Who moved their cheese? A pivotal new study that subjected mice to a variety of diets found that genetic factors had a far greater effect on their life span than eating habits. “If you want to live a long time, there are things you can control within your lifetime such as diet, but really what…
Share on PinterestResearchers are saying that a simple cheek swab sample could hold key information about how a person is aging. Image credit: Courtney Hale/Getty Images. Scientists have long known that aging varies widely among individuals, influenced by genetics and lifestyle choices. Now, a new tool called CheekAge offers a simple, noninvasive way to predict…
There’s a lot that a healthy lifestyle can do for your longevity. But in old age, a big part of the equation comes down to genetics. A new study suggests only a small percentage of adults will live to 100, barring a big breakthrough. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized…
Let’s keep it 100 — your chances of becoming a centenarian are slim. Medical breakthroughs, public health achievements and better diets led to steep increases in global life expectancy in the 1800s and 1900s. But startling new research finds this momentum has slowed and the biggest boosts to longevity may be in the rearview mirror….
‘Til death do us part — but not for a long, long time. A young couple from the Midwest say they plan to live longer than anyone on the planet — and the life-loving pair are taking serious steps to get there. Kayla Barnes-Lentz, 33, co-owner of LYV the Wellness Space, an up to $1,000-a-month membership precision…
Plant polyphenols show promise in slowing aging, boosting brain health, and preventing age-related diseases through their powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, offering a natural approach to healthier aging and reduced pharmaceutical dependence. Study: Dietary Polyphenols as Anti-Aging Agents: Targeting the Hallmarks of Aging. Image Credit: marilyn barbone/Shutterstock.com In a recent review article published in Nutrients, researchers examined…
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT)- There is no age limit on having fun; seniors are showing that is true all week for the international active aging week. It’s a national week for senior citizens all over the United States, and the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation’s Community Center has lined up a week of outdoor and…
Lifestyle changes to diet, sleep, and exercise—paired with interventions like relaxation exercises and supplements—could reverse the aging process, according to recent research. Six women between the ages of 46 and 65 underwent an eight-week program that included alterations to diet, sleep, and exercise. They were also given relaxation guidance, women’s probiotic and phytonutrient supplements, and…
Woman eating a salad (© Prostock-studio – stock.adobe.com) MINNEAPOLIS – The secret to maintaining a sharp mind might be hiding in your kitchen. A new study suggests that following a specific diet could lower your risk of developing memory problems later in life. The diet in question? It’s called the MIND diet, and it might just be…
ABC7 News, Author at ABC7 Southwest Florida Healthy Living: Staying healthy as we age Justin Ceravolo, the owner of Cypress Wellness Pharmacy, joined ABC7 to discuss how we can achieve optimal health as we age Updated: 9:49 AM EDT Sep 19, 2024 >> WELL, EVERY PERSON ON THE PLANET. >> WE’RE OLDER EVERY DAY, OLR,…