Longevity - Page 4

March 11

Nearly half of seniors improve with age — and researchers think they know why

Nearly half of adults 65+ improved cognitively or physically over 12 years, a new Yale study finds. Positive beliefs were linked to better outcomes.

March 10

Key fitness measure is strong predictor of longevity after certain age, study finds

Muscle strength study suggests women over 60 with greater strength had lower death risk over eight years. University at Buffalo researchers followed 5,000 women ages 63-99.

March 9

Firefighter credits 'strict' home routine, medical tests to stay alive well past retirement

Chronic smoke exposure, sleep loss and stress raise heart and cancer risks for firefighters. Doctors reveal small lifestyle changes to boost longevity.

March 6

Brain aging may accelerate after cancer treatment, study suggests

New research suggests childhood cancer survivors may experience accelerated biological aging from treatments, potentially affecting memory and cognition.

March 4

Aging process could accelerate due to 'forever chemicals' exposure, study finds

Study finds middle-aged men are more vulnerable to faster biological aging from PFAS exposure. Research shows "forever chemicals" may accelerate aging.

March 3

Seniors over 80 who eat specific diet may be less likely to reach 100 years old

New research reveals vegetarian seniors may be less likely than meat-eaters to reach 100 years old, challenging previous findings about plant-based diets.

February 14

Doctor shares 3 simple changes to stay healthy and independent as you age

Women's health expert Mary Claire Haver reveals three essential changes for healthy aging: sleep, proper nutrition and strength training.

February 14

No date? No worries; why friends are the real Valentine's lifesaver

Celebrating Valentine’s Day or any festive occasion or holiday with good friends can boost your well-being and even increase your longevity.

February 8

Are peptides the fountain of youth? Doctors warn hype may outpace science

Peptide therapy gains popularity as an alleged anti-aging solution, but health experts warn of significant limitations and serious safety concerns.

February 7

Melissa Joan Hart dropped 20 pounds by cutting two things in her ‘longevity journey’

Melissa Joan Hart lost 18 pounds by cutting two things from her diet during her midlife wellness journey. The former "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" star reveals her approach.