Kim Kardashian promotes hyperbaric oxygen therapy for longevity

Kim Kardashian has expressed a shift in her wellness focus toward longevity and cellular health, specifically highlighting her interest in hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The treatment involves using a pressurized chamber to deliver high concentrations of pure oxygen to the body.

While the therapy has been used for decades to treat specific medical conditions such as decompression sickness and carbon monoxide poisoning, it has gained popularity among celebrities and athletes for purported benefits like anti-aging, improved brain function, and faster physical recovery. High-profile users mentioned in relation to the trend include LeBron James, Michael Phelps, and biohackers like Bryan Johnson.

However, medical experts urge caution regarding the wellness-focused use of these devices. While the FDA has cleared hyperbaric oxygen therapy for 14 specific medical conditions, there is limited scientific evidence to support the broader claims made by wellness enthusiasts regarding longevity and general health optimization. Experts note a distinction between medical-grade hospital sessions and the portable, lower-pressure versions currently flooding the consumer market.