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It’s normal to lose some muscle mass as we age. It’s called sarcopenia, and this condition can start as early as your 30s. If you’re physically inactive you can lose as much as three to five percent of your muscle mass each decade after the [...]

When medical folks offer advice about healthy aging, they often focus on ways to keep your heart and brain healthier. Of course, those are crucial for a longer, more enjoyable life. But there’s another part of your anatomy just as vital to your well-being… your [...]

Whether it's a 79-year-old zipping along on his scooter, an 83-year-old chasing her hens up a hill, or a 100-year-old doing yard work, the people of a small village in Italy know how to live a long life and remain healthy throughout, with virtually no [...]

Astronauts and U.S. presidents share something in common. Both are required to have a scan taken of their coronary arteries to see how much calcium is deposited. That’s because the scan is considered the most robust predictor of a potentially fatal heart attack. A high [...]

As you get older, an array of health problems lie in wait ready to do you in. Many of them are linked to inflammation – destructive misbehavior of your immune system. And you may have heard the term “inflammaging” – which refers to the danger [...]

As we get older, things change in the body – most often, not for the better. For instance: The genetic material in every cell of the body can shift its activity in ways that are harmful and make you more vulnerable to disease. And old [...]

Research described as "a major landmark" and "a milestone in the field" restored lost vision in old mice by restoring damaged cells in the eye to a youthful state. This is the first time any treatment has succeeded in accomplishing this, and to say scientists [...]

Diet soda first made an appearance in the 1970s, and ever since there has been much debate about its benefits (if any) and safety. Some say it’s better to slurp down a diet soda than to drink one laden with sugar, while others contend that [...]

For anyone seeking the best foods for fighting the aging process, there’s one fruit that stands out above other fruits and vegetables. It’s overflowing with antioxidants and other natural chemicals that help the body fight off cellular damage and illness. And a wealth of research [...]

There are hundreds, if not thousands, of compounds in plants that have antioxidant activity. Some are familiar, like vitamins C and E. Others, like coenzyme Q10 and lipoic acid, are less well known, unless you’re a health buff. Many are obscure to just about all [...]

From fruit flies to mice to monkeys, scientific research shows calorie restriction consistently lengthens life. Studies suggest calorie restriction can also lengthen the lives of humans, too, but the extremely low level of food intake you’re allowed is not sustainable. Fortunately, new research has unlocked [...]

[Editor’s Note: Part one of this article covered how infrared saunas have been clinically shown to cut the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and even burn 600 calories. To review part one, please click here.] Most of us don't sweat enough regularly. We live in air [...]

Who would have thought that bodybuilders might have a secret anti-aging weapon tucked away in their gym bags? Researchers have discovered that a favorite supplement of the muscle-bound also promotes healthy aging and extends life span … at least in mice. Now, normally, I don’t [...]

In measuring your health and longevity, many healthcare practitioners take into consideration your BMI – Body Mass Index – a measurement that reflects the ratio of your weight compared to your height. But now, researchers believe there’s another body measurement that’s far more significant than [...]

If you’re eating the standard American diet, I’ve got important news. Instead of nutrient-dense whole foods, most of the calories you’re consuming are in the form of “ultra-processed” food. Unfortunately, the Harvard School of Public Health points out that the ingredients used in these foods [...]

Scientists have published a groundbreaking study which could unlock the secret to living for a century and beyond — all while avoiding illness and remaining healthy the entire time. If you’re doubting the validity of such claims, I don't blame you. It sounds too good [...]