Your Genes Shape 55% of Your Lifespan, New Study Finds
A landmark Science study upends decades of research, finding genetics account for over half of lifespan variation once accidental deaths are separated from biological aging.
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A landmark Science study upends decades of research, finding genetics account for over half of lifespan variation once accidental deaths are separated from biological aging.
A 28-year study of 76,000 Swedes finds that following Nordic dietary guidelines cuts mortality by 23%. The diet also benefits the planet.
Romantic and social bonds don't just feel good. They lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and cut cardiovascular mortality risk by up to 42%.
Zone 2 cardio has been called the longevity exercise. But a 2025 narrative review challenges whether it's actually optimal. Here's what the latest evidence says.
Pentadecanoic acid (C15:0) shares cell-protective activities with rapamycin and metformin, and people in blue zones have significantly higher levels. Here's what the research shows.
Rigorous demographic analysis confirms blue zones are legitimate longevity laboratories, with lifestyle factors, not genetics, driving exceptional lifespans.
New research reveals that disrupted daily activity patterns may be an early warning sign for cognitive decline, with actionable steps to strengthen your biological clock.
Your mitochondria determine how energetic you feel and how well you age. Here's what damages them, what protects them, and how to optimize their function.
UC Berkeley researchers extended lifespan by 70% in elderly male mice using two existing compounds. Here's what this means for human longevity.
Research on 1,164 adults reveals that higher muscle mass correlates with younger brain age, while visceral fat accelerates cognitive aging. Here's what it means for your fitness strategy.
King's College London researchers found that higher blood levels of theobromine, a compound in dark chocolate, correlate with younger biological age across 1,669 adults.
A Welsh vaccination policy created a natural experiment revealing that the shingles vaccine may prevent dementia and slow its progression in those already diagnosed.