Scientists at Tufts University conducted the first comprehensive study of the eating habits of children of centenarians. The team began surveying the children of 100-year-old parents back in 2005 at…

Most fragrance fans notice that a perfume smells different on their skin than it does in the bottle, or that the scent fades quickly. Those issues usually come from applying…

After analyzing activity data from tens of thousands of people across four continents gathered from 15 studies, a team of researchers concluded that the optimal number of daily steps is…

Some people who reach old age attribute it to healthy eating, others to their ability to avoid trouble, and still others to good genetics. Now researchers say they’ve found a…

Meat-eaters appear more likely to reach 100, according to a new study from Fudan University in China that questions whether vegan and vegetarian diets are truly healthy choices. Even among…

According to a new study by geneticists at the University of Bologna, the secret to living to 100 may lie in having more DNA from hunter-gatherers. The team analyzed the…

The difference between lifespan and healthy lifespan is that the former measures the time between birth and death, while the latter defines how long a person can enjoy their senior…

At the time of her death in August 2024, María Branyas was the world’s oldest living person. Her life spanned 117 years and 168 days — especially striking given that…

Today people are living longer, but very few make it to 100. The reasons why some of us become centenarians remain a mystery. A new study by a team of…

A team at the University of Chicago says older adults with frail health can improve their well-being by walking 10 to 15 steps per minute faster than their usual pace.…

A new large-scale study by neurologists at Stanford University found that the brain’s biological age can predict a person’s lifespan. The team developed a new method for measuring the brain’s…

A new international study led by researchers at Queen’s University Belfast finds that people who eat foods rich in flavonoids are less likely to develop chronic diseases and tend to…

Recently, 115-year-old Ethel Caterham, a British resident, was officially declared the world’s oldest person. A Surrey native born in 1909, she has outlived her husband and two children. She has…

A university team analyzed mortality data from some of the world’s longest-lived communities and found that the rapid rise in life expectancy from the 20th century has sharply slowed over…

A global study from the University of Oxford and University College London (UCL) finds baby boomers are living longer — but they’re less healthy than earlier generations, despite medical advances…

A team of researchers at the Jackson Laboratory in the U.S., led by Professor Gary Churchill, says the secret to a long life lies more in our genes than in…

Slow running has become a fitness trend backed by solid science. What do you need to know about its benefits? In recent years, slow running has gained immense popularity among…

An American scientist has proposed a rather radical method for extending the lifespan of male mammals. Kat Bohannon, the author of the book “Eve: How the Female Body Influenced 200…

Researchers conclude that sprinting may be a highly effective way to extend life — but it’s not for everyone. Canadian and Australian scientists conducted a large retrospective study and found…

You may have heard that “60 is the new 50.” Lately, though, people are increasingly saying that 70 is the new 60. A new study from Humboldt University in Berlin…

Want to live a long, healthy life? Follow five basic rules laid out by Dr. Nirusha Kumaran, the medical director of the London Longevity Clinic. Eat More Plant-Based Foods and…

A recent study found that women over 60 who keep their weight stable are significantly more likely to live to 90—and even 100. The researchers also found that losing weight…

Immortality is still science fiction and an unfulfilled dream for billionaires. But lifestyle changes you can make today can extend life. Healthy eating, quitting smoking, and regular exercise could add…

Among older adults, some minds seem untouched by the passage of time. Remarkably, their brains resist the effects of aging. There are many possible reasons for this, from genetics to…

We live longer than our ancestors, but longevity can still feel like a roll of the dice. Your genes influence your risk for diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and…

The human body is a complex ecosystem of living microorganisms. They live on the skin and mucous membranes—and inside the lungs, bile ducts, reproductive organs and various bodily fluids. One…

A team of researchers from Boston University School of Medicine and Tufts University studied the immune systems of seven volunteers ages 100 to 119. They discovered that these centenarians possess…

What will life expectancy look like in a century, and is it worth chasing longevity when so many people live unhealthy lives? Demographers, gerontologists, geneticists, and sociologists are increasingly asking…

Vitamin D, often called the ‘sunshine vitamin,’ can reduce the risk of death from any cause by as much as 57 percent. This finding comes from British medical expert Sarah…

An international team of researchers introduced a new formula for longevity: VILPA, short for “Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity.” These short bursts of physical activity are familiar to everyone. Activities…

A large new review suggests that regular, moderate coffee drinking could add about two years to life expectancy. A team from the University of Coimbra in Portugal analyzed past studies…

Researchers are once again excited about the anti-aging benefits of tea. A team from Sichuan University in Chengdu, China, conducted a large-scale study to determine the optimal amount of tea…

Nutrition experts have compiled a list of foods that can help prolong youth. A healthy diet can add up to 20 years to a person’s life. How to Stay Young:…

Ethel Caterham, 115, who was recognized as the world’s oldest person, says the secret to longevity is doing what you love. Mrs. Caterham, born in 1909, became the first British…

The record of María Branyas has officially been recognized by experts from the Guinness World Records. To uncover how Ms. María managed to live such a long life, scientists from…

Richard Faragher, a professor of biogerontology at the University of Brighton in the UK, says there are two main theories that explain longevity. These theories are not mutually exclusive. First,…

A team pooled activity data from 15 studies covering tens of thousands of people across four continents and concluded that about 7,000 steps a day is optimal. That number varies…

However, a 45-year study by researchers at the University of Jyväskylä in Finland has shown that excessive activity may actually accelerate aging. More than physical exercise, overall lifestyle matters. For…

A large international study confirms it’s never too late to rethink your diet. Professor Lars Tøndnes, lead researcher at the University of Bergen in Norway, said, “Healthy eating can prevent…

A new study from Yamagata University found that men with a stronger sex drive—libido—were 69 percent less likely to die during the study period than men who reported no sexual…

How do they do it? The answer lies in their foods, eating habits, and mental traditions. A Country Without Obesity: Tips from Japanese Centenarians With their slim bodies, smooth skin,…

Not many people have heard of the town of Lerik in southern Azerbaijan. However, it is renowned for its exceptionally high concentration of centenarians. Rumor has it that residents of…

Recently, Dr. Sol Justin Newman of the UCL Longitudinal Studies Centre received the first-ever Ig Nobel Prize in demography. The award cited his “detective work” uncovering that many of the…