Longevity & Wellness
A cheap drug may boost longevity by protecting against common age-related diseases
Metformin, a drug that has been used since the 1950s to treat diabetes, has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects…
Is all-vegetarian the best diet choice for brain health? A new study raises questions
It's one thing to know about individual food items in relation to health and longevity. But we also bring to…
Ageism in healthcare and beyond: Have we learned nothing from COVID?
Chaos in nursing homes. Vaccination rates, and standards of care, all over the place. And the horrifying outcome: over 900,000…
Are longevity clinics just a fad? What should you be looking for?
In late March, New York longevity clinic Modern Age closed its doors, after less than three years of operation. The…
Be mindful: Top 10 foods to boost brain health and ward off cognitive decline
We recently reported on foods not to eat to protect your brain health as you age. But the good news…
Ultra-processed foods – like cookies, chips, frozen meals and fast food – may contribute to cognitive decline
We know that certain foods are, in a general way, good for us. But it's always helpful to get more…
A reboot for your immune system? It may actually be possible
Here's an important story that starts with a precisely targeted project that doesn't involve aging, but then carries massive implications…
Drones delivering drugs? It’s starting to happen
"We're creating a future for our patients where getting a prescription filled is as simple as pressing a button." That's…
A blood test that screens for multiple cancers at once promises to boost early detection
One of the important contributors to longevity is dramatic advances in testing, screening and early diagnosis of age-related illness and…
Just 30 minutes less sitting time per day reduces blood pressure
We're constantly amazed by how new research keeps proving that even small amounts of physical activity can produce big dividends.…
The campaign to make “longevity medicine” more accessible
Cardiology is a recognized medical discipline. So is neurology. So is — if you want to get closer to home…
Can using a hearing aid improve your longevity?
Several studies have shown a link between hearing loss and risk of premature death. A good example is this study,…
Nutritional Superheroes: Serve up flavonoid-rich foods to boost longevity
Caption: New research shows that phytochemicals found colorful fruits and vegetables may lower risk for chronic disease and mortality from…
Food as medicine: Healthy herbs and super spices
We’ve talked a lot about the healing power of food, from enhancing sleep to helping to fight cancer, and even…
Longevity Escape Velocity: Could we be approaching immortality?
How far can longevity go? 100 is already a done deal. 120 is very rare but increasingly believable. How about…
Foods that help to fight cancer
Cancer, the leading cause of death worldwide, has made headlines recently with word from Britain that now two members of…
Foods to help you live longer, stronger, better
The familiar adage “You are what you eat” becomes even more relevant as you age. Afterall, research suggests that loading…
Biological age is a better health indicator than the number of years you’ve lived
Do you ever wake up some days and think, “When I was younger, I could survive on just four hours…
Is this protein a key to longevity?
A protein called sirtuin 6 (SIRT6) regulates several important cellular pathways, including glucose metabolism, inflammation and DNA repair. So it…
Foods to help you sleep better (and possibly live longer)
Sleep is not merely “rest for the weary,” but a critical component for healthy aging. In fact, multiple studies show…
4 promising longevity-boosting drugs investors are sleeping on
With all the focus and (justified) excitement about new research breakthroughs on slowing down or reversing aging, are there already…
Can you learn how to be an optimist?
It's known that having a positive attitude contributes strongly to longevity. Optimists have stronger immune function, better cardiovascular health, and…
5 exercise mistakes to avoid if you’re over 50
Exercise and fitness is a permanent topic for the SuperAger. And it obviously deserves to be. Fortunately, there is an…
Study: Daily fiber supplement improves older adults’ brain function in just 12 weeks
A daily fiber supplement boosted brain function in people over 60, and did it in just 12 weeks. As reported…
Blue Zones guru: Here’s the hobby you should take up to live to 100
We've reported often, both in our book and here, here and here, on the Blue Zone approach to longevity. Physical…
Over 50? Here’s the vaccine every doctor wants you to get
With all the publicity about the importance of COVID vaccines, and also the importance of getting the annual flu shot,…
AI powers a virtual companion for people 75+
We've written here before about how AI is being used to provide virtual companionship for older people, especially those over…
Higher education level linked to slowing down aging, living longer
It's not exactly revolutionary to observe that more education can produce more benefits to overall lifestyle -- social, cultural, economic.…
A diet that mimics fasting may reduce biological age
Do you know about FMD? The letters stand for Fast-Mimicking Diet. It's a diet that mimics the effects of fasting…
Dementia discovery could unlock successful new treatments
We've had quite a few articles about dementia research lately -- here, here and here -- because so many new…
Can this one vegetable help you live to 100?
If you've followed journalist and National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner's Blue Zones, you know that one of the regions in…
Can scientists finally treat memory loss?
There's a constant stream of new research about slowing down Alzheimer's, or preventing it entirely. But what about treatment if…
Study: Playing an instrument promotes better brain health in older adults
"If music be the food of love," wrote Shakespeare, "play on!" Today he might write, "If music be the food…
Top nutritionist offers 5 tips to keep your gut microbiome healthy
We're reading more and more about the gut microbiome, and its role in promoting wellness and, ultimately, longevity. But what…
AI may predict health emergencies, not just issue alerts when they happen
Older adult falls are a major health issue. One in four older adults will fall each year -- that's 36…
How are new discoveries doing in human trials? Here’s a valuable update
We're constantly reporting on new research breakthroughs in the biology of aging -- trying to figure out, and hopefully slow…
Could coffee grounds be a key to preventing Alzheimer’s?
A new study, reported here and here, shows that caffeic-acid-based Carbon Quantum Dots (CACQDs), made from coffee grounds, "may be…
Is President Joe Biden a SuperAger?
Forget the politics, pro or con -- what we love here, of course, in this great article on MedPageToday, is…
New study shows exercise mobilizes anti-inflammation cells
In 1902, researchers discovered a spike of white cells in the blood of Boston marathon runners. Ever since then, researchers…
Should 2024 be the year you get a grip?
When you think about "strength," you usually envision large muscles and weightlifting. But this article, from mindbodygreen.com, makes a fascinating…
From”anti-aging” to “longevity”: Cosmetics industry wants to reverse skin aging
The term "anti-aging" has long been a staple in the skin care industry. There is a huge array of lotions,…
From attitude to exercise and diet, top 11 longevity tips from 2023
If you're a SuperAger, you're always on the lookout for new information and new ideas. Longevity doesn't sit still --…
12 workouts to try this year (gym strictly optional)
Exercise is a constant theme for SuperAgers. And thankfully, there's a growing realization that there's a huge range of possibilities…
Want to live to 100? Here’s the one thing you should never do
One of our seven A's of SuperAging is Attachment -- maintaining relationships and forming new ones. Research now shows it…
Longevity clinics are springing up everywhere. But what are they, exactly?
One of the fastest-growing new formats for health care is the longevity clinic -- a medical practice devoted (usually exclusively)…
Study: How your personality type may protect you from dementia
There's no shortage of research on the physical dynamics of dementia -- right down to what happens (or doesn't happen)…
XPrize will award $111 million for healthy longevity
From private space flight to innovative ways to clean up the environment, the XPRIZE Foundation has distributed some $150 million…
Hot fitness trend for older adults: Ballet (yes, really)
Google "ballet for seniors" -- and yet get 26 million results in 0.43 seconds. Who knew? But as reported here…
Can slowing down “jumping genes” extend human life?
In an exciting new study, reported here, researchers have learned that managing transposable elements in DNA can extend lifespan. Transposable…
Study: Any activity – even sleeping – is better for your heart than sitting
We all know -- and we've reported on this many times -- that sitting all day long is bad for…
Study: Reducing salt by just one teaspoon a day can lower blood pressure as much as medication
It's not news that reducing sodium intake can lower blood pressure. But a new study shows that even a small…
Home care providers find it tougher than expected to get tech buy-in
Everyone knows that technology is going to transform the home-based care industry. Right? Remote patient monitoring, family portals to enable…
It’s vaccine time – do you have all the latest information?
It's flu time -- officially called "respiratory virus season" -- so it's important to make sure you have the latest…
Study: Calorie reduction can boost longevity at the cellular level
It's well known that calorie reduction is associated with longevity. Some of the benefits are self-evident: weight loss, increased energy.…
No time to walk 10,000 steps? Try this instead
Walking 10,000 steps a day has become one of those simplistic fitness goals that confers significant health and longevity benefits.…
Sex may protect brain health of older adults
Can your sex life, as a SuperAger, influence your brain health? A recent study, reported here, suggests the answer is…
Could a promoter of longevity be … pickleball?
Yes, says no less an authority than Dan Beuttner, founder of the Blue Zones. As reported here, he cites a…
Study: Centenarians have lower levels of these 3 key blood compounds
Researchers are always looking for common denominators found in centenarians -- biological, social, even financial. Though direct cause-and-effect can be…
Inside the brains of “super-agers”: Why no signs of cognitive decline?
A surprising number of people 100 and older show little or no signs of cognitive decline. Researchers call them "cognitive…
Scientists say more longevity research will save trillions in healthcare costs
In August, a longevity summit was held in Dublin. One of the encouraging things to emerge from it was the…
Time to fire your doctor? How to behave like a consumer when it comes to health care
As a consumer, it's routine to comparison-shop. To apply tough-minded evaluations of price, quality and service. To switch brands or…
Sync your devices? OK – but how about syncing your body?
Did you know that your body has multiple internal clocks? And that getting them all synced up may be as…
Should Vitamin D be your longevity supplement of choice?
From Blue Zone diets to to biohacking, from supplements you can buy in the local drug store to plasma injections…
Do you need a longevity team? Who would be on it?
In the traditional model of aging (which, in our book, we call DefaultAging), except for your doctor you don't really…
For the first time ever, 10% of Japan’s population is 80 or older
We've reported here previously that Japan represents an ongoing sneak preview of longevity and its implications. It's already the "oldest"…
AI and longevity: Get ready for a flood of action
Several weeks ago, we wrote about the impact of AI on longevity. The main focus was AI's ability to quickly…
Scientists identify blood factor that can rejuvenate aging brain
Scientists have identified three influences that enhance cognition as we age: "young blood," the longevity hormone klotho, and exercise. But…
“Start fidgeting!” It can actually promote longevity
Sometimes it's fun to post an article here for no other reason than the fact that...well, that it's fun. We…
Want to live longer? Read more books
We all know -- in a general sort of way -- that reading more is a Good Thing. But can…
Mind the gap: Can a focus on “age” rather than “generation” reduce the hostility?
What if the SuperAging revolution causes us to stop thinking in terms of "generations"? Can focusing on "age" itself --…
AI now helping to identify new drugs to slow down aging
One of the most exciting areas of research on slowing down -- or even reversing -- aging, is the field…
How AI is playing a role in identifying new longevity-boosting drugs
One of the most exciting areas of research on slowing down -- or even reversing -- aging, is the field…
Top highlights from the 2023 Dublin Longevity Summit
It shouldn't be surprising that longevity is becoming a hot topic in the conference industry. Longevity "summits" bring together scientists,…
Beyond 8 hours a night: the key elements of healthy sleep
Most people know that getting a good night's sleep is an important factor in promoting longevity. This has been supported…
Just 3-4 minutes of vigorous daily physical activity can cut cardio-related death risk in half
Ever heard of VILPA? It stands for Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity. And according to recent research, reported here, just…
We asked AI to tell us the top tech trends for longevity. Here’s what it said
With so much hype -- and fear -- around AI, we wondered if it could play a helpful role in…
New research suggests positive thinking promotes memory recovery
We know optimism promotes longevity: there’s a considerable body of research to show that people with positive attitudes as they…
Has Covid-19 learning paved the way for an explosion in new vaccines?
As reported here, the research work done to develop the covid vaccines has effectively compressed 15 years’ worth of learning…
Exciting new research for treating cancer and diabetes
As reported here, Yale University researchers found that taking the drug osimertinib once a day after surgery can cut the…
AI is speeding up the slowing down of aging
AI is all over the news today. Overhyped? Underplayed? Replacement for humans? Threat to civilization itself? Or powerful but benign?…
Hypothalamic protein called menin may play key role in aging
Scientists are always learning new things about the nature of aging, at the cellular level, and new research from Xiamen…
New study suggests regular internet usage can lower the risk of dementia
A new study published by the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society claims that older adults who “regularly” use the…
Can our rate of aging fluctuate? And if so, can blood be the key to slowing it down?
We know that our condition of “health” is fluid. At any given moment, we may be ill. Or on the…
Researchers speed up, slow down aging in mice
Scientists at Xiamen University have found that a hypothalamic protein called menin may play a key role in aging.The hypothalamis…
FDA approves Elon Musk's Neuralink for clinical trials
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first human trials for Neuralink, the company founded by Elon…
Researchers discover – and can block – protein complex that inhibits DNA repair
The cells in our body have a precise mechanism that repairs DNA damage. That damage is a constant reality, coming…
How positive thinking can promote memory recovery
We know positive thinking promotes longevity, in a general sense. But now add some exciting specifics: people who think positively…
Is the first person to live to 150 already alive?
The answer may be "Yes!" Who says so? No less an authority than the director of the Harvard Medical School's…
Can you stand on one leg for 10 seconds?
It may be a predictor of longevity. Can you do it? Try this test! Stand on one foot (use either…
Longevity is no longer a novelty; it’s becoming an expectation
As more and more people reach 100, it’s clear that more and more people expect to reach 100. And expect others…