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US scientists finally uncover how a rare longevity gene may protect the brain from Alzheimer's and the discovery could reshape future treatmentsA rare APOE2 gene variant offers protection against brain cell aging. This gene helps brain cells repair DNA damage and resist cellular agi...
A bacteria may just determine how long you live says Duke University researchers: What is Akkermansia? Can certain foods trigger its growth?While bacteria may be looked upon with suspicion (not without justification!), how long you live, may well be determined by a bacteria. Kno...
Want to live longer? One daily eating habit can add years to your life, says longevity researcher. Harvard study backs the adviceLiving longer may have more to do with daily habits than genetics, according to longevity researcher Dr. Nichola Conlon. She says eating mo...
What are cold-shock proteins? The first thing Ankur Warikoo does every morning even though he hates itEntrepreneur Ankur Warikoo has embraced daily cold showers for four years, inspired by the concept of cold-shock proteins. These proteins h...
Why men die younger than women? Doctor shares five reasons why the male body may fail earlierMen globally face a shorter lifespan, often dying five to seven years earlier than women. Experts point to a confluence of factors, includi...
The ugliest animal on Earth may be humanity's best hope for living longer — here's the scienceNaked mole rats, known for their longevity and cancer resistance, possess high levels of a protective molecule called HMW-HA. Researchers s...
Scientists just found the holy grail gene that could let humans regrow their own limbs one dayScientists studying naked mole rats discovered a gene linked to high levels of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HMW-HA), a substance ...
Celebrity nutritionist shares 5 simple foods you must add to your diet for a healthy lifestyleIntegrative lifestyle expert Luke Coutinho reveals five food types that influence gene behavior. Cruciferous vegetables aid detoxification ...
Why do some people live more than 100 years despite drinking and smoking all their life? A new study has a shocking answerHow much do your genes determine how long you'll live? A new study published in Science reveals that genes have a higher contribution to hu...
Luck, genes, or gut: The secrets of world’s oldest person’s extraordinary 117-year life revealedMaría Branyas, the world's oldest person, passed away at 117. Researchers studying her extraordinary lifespan found a combination of protec...
This diet can cut dementia risk even in people genetically vulnerable to Alzheimer’s, 34-year study revealsA recent study in Nature reveals that adhering to a Mediterranean diet can significantly lower dementia risk, even for those genetically pr...
View: Do not turn our elderly into patientsWhile we in India may fret at the idea of any very elderly couples (my uncle is 96) staying all by themselves with just weekly calls and oc...
Is age just a number? The answer is not so simple, finds new studyAccording to a new study, biological age differs from the number of years we have lived.
Early life experiences can impact our genes later on, even affect longevity, finds new studyThe gene expression 'memory' can persist across the lifespan.
Genes vs healthy eating: Can lifestyle changes give you extra years to live?Here's how genes play a crucial role in expanding your lifespan.
Secret to a long life? Health and education are deciding factorsPeople who are well educated may have a longer lifespan.
A blood test can predict actual age of human bodyAccording to a team from King's College London, looking at “biological age“ is more useful and accurate than using a date of birth in predi...
Altering RNA enzymes may extend lifespanScientists have used a new technique to dramatically slow down the ageing process and double the lifespan in worms.
Ageless actionKhushwant Singh, who was your columnist's beloved first boss, says he is coming on to 98 years and is still earning more than he did in his...
'Combating Ageing: What India and China do is crucial'Countries such as India and China must make the most of the recent advances in regenerative medicine and cut monumental costs of old age, s...