Brain training is a popular way to keep the gray cells ticking, hopefully providing a way to stave off neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia. Now it seems that the benefits may not just be cognitive. One new study suggests that brain training can also improve physical wellbeing, specifically by reducing the risk of falls. Falls […]
No one really likes having a blood test, but it remains one of the most common diagnostic tools. Our blood tells us a lot about our body and health, including some of the most significant markers of biological age. What if we could analyze what’s going on in your blood vessels without all the needles,
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Arthritis is one of the most pervasive diseases of old age. It may not be lethal, but it is widespread and can have a significant impact on quality of life. It’s also hard to treat. Luckily, one new drug may represent a significant step forward in the management of osteoarthritis in particular, but also cell
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When it comes to skincare supplements, the market seems to be overflowing. It can be hard to decipher the research that does or doesn’t support various products, let alone decide what’s appropriate for you. Elevant is known for its science-based approach, formulated in partnership with the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, and its Insideout
Nightmares can be stressful when they happen, but could they actually have long-term health implications? New research suggests there may be a link between disturbed sleep in childhood and the development of neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s in older adults (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/unsettling-dreams-the-surprising-link-between-nightmares-and-dementia/). Everyone has bad dreams sometimes, and it’s not like we have a lot of
Substance abuse disorders can cause major damage not just to physical and mental health, but to every aspect of someone’s life, from their finances to their personal relationships. In a time when the world seems increasingly dangerous and unstable, particularly due to the Covid pandemic, many people are likely to find themselves at greater risk
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Iodine isn’t the most well-known of the chemical elements, so you may not realize it’s an essential part of your diet. Nevertheless, an iodine deficiency can cause all sorts of problems, from thyroid issues to intellectual disability. That means you need to know which foods can give you the iodine you need (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/iodine-rich-foods-a-key-component-of-a-balanced-diet/) and how
When we talk about exercise, we often hasten to tell you that it doesn’t have to be too strenuous. In fact, if you haven’t done a lot of exercise recently, we positively recommend starting slow. You don’t have to be running full speed to experience all sorts of benefits. Let’s look at what you can
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Some of the trickiest diseases to diagnose are those without symptoms. After all, if you can’t tell you’re sick, why would you go to the effort of getting yourself tested? That’s especially true if the diagnostic process is complicated or expensive, involving lots of doctors and equipment. That’s why being able to self-test even for
The use of AI and digital health solutions is spreading rapidly in the longevity industry, but that means it’s very easy for people, particularly the vulnerable people who would most benefit from access, to be left behind. One challenge facing researchers is how their discoveries can be made available to everyone (https://longevity.technology/news/bringing-biological-age-tracking-to-the-masses/). There are a
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