Forget The Walking Dead- the most persistant zombie apocalypse is happening inside your body right now. In the world of longevity science, there’s a group of cells that are quietly undermining your health, recovery, and how you age. They don’t send out a dramatic announcement or cause sudden symptoms. Instead, they linger, creating the perfect biological environment for inflammation, dysfunction, and accelerated ageing to thrive. Scientists call them senescent cells. Most o

We're all familiar with the usual suspects when it comes to skin ageing: sun exposure, smoking, stress. But what if one of the most significant — yet least-discussed — drivers of ageing is happening right on your dinner plate? It's a process called glycation, and it's essentially caramelising your skin from the inside out. As an aesthetic and longevity doctor with over two decades of clinical experience, I've seen firsthand how profoundly lifestyle impacts the way we age. And

As many of you know, I’ve been wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) as part of our new MAP Health Longevity testing. It’s been fascinating to see in real-time how my body responds to food, exercise, and sleep. But the most shocking discovery? My blood sugar spiked to its highest point all week, and I hadn’t eaten a single thing. What happened? Life happened. It was a day of back-to-back patients, culminating in a flat tyre on the way home. As I waited for the AA, frustr

Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like you’re aging faster than you should be? You’re doing all the right things—or so you think—but new lines seem to appear overnight, your skin lacks that youthful bounce, and you just look… tired. If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with a silent saboteur: inflammaging . le most important factor in how well we age. So, let’s break down what it is, why it’s suddenly everywhere, and what you can actually do about it. What

By Dr. Vix Manning Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right—eating well, exercising, even taking your supplements—but still struggle with nagging joint pain, brain fog, or a general sense of fatigue you just can’t shake? I’ve been there. As a doctor, I thought I had my health dialled in. I ate a healthy diet, took a daily fish oil supplement, and considered myself well-informed. So, you can imagine my shock when I tested my own omega-6 to omega-3 ratio and the re

And why this changes everything about medical weight loss Before I get into my own results, a quick note on the testing I’m referring to. What is MAP Health? MAP Health is a personalised health programme built around your body  — not generic advice. It combines three powerful data sources to create a plan you can actually follow: DNA (genetics):  your blueprint — how you’re wired to respond to nutrition, exercise, sleep and recovery Blood biomarkers:  what’s happening in your

When it comes to wellness, finding someone who truly understands the science behind health and the art of living well is a game changer. That’s exactly what I discovered when I met Dr Vix Manning - a passionate expert dedicated to helping people conquer inflammation, age gracefully, and build thriving wellness businesses. Today, I want to share her inspiring approach and practical tips that can transform your health and entrepreneurial journey. Why Wellness Expert Dr Manning

A new “Lancet” study has confirmed what many of us are now seeing in real life: most people who stop GLP-1 medication regain weight — and not  just a bit. On average, around 5.6kg within months of stopping.   For transparency: I’ve just stopped my own Mounjaro due to nocturnal hypoglycaemia; found when I had my glucose monitor on in December with MAP Health. So I’m writing this not only as a doctor, but as someone navigating this exact transition right now.   The reality chec

The twilight zone space between Christmas and New Year is deceptively challenging for your physiology. Late nights blur into lazy mornings, sugar and alcohol consumption peaks, travel disrupts routine, and even positive family gatherings add stress to your nervous system. You might notice: Waking bolt upright at 3–4am, mind racing Feeling simultaneously exhausted and unable to settle in the evening Reaching for carbs and sweet snacks more than usual Brain fog, muscle aches,

Aging is inevitable, but decline is optional. As a doctor and author of Busting the Code to Ageing: How to Win the Inflammation Game , my mission has always been to empower people to understand the root causes of ageing and take control of their health. That’s why I’m excited to announce my partnership with Vivorum—a brand that shares my obsession for evidence-based, cellular-level longevity. Why Vivorum Resonates With My Philosophy Vivorum stands out in a crowded market beca

When I first started my journey into health and wellness, I was amazed at how quickly the landscape was evolving. Every year, new technologies and discoveries seem to pop up, promising to help us live longer, feel better, and age gracefully. If you’re like me, always curious about the latest trends and breakthroughs, you’ll love diving into some of the most exciting innovations shaping our well-being today. Let’s explore these game-changers together and see how they can fit i

Let me ask you a question. When was the last time you woke up feeling truly energised; clear-headed, light, focused? Most people I work with, executives, professionals, even doctors can’t remember. They assume it’s just what happens with age. But what if that slow fade in energy, focus, and drive isn’t ageing at all? What if it’s inflammation? I often describe it like this: imagine a small campfire burning in your body. When it’s contained, it’s useful, that’s normal inflamma

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