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Emerging Longevity Trends
This article explores recent research on CXCL9, a chemokine linked to chronic inflammation (inflammaging) in older adults. It highlights the association between elevated CXCL9 levels, declines in physical function, and increased mortality risk.
Emerging Longevity Trends
Discover how axolotl epigenetic clocks reveal their remarkable resistance to aging. Learn about the molecular mechanisms behind negligible senescence and the role of regeneration in reversing age-related changes.
Emerging Longevity Trends
FGF21 is a protein with numerous health benefits, but recent research shows it may also predict a higher risk of death. Learn what this means for aging and longevity.
Emerging Longevity Trends
Discover how mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are being used to counter the effects of aging, improve cellular health, and potentially extend lifespan.
Emerging Longevity Trends
Discover how OSER1, a FOXO-regulated protein, is revealing new possibilities for extending lifespans across species and fighting age-related diseases.
Emerging Longevity Trends
Discover how the genome of the Greenland shark, one of the longest-living animals on Earth, provides vital clues to understanding human longevity.
Spotlight
Learn how CRISPR gene editing could combat aging by targeting key genetic factors like telomere shortening, DNA damage, and mitochondrial dysfunction, potentially extending healthy lifespan.
Longevity Nutrition
This article explores the latest research on resveratrol, antioxidants, and their effects on aging, exercise, and cardiovascular health. It reevaluates the role of supplements in promoting longevity and suggests exercise and mild oxidative stress may be more beneficial than previously thought.
Longevity Nutrition
Metformin, widely used to treat diabetes, has shown potential in extending lifespan, improving brain health, and mimicking the effects of calorie restriction. Discover how this common drug could also be a key to slowing down aging.
Longevity Nutrition
Discover how brain signals control fat absorption and how puerarin, a natural compound from kudzu root, offers a potential breakthrough in obesity treatment by reducing fat intake in the gut.
Longevity Nutrition
Discover how Omega-3 fatty acids enhance the effectiveness of Vitamin B in reducing brain atrophy and cognitive decline. Learn about the vital connection for better brain health and aging.
Longevity Nutrition
This article summarizes Dr. Casey Means' speech, focusing on her critique of the U.S. healthcare system, nutrition education gaps, conflicts of interest in food guidelines, and the impact of environmental toxins on health.