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.
Everyday Food
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 are linked to more fat inside thigh muscles
In 666 adults around age 60, those who ate more ultra-processed foods had more fat inside their thigh muscles on MRI, independent of weight, calories and exercise. Muscle strength was not measured.
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, exercise and varied food raise odds of living to 100
In a Chinese study of adults over 80, those who did not smoke, exercised, and ate a varied diet had 61% higher odds of reaching 100. Healthy habits still seem to count late in life.
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…
Eating Smarter
What the world’s longest-lived people eat for breakfast
Research on centenarians’ diets suggests the world’s healthiest breakfast includes whole grains, such as oats, paired with plant-based proteins like…
Why broccoli keeps showing up as one of the healthiest foods you can eat
Novel dietary compound enhances stroke therapy by targeting platelets The study explores how sulforaphane (SFN), a compound found in broccoli,…
Longevity expert shares diet tips for a long and healthy life
Italian longevity expert, Valter Longo, highlights the importance of adopting a diet that promotes long-term health and longevity. Key recommendations…
Practical ways to eat more protein without tracking every meal
Incorporating more protein into your diet can be achieved through simple habits like starting meals with protein-rich foods, choosing snacks…
Mayo Clinic doctors link energy drinks to sudden cardiac arrest
A Mayo Clinic review found that 7 of 144 cardiac arrest survivors had drunk an energy drink shortly before their heart stopped. Most had inherited heart rhythm disorders, and the doctors advise these patients to avoid such drinks.
The brain reorganizes itself after 40 to optimize cognitive function
After age 40, the brain undergoes significant reorganization, integrating its networks more extensively. This shift aims to optimize function with…
Nutrition Science
videoDr Réginald Allouche blames an overloaded liver for weight gain
Dr Réginald Allouche argues that an overloaded liver drives weight gain. European guidelines confirm the link in the other direction: losing 5% to 10% of body weight clears liver fat and can reverse liver damage.
videoHestia’s robot chefs can cook, serve, and clean on their own
Hestia Technology Limited, a Hong Kong company founded in 2018, has built a fully automated kitchen that can handle every…
AI-generated recipes spark creativity
AI is increasingly being used in the culinary world to create innovative recipes, with mixed success. While some AI-generated dishes,…
Daily blueberries may improve memory, but results are mixed
Several clinical studies suggest that eating blueberries can support brain function. One randomized trial in middle-aged adults at higher risk…
Whole broccoli more effective for cancer prevention than supplements
Sulforaphane in broccoli found to target cancer stem cells Researchers at the University of Michigan discovered that sulforaphane, a compound…
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…