Ani Freedman

About Ani Freedman

Ani Freedman is Editor of Daily News & Digital Content for ATN. Previously, she reported on health and wellness for Fortune Magazine, covering fitness, mental health, the latest in health science and more. Her reporting for InDepthNH.org on environmental pollution and local politics earned her multiple awards, including the nationally recognized Community Champion award from the Institute for Nonprofit News. She is a graduate of Columbia Journalism School and Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

Having a Younger Biological Age Is Linked to Better Brain Health

A preliminary study found that having a lower biological age compared to chronological age is associated with decreased risk of stroke and better cognitive performance.

Thorne gut health test kit

Thorne Scraps At-Home Kits, Plans Biomarker Testing

Supplement giant Thorne is scrapping its at-home test kits, instead looking to invest in biomarker testing for more personalized insights.

Former Hims Execs Are Betting on the Fiber Boom With Sweetener Pouches

Hims co-founder Hilary Coles and former marketing head Emily Boschwitz have launched Poca, a fiber-filled, zero-calorie syrup sweetener.

UK Groups Push To Make Gyms Safer for Women

ukactive and Sport England have created a playbook to help fitness facilities establish more welcoming spaces for women and girls.

Gatorade Goes Low Sugar, Tapping Into a Booming Market

Gatorade is the latest — and perhaps the biggest — brand to lean into growing consumer demand for better-for-you drinks.

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ISSA Lands Exclusive Deal To Scale Personal Training in India

Global certification giant ISSA will serve as Cult.fit’s exclusive certified personal trainer education provider in India.

Whoop Plans Hiring Spree Across Departments

Whoop plans to add more than 600 roles this year, nearly doubling its workforce as part of a push to "own" the health-monitoring category.

SuppCo co-founders Steve Martocci and Nick Michlewicz

The Supplement Industry Is Getting a New Independent Certification Program

Supplement products that meet or exceed 95% of their labeled active ingredient claims will earn a "Tested by SuppCo" certification.

Alo Partners With Female-Owned Fitness Studios for Women’s Day Activation

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Alo is hosting classes at over 100 female-owned fitness studios across nine different countries.

Legislators Push To Create a Mens’ Health Department in US Government

If passed, the State of Men’s Health Act would establish an Office of Men’s Health within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.