Dr Valter Longo, director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California, recently shared that you should plan your dinner according to your bedtime. We should put our plates down three hours before bed, he advised ― any later, and our sleep (crucial for brain health) might be disrupted, and our bodies won’t…
The role of genetics in longevity is clear, but there is evidence that lifestyle changes can push chronic diseases into remission while dramatically reducing biological age. Leslie Kenny is living proof of this; though she will soon turn 60, biological tests suggest her body is that of a 21-year-old. The longevity researcher and founder of…
Longevity is a tricky term. It’s not just about genetics or a stroke of good luck; it’s all about balance. Many things come to mind when we speak about longevity. One would be the brain and its cognitive prowess. Then we have the heart, which is the number one killer, followed by cancer and metabolic…
Longevity is something so many of us aspire to achieve, and aside from factors such as age, race and gender, there are plenty of things people can do to boost their chances of a long lifespan. Indeed, research shows that lifestyle choices play a significant role in how we age, for example, exercise routines, social…
February is Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month, and the best time has come to bring more focus to habits in life which can improve general health. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is paramount, and one need not make drastic changes, so small changes can bring about a lot of difference. Dr. Spoorthi, an internal medicine specialist from…
As scientists make progress in longevity research, the focus is gradually shifting toward improving health span. In other words, researchers are interested in extending the number of years people live free of disease rather than simply extending their lifespan. Stem cell scientist Christian Drapeau has highlighted crucial indicators of healthy ageing, particularly targeting those in…
Longevity is influenced by different factors. Some cannot be controlled – such as age and gender – and some can, such as diet and alcohol intake. A 75-year-old man discussed his longevity and how he has aged graciously. He put down his success to following six principles which form the abbreviation SHIELD – sleep, handling…
For years, weight loss has been a central focus of health discussions but new research suggests that being in shape is far more important for longevity than being thin. A comprehensive study has found that being out of shape significantly increases the risk of early death—regardless of age or body mass index (BMI). New research…
It’s no secret that the key to reaching 100 – or beyond – lies in a healthy diet, regular exercise and smart lifestyle choices. Scientists suggest that while genetics account for approximately a quarter of the variation in lifestyle, the majority is down to how we look after our bodies. Emily McDonald, a neuroscientist and…
In an exclusive conversation with India Today, world-renowned doctor, Professor Shitij Kapur busts myths around longevity and points to the importance of lifestyle in improving outcomes. He speaks about how mental health problems have a stigma attached not just in India but also in the West, and how solving crossword puzzles will not help prevent…