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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Lifting weights boosts brain function
Contrary to the stereotype of weightlifting being associated with brute strength, research shows that regular weight training can improve…
Not smoking, moving regularly, and eating varied foods add the most years to your life
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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New anti-aging supplements aim to extend healthy years
The longevity industry is rapidly expanding, with advances in cellular reprogramming, AI, and big data pushing the boundaries of anti-aging…
Neuroplasticity and aging: your brain can still change
Neuroplasticity and aging show the brain can still change in adult life. Practice, challenge, and attention help, but plasticity is not magic.
Biohackers like Bryan Johnson take NMN supplements to help reverse ageing
NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) supplements are popular for their purported anti-ageing benefits, yet there is insufficient human research to support these…
Simple diet and lifestyle changes can lower 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…
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Bryan Johnson added algae to his daily routine as part of his anti-aging protocol
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…
Blocking one protein extended mouse lifespan by 25%
Scientists have developed a promising anti-aging drug that has been shown to extend lifespan by up to 25% in lab…
For older adults, very long daily fasts were linked to higher heart death risk
Time restricted eating means limiting food to a set daily window, for example eating within 8 to 12 hours and…
Rapamycin may slow aging in animals and help older immune systems
Rapamycin is a credible anti aging candidate based on strong animal data and early human immune results, but it is not yet proven to extend human lifespan. More randomized trials in people are in progress.