Aging
Men’s Comprehensive Guide to Spotting Heart Disease Early and Evidence-Based Ways to Reverse It
More than 360,000 American men lost their lives to heart disease in 2022, based on CDC data, estimating that over half of the 702,880 total heart disease deaths were …
Chronic Heat May Accelerate Biological Aging: What Older Adults Need to Know
Key Takeaways: Long-term exposure to high heat is linked to faster biological aging at the DNA level. Older adults in hotter areas may be aging faster, even without showing …
Zostavax Shingles Vaccine Linked to 20% Lower Dementia Risk—What It Means for Older Adults
Key Takeaways Zostavax was linked to a 20% lower dementia risk in older adults over seven years. The effect was stronger in women, possibly due to immune differences. Findings …
Gum Disease Bacteria Linked to Alzheimer’s: Porphyromonas gingivalis May Accelerate Cognitive Decline
Key Takeaways Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg), a bacteria from gum disease, has been found in Alzheimer’s patients’ brains, possibly contributing to plaque buildup. Studies show that Alzheimer’s patients with periodontitis, …
Antibiotics, Antivirals, and Anti-Inflammatories Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk in New Study
Key Findings New research has identified a link between prescription drugs (such as antibiotics, antivirals and anti-inflammatory drugs) and lower risk of dementia Notable anti-inflammatory drugs linked with a …
Persistent Insomnia Increases Stroke Risk by 16%—Middle-Aged Adults Who Struggle to Fall Asleep Face Greatest Threat, Study Finds
Key Takeaways: A 9-year study of 31,000 adults found insomnia increases stroke risk by 16%. Sleep difficulties like trouble falling asleep show the strongest ties to stroke. Managing insomnia …
Faulty Mitochondria Trigger Insulin Dysfunction in Pancreatic Cells, but ISRIB Restores Blood Sugar Control in Mice
Key Takeaways: Faulty mitochondria in insulin-producing cells trigger a stress response that disrupts blood sugar control, per a University of Michigan study. An experimental drug, ISRIB (Integrated Stress Response …
Luteolin, a Natural Antioxidant in Parsley and Celery, Delays Hair Graying in Mice, Study Finds
Key Findings: Luteolin, an antioxidant in celery, parsley, and bell peppers, delayed gray fur in mice by protecting pigment-producing cells. The compound boosts proteins that keep melanocytes (hair color …