Longevity

We’ve examined the effects of different diets and foods to see their connection to lifespan. From coffee and green tea to caffeine and more, there seems to be a link to blue zones (places with […]

There’s been a lot of chatter about the word “vitality” and what it means, especially in relation to longevity. The World Health Organization (WHO) gives a very wordy definition and says that vitality is considered […]

Wouldn’t it be great if we could just pop a little pill every day and live a longer life because of it?! Sure, diet and exercise have a big impact on our overall health. So […]

There’s been a lot of talk recently about fasting – intermittent fasting in particular – and its various health benefits. While the main reason people participate in fasting is to lose weight, according to WebMD, […]

Your muscles are much like the engine of your body. They help with both fat and calorie burning, which can then influence your cardiovascular well-being and your likelihood of developing other health-related issues. The more […]

Over the years, we’ve examined the ways in which longevity is linked to myriad lifestyle choices and habits. Many of these are personal preferences. Do those who have pets, spouses, or drink coffee or tea […]

We know now, more than ever, how important it is to stay hydrated. Getting enough H2O is crucial in helping us maintain good health physically and even mentally. Drinking water helps to maintain the balance […]

We have examined many factors that affect longevity in this column over the years, from lifestyle and dietary choices to studying some of the “blue zones” around the world, where they have the highest concentration […]

Biodiversity is a complex thing. So is studying the human aging process. And, to make matters even more complex, all of these things are constantly changing. First off, what is biodiversity? Simply put, biodiversity is […]

Ahh yes: caffeine. It’s one of the first things many of us have to start our day, in a cup of either coffee or tea. More than five million 60-kilogram bags of coffee are expected […]