A landmark Science study upends decades of research, finding genetics account for over half of lifespan variation once accidental deaths are separated from biological aging.
A 28-year study of 76,000 Swedes finds that following Nordic dietary guidelines cuts mortality by 23%. The diet also benefits the planet.
Romantic and social bonds don't just feel good. They lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and cut cardiovascular mortality risk by up to 42%.
Zone 2 cardio has been called the longevity exercise. But a 2025 narrative review challenges whether it's actually optimal. Here's what the latest evidence says.
Pentadecanoic acid (C15:0) shares cell-protective activities with rapamycin and metformin, and people in blue zones have significantly higher levels. Here's what the research shows.
Rigorous demographic analysis confirms blue zones are legitimate longevity laboratories, with lifestyle factors, not genetics, driving exceptional lifespans.
New research reveals that disrupted daily activity patterns may be an early warning sign for cognitive decline, with actionable steps to strengthen your biological clock.
Your mitochondria determine how energetic you feel and how well you age. Here's what damages them, what protects them, and how to optimize their function.
UC Berkeley researchers extended lifespan by 70% in elderly male mice using two existing compounds. Here's what this means for human longevity.
Research on 1,164 adults reveals that higher muscle mass correlates with younger brain age, while visceral fat accelerates cognitive aging. Here's what it means for your fitness strategy.
King's College London researchers found that higher blood levels of theobromine, a compound in dark chocolate, correlate with younger biological age across 1,669 adults.
Mayo Clinic researchers discovered DNA aptamers that can identify senescent 'zombie cells' linked to aging and disease, opening the door to targeted anti-aging therapies.
A Welsh vaccination policy created a natural experiment revealing that the shingles vaccine may prevent dementia and slow its progression in those already diagnosed.
VO2 max is the single strongest predictor of all-cause mortality. Here's the research-backed indoor training protocol to improve yours this winter.
The largest study yet on fitness, weight, and longevity confirms: being aerobically fit cuts premature death risk by half, even for those with obesity.
New research in Cell reveals dramatic biological changes between ages 45-55. Understanding this window could reshape how you approach midlife health.
Loneliness isn't just painful; it's deadly. New meta-analyses reveal that weak social ties increase mortality risk by 26%, rivaling smoking. Here's what the research actually shows.
From the mountains of Sardinia to the skyscrapers of Singapore, the map of longevity is evolving. We break down the latest research on how the world's oldest people actually eat.
Elite athletes spend 80% of their training in Zone 2 for good reason. Learn why the 'easy' pace builds the metabolic engine that powers everything else.
New research overturns decades of conservative advice for older adults. The updated strength training guidelines might surprise you, and could add years to your life.
