Category Archives: Longevity

The Race to Longevity  

November 8, 2019

A growing body of research demonstrates significant discoveries and advancements in knowledge  into potential biomedical strategies for reversing the aging process. Today, researchers continue to study animal and human abilities to regenerate cells, aiming to diminish cognitive decline, immune system weakening, and other adverse effects of the biological aging process. Meanwhile, healthcare and biotech companies race to “find the key” to reversing the aging process, bringing the market valuation of anti-aging medicine to a projected $610 billion by 2025 from current estimates of $110 billion. Investors are pouring millions into start-up companies that focus on anti-aging and regenerative medical research, in hopes of being the first organization to make a breakthrough – bringing a successful solution to aging to the public.

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The Importance of Physical Activity in Middle Age

September 27, 2019

The benefits of regular physical activity are well-established and well-documented, spurring public health efforts nationwide and urging the population to meet at least minimum exercise guidelines. Prior research has indicated that routine physical activity may decrease the risk for all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, and even certain cancers. However, most data stems from observational studies which assess physical activity at a single point in time and its effects on subsequent mortality and chronic disease outcomes.

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Carbohydrate Restriction for Delaying the Aging Process

In a growing aging population, increasing life expectancy is becoming a secondary concern to mitigating age-related disease and the associated repercussions. Improving health outcomes for rising older population is necessary to decrease the socio-economic burden of age-related disease, while promoting overall population health. Although the human lifespan has greatly expanded over the past century, good health and its maintenance remain topics of importance. Recently, dietary solutions to quelling the aging process have surged in popularity, with intermittent fasting, calorie restriction, and other diet plans spearheading the movement.

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