By StudyFinds In what might be the best return on investment since Bitcoin’s early days, scientists have discovered that every hour of walking could yield up to six hours of additional life. Unlike cryptocurrency, however, this investment is guaranteed by the laws of human biology….
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Vitamin C, long hailed for its immune-boosting properties, is now emerging as a powerhouse for skin health and hormone balance. Groundbreaking research reveals this humble nutrient’s ability to not only protect and rejuvenate skin but also potentially regenerate hormones. The Quest…
By Study Finds Can the power of positive thinking actually help you live longer? A new study suggests it’s not just about thinking happy thoughts, but about developing a resilient mindset that can weather life’s storms. In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, the…
By Neva Béraud-Peigné, Université Paris-Saclay; Alexandra Perrot, Université Paris-Saclay, and Pauline Maillot, Université Paris Cité Have you ever thought about why we have a brain? The obvious answer might be “to think”. But scientist Daniel Wolpert came up with a completely different explanation at the…
By Study Finds Stretching every day might just add years to your life, it seems. A new study has uncovered an intriguing connection between body flexibility and longevity in middle-aged adults. The research suggests that individuals with greater overall body flexibility may have a lower…
By Chris Melore Ladies, if you’re looking to add years to your life, it might be time to embrace the Mediterranean diet. Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital have found wide-ranging benefits from sticking with this popular diet, including lowering the chances of dying from…
By Study Finds Low-calorie diets could slow down the pace of aging and have as much of an impact on health as quitting smoking, a new study suggests. Researchers at Columbia University say eating less calories slows down the aging process by two to three…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira If you want the secret to a healthier life, it might be a move to the mountains. A new study finds the two million people who live at an elevation of more than 4,500 meters — about the height of Mount Rainier,…
By Chris Melore Drinking more water each day could be the secret to aging slower and living longer. A new study has found that people who stay hydrated suffer from fewer chronic illnesses and have longer lifespans than those who don’t get enough fluids. The…
By John Anderer Want to feel younger? New research from the University of Michigan suggests you may want to invest in some weights and begin a strength training course. According to a recent study, weak muscles could be just as influential on your long-term health…
By John Anderer How does what we eat influence how we age? It’s a relatively simple question, but researchers from Columbia University report the answer is exceedingly complex. For example, eating an apple is a good idea nutritionally, but that’s just one choice among countless…
By John Anderer If you want robust cognition and sharp thinking skills in old age, a recent study finds that a proper exercise routine will go a long way toward keeping your brain young – no matter how old you are. Scientists at UC San…
By Mac Slavo Life expectancy across all groups in the United States has fallen 2.7 years from 2019 to 2021. This is the largest two-year decrease in 100 years, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released Wednesday. Life…
By John Anderer If living into your 90s seems to run in the family, don’t just assume that means you will too. Our genetics make us who we are, but new research from the University of California, San Diego finds exercise trumps genes when it comes…
By Study Finds Humanity has been searching for the fountain of youth for seemingly as long as time itself. For centuries we’ve been chasing ever-elusive longevity, and along the way countless strategies have been concocted. How to live longer is a popular question on Google,…
Bacteria and other microorganisms in the digestive tract are linked with dozens of health conditions including high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and body mass index (BMI) according to research presented today at ESC Congress 2020.1 “Our study indicates that microbiota might have an important…
By Charalampos (Babis) Rallis, University of Essex Humans are living longer than ever before. But alongside these increases in life expectancy are an increase in the occurrence of age-related diseases such as cancer and dementia. But understanding the biology of ageing, and knowing the genes…
Drinking tea at least three times a week is linked with a longer and healthier life, according to a study published today in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).1 “Habitual tea consumption is associated with lower…
By Amanda Froelich After becoming a centenarian, you automatically gain a new level of respect. Ageism falls by the wayside and instead, people beg to know the secrets of a long, healthy life. Well, according to 108-year-old Dorothy Flowers, the secret is plenty of champagne…
By Heather Callaghan, Editor Despite previous research diminishing sleep needs or advocating early rising – you can now rest easy. Chuck away advice from productivity and routine gurus that say to wake up at the same time every morning – you can catch extra “ZZZZs” this weekend…
