Longevity - Page 18

March 8, 2024

To live longer, do these 5 things every day, says a brain health expert

There are some things people can do to extend their lives. Dr. Gary Small, a memory, brain and aging expert at Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey, shares the five most important behaviors.

March 4, 2024

Retired chocolate store manager, 93, revisits her career for a day thanks to assisted living home

An English woman got to relive her younger life after her assisted living home set up a pop-up chocolate store similar to the one she worked at for decades.

February 29, 2024

Fasting-like diet could slow the aging process, study suggests: ‘Living longer and healthier’

A fasting-like diet could help slow down aging and reduce the risk of certain diseases, according to researchers from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.

February 22, 2024

Make Herbert Hoover great again: What others can learn from one man's post-presidency

Jared Cohen, bestselling author, reveals the full life of President Herbert Hoover, who accomplished a great deal during his post-White House years — far beyond the Great Depression and "Hoovervilles."

February 3, 2024

Birds as symbols of wisdom — and what the owl can tell us about ourselves

It’s common to think of owls as wise. Where did this idea originate and why do we often call older people "wise old owls"? Here's a deep dive into the bird, the natural world and more.

February 2, 2024

Music could be the secret to fighting off dementia, study says: ‘Profound impact’

Researchers at the University of Exeter discovered that people who “engage in music" over the course of their lives tend to have improved memory and better overall brain health as they age.

February 1, 2024

After they leave the White House, what should America do with our ex-presidents?

Leaders come and go in America. But what's a former president to do after leaving the White House? Jared Cohen explores the engaging topic in an exclusive excerpt from his book, "Life After Power."

January 26, 2024

Want to live longer? Focus on your 'healthspan' not your lifespan

The average lifespan for Americans has increased from 75 to 77. But while they are living longer, many Americans are not staying healthy. What we want to aim for is quality of life.

January 19, 2024

Dolly Parton’s birthday celebrated in style with ponies, cowboy hats and costumes at Michigan senior home

A senior living facility hosts a week-long celebration leading up to Dolly Parton's birthday on Jan. 19. Events include a dress-up station, the chance to pet a pony and more.

January 15, 2024

Purple Heart recipient, 101 years old, celebrates his birthday at Hooters: 'Just loved it'

A US Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient named Harry Perez Cerezo recently celebrated his 101st birthday at Hooters — now an annual tradition for him.