Food
Food is the foundation of health and daily mood. Research highlights the importance of proteins, the risks of ultra-processed foods, and evidence-based ways to optimize metabolism and energy.
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Plant protein and fish are linked with longer life, while red and processed meat raise risk
A recent media claim said that eating a lot of animal protein speeds aging. The idea has some truth, but…
Ultra-processed foods linked to weaker muscles and higher fat in thighs
A UCSF study finds eating ultra-processed foods adds fat to thigh muscles, making them weaker and raising arthritis risk, even if you exercise.
videoMeal timing and food choices that support health
Intermittent Fasting (IF): Eating within a restricted time window, like 16–20 hours of fasting daily, helps activate longevity pathways, reduce…
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…
Diet plays a bigger role in weight loss than exercise
Role of physical activity in weight loss for people with obesity remains modest but beneficial Exercise, particularly aerobic training, contributes…
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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…
Why older people gain weight as fat and muscle change
Aging can make fat gain easier because fat turnover slows, muscle falls, and daily energy use declines. That helps explain later-life weight gain, but no single mechanism explains it all.
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Drinking more coffee or tea is linked to less frailty in old age
A study found that higher consumption of caffeine-containing beverages, such as coffee and tea, during midlife is associated with a…
Genes may explain why some people go vegetarian
A large genome-wide association study suggests that the choice to follow a strictly vegetarian diet is influenced not only by…
Matcha can be healthy in small, unsweetened servings, say experts
Matcha is a safe, potentially beneficial drink when used in moderation and without added sugar, but its reputation still runs…