

Skin routine: three daily steps that actually work

Skin routine: three daily steps that actually work

Simplify skincare with a gentle cleanser, a basic moisturizer, and daily sunscreen. Learn how to choose textures, read SPF, and avoid waste.

Dental bridge care: how to clean it and floss properly

Dental bridge care: how to clean it and floss properly

A bridge can trap plaque under pontics and around abutments. Learn a daily routine with floss threaders, brushes, and fluoride support.

Light and health: a practical guide to circadian timing

Light and health: a practical guide to circadian timing

Light sets your internal clock, shapes sleep, and modulates hormones. Learn when to seek bright light and when to dim it for better sleep.

Biological age tests: what they measure and how to use them

Biological age tests: what they measure and how to use them

Biological age tests can motivate change, but results vary and often reflect the past. Learn how to interpret them and prioritize proven markers.

Unapproved peptides: legal and safety risks explained

Unapproved peptides: legal and safety risks explained

Many peptides are marketed like supplements, but they can be unapproved drugs. Understand the rules, product quality, and your risk tolerance.

Heal your inner child without fighting your nervous system

Heal your inner child without fighting your nervous system

Understanding your patterns is not enough if your body stays on alert. Learn to build safety, sustain new choices, and heal in secure relationships.

Valsalva maneuver: when to use it for heavy lifts

Valsalva maneuver: when to use it for heavy lifts

Valsalva is not the enemy. Used well it boosts performance and protects your spine. Learn how to manage pressure and exhale with control.

Brain health: boost neuroplasticity every single day

Brain health: boost neuroplasticity every single day

Your brain adapts through prediction errors, sleep, and steady fuel. Use novelty, movement, and real food to protect memory and focus.

Medical AI and risk testing for a longer, better life

Medical AI and risk testing for a longer, better life

Medical AI is speeding discovery and improving clinical work. Risk tests are becoming more accessible. Use them to motivate habits, not chase biohacks.

Creatine: realistic dosing and evidence based benefits

Creatine: realistic dosing and evidence based benefits

Creatine has evidence, but it is not a hack. What to expect from 5 g per day, why megadosing is not worth it, and how to use it without marketing.

Exercise for longevity: clear strength and VO2 targets

Exercise for longevity: clear strength and VO2 targets

Turn exercise into a measurable prescription: minutes, intensity, strength progress, and VO2. Use benchmarks to adjust the plan when you are not improving.