How old are you — on the inside? While everyone knows their chronological age, medical experts often speak in terms of biological or “phenotypic” age, which measures factors like metabolism, inflammation and organ function. Doctors now find that having good cardiovascular health can slow the pace of biological aging and reduce the risk of age-related … Read more
Mason jars, fairy lights and chevron patterns, oh my. The formerly Instagram chic pieces, once a hallmark in millennial interior design, are out — and if you still rock them, your decor could be aging you. Instead, an architecture and design expert has revealed the swaps necessary to Gen Z-ify your home. Mushrooms are akin to … Read more
They say “age is just a number” — and now there’s scientific proof to that effect. The amount of candles on your birthday cake has little to do with how old you are biologically, according to a recent study from Stanford University School of Medicine. Lead researcher Michael Snyder and his team identified the four … Read more
They’re young, beautiful — and getting facelifts. Cutting edge millennial New Yorkers are going under the knife for “ponytail facelifts” — a cheaper, less intense pick-me-up than a traditional facelift that still achieves dramatic results. “This is a procedure that was essentially made for women in their late twenties and early thirties,” said Ari Hoschander, a … Read more
How you sleep is written all over your face. Side sleeping, experts warn, can expedite the development of fine lines, wrinkles and asymmetry that come with aging — due to excess pressure on the face. “This is the reason why people find one of their eyes is a slightly different shape, or that one side … Read more
Millennials are easy to spot in the wild due to these party habits, according to a TikToker. “How to spot Millennials vs Gen Z at a party,” read text atop a video from htetismommy posted over the summer that has more than 95,000 views. Millennials are on their phone “24/7” whereas Gen Z is “always … Read more
A great deal of emphasis is placed on the emotional and mental impact of dementia — but a new study from the University of Michigan highlights the financial burden it puts on families as well. Among people who were diagnosed with dementia, out-of-pocket health care costs more than doubled within the first eight years, researchers found. Dementia patients … Read more
The Mediterranean diet could be the key to blasting belly fat. A new study from the Prevención con Dieta Mediterránea-Plus (PREDIMED-Plus) revealed that the Mediterranean diet, partnered with physical activity, can counter aging-related body changes suchh as fat gain and loss of muscle mass. The study, published in JAMA Network Open on Oct. 18, was … Read more
Cyan-ara, sorrow! Rest azured, the secrets to living a long, happy life may be found in the world’s Blue Zones, which boast lower rates of chronic diseases and a longer life expectancy. Those areas include Sardinia in Italy, Okinawa in Japan, Loma Linda in California, the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica, and Ikaria in Greece. … Read more
For as long as people have been living and dying, explorers have searched for a mythical “Fountain of Youth.” While nobody ever found that, medical experts believe they’ve found longevity clues much closer to home: in our blood. New research reveals that the blood of people who’ve lived over 100 years has certain similarities: specifically, … Read more
A young man followed Bryan Johnson’s intense anti-aging lifestyle — and the results are pretty shocking. Andrew Boyd, 23, spent 75 days following the tech mogul’s Blueprint diet and exercise plan to test the highly regimented program. Johnson, a 46-year-old millionaire, spends a whopping $2 million a year on his bid to reverse the aging process. … Read more
Looking good doesn’t have to break the bank — or the skin. Dr. Anthony Youn, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Detroit, recently shared a video detailing four affordable skincare tips — none of which call for going under the knife. “Here are my four biggest cosmetic bangs for the buck,” said Youn, 49, who calls … Read more
They’ve passed down their jeans from generation to generation. A svelte grandma, her daughter and her granddaughter all share clothes, and stun strangers who think the trio could be sisters. In addition to swapping wardrobe items, Lesley Maxwell a bodybuilder from Melbourne, Australia, loves hitting the gym with her daughter Vanessa Christofi, and her granddaughter, Tia … Read more
Buckle up — mental time travel is a wild ride. Wrinkles, crinkles and sags are just a few signs of aging that most men and women (even Botox buffs) can expect to see creep up on their faces as the years turn into decades. But rather than merely bracing themselves for the radical, yet predictable … Read more
With holidays on the horizon and cold weather approaching, it might be tempting to put off exercise until 2024. But research shows there are easy — and effective — workouts to begin at any time for every age, and they promise more than just health benefits. A new analysis of myriad fitness studies by the … Read more
Getting adequate beauty rest may actually be important for your health after all. A new study out of Georgia has found that having a consistent and steady sleep schedule can help slow down the biological aging process. The research, published in the journal Sleep Health last month, concluded that those who had inconsistent sleeping patterns … Read more
This doctor insists she knows the secrets to the “fountain of youth,” but she won’t bore you with “the same old crap.” Many for years have believed the key to longevity is simply eating a balanced diet, staying active and typical, oft-heard healthy-living guidelines. Other legends have insisted the so-called “fountain of youth” lies within … Read more
Want to achieve centenarian status? It’s not as lofty a goal as it seems. In 2021, more than 89,000 people over the age of 100 resided in the US — nearly doubling in two decades. Past research has shown that genetics and immune system function plays a role in life expectancy, but experts agree that a … Read more
In 1999, writer Dan Buettner read an article from the World Health Organization that revealed that people in Okinawa, Japan had the longest disability-free life expectancy in the world. Four years later, he read a Danish Twin Study showing that just 20% of how long we live is determined by genes. Buettner’s interest was piqued, and he … Read more
Older folks should be getting freaky frequently for their health, new research shows. A Midwest-based study on the sex habits of seniors revealed that making more whoopie in one’s waning years can have a positive impact on the brain. “For [adults] aged 75–90, more frequent sex was related to better cognitive functioning,” read the report … Read more