Aging
Research shows lifestyle is more important than genetics for lifespan and healthspan. Evidence-based ways to slow biological aging that improve daily life right away: more energy, better mood, deeper sleep, sharper focus, better health, and, through clearer thinking and steadier emotions, better relationships.
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Non-smoking, regular exercise, and a diverse diet significantly increase longevity
A study published in JAMA Network Open found that non-smoking, regular exercise, and a diverse diet significantly increase the likelihood…
Muscular strength found more crucial than cardio for longevity
Running, aerobic fitness has heart-boosting effects. Weight lifting are associated with lower overall rates of death and negative cardiovascular events. Moderate to vigorous physical activity, 1h+/week, significantly reduces mortality risk.
Learning multiple new skills can produce test scores comparable to adults 30 years younger
Older adults who learn multiple new skills simultaneously can achieve cognitive performance similar to adults 30 years younger. A UC Riverside study found that 3 months of intensive learning improved memory, attention, and cognitive control, with gains maintained up to one year later.
videoEpigenetics lets you control your genes through five simple lifestyle habits
Epigenetics proves your DNA is not your destiny. Learn the 5 lifestyle habits - diet, exercise, stress, pleasure, social bonds - that control your gene expression.
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Eating more vegetables, less bread and pasta, walking, taking supplements, can reduce your biological age
Supplements mentioned are: statins, vit D, zinc, fish oil and garlic.
Face aging software study finds women lose rated beauty sooner, men change little until about 50
A new analysis used face aging software to test how growing older changes how attractive people look. The software took…
Smart strength training after 50 keeps muscles strong and minds sharp
Building and preserving muscle is far more than a cosmetic pursuit. Muscle tissue is now recognized as a direct marker…
Five familiar habits can add a decade of disease-free life after 50
Sticking with five well-known behaviors, eating a plant-rich diet, exercising regularly, keeping weight in the healthy range, limiting alcohol and…
Building muscle strength to boost brain health
Building muscle strength enhances cognitive function in older adults A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society…
NAD supplements: what they are, what they do
Clear guide to NAD supplements: what they are, how they work, key evidence, safety, and limits. Learn if NAD supplements help and what remains unproven.
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Early speech pattern changes linked to cognitive decline
Aging affects word retrieval due to processing speed decline Research suggests that word-finding difficulties in aging are mainly due to…
The brain’s remarkable ability to rewire after 40
Age-related changes in brain network connectivity and cognitive decline A systematic review of resting-state functional brain networks across the adult…
Anti-aging advocate Bryan Johnson incorporates nutrient-rich algae in his diet
Bryan Johnson, an anti-aging advocate, regularly consumes nutrient-dense algae as part of his daily regimen, believing it supports his efforts…
Pill “Telomir-1” that may reverse aging helps two very sick senior dogs
A small rescue center in Florida reports that an experimental pill, created by Telomir Pharmaceuticals and tested with medical adviser…
Plant pigment phytoene helps worms live longer and eases Alzheimer’s-like damage
Researchers report that phytoene, a natural carotenoid pigment found in many fruits and vegetables, helped laboratory worms live longer and…
Protein interleukin-11 would extend lifespan by 25%
Scientists have developed a promising anti-aging drug that has been shown to extend lifespan by up to 25% in lab…