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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

A Longevity Expert Breaks Down the Science and Hype of Biological Aging Tests

Calculating biological age is core to the advancements in the science of aging, providing insight into the pace of an individual's aging process and potential health risks.
Health
Alternative medicine
fromNature
1 month ago

Anti-ageing effects of popular supplement taurine challenged

The study challenges the link between taurine levels and ageing, suggesting no need for supplements if diet is adequate.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Young researcher's ALS attack plan is now a no-go - Harvard Gazette

Rich is particularly drawn to Sinclair's approach, as it's unique and challenging conventional thought in medicine on how to address aging-related diseases comprehensively.
SF politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Young at Heart: Not Just the Stuff of Fairy Tales

Subjective age, how old we feel versus our chronological age, significantly influences our happiness and well-being, suggesting that youthfulness in perspective can lead to greater life satisfaction.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Life in the old dog yet: how biotech firms are looking to extend the lives of our pets

The growing market for pet longevity products reflects a desire among owners to extend their pets' lives, but motives are mixed.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
6 months ago

Setting your thermostat below this temperature could cause mental decline, scientists claim

Indoor temperatures between 20°C and 24°C are crucial for protecting cognitive function and reducing dementia risk in older adults.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago

Have We Reached Peak Human Life Span?

According to the new research in Nature Aging, life expectancy rates have been increasing but are now starting to plateau. The study analyzed data from various countries known for longevity, revealing that while life expectancies have risen, the rate of increase is slowing down, indicating we may be nearing the biological limits of human lifespan.
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