Gerontology News
Use Genome Sequencing To Identify The Origin of A Disease
Research teams are now delving to decode the genome sequences and its hidden origins for various diseases. Previously, two independent teams began to study the genome of patient suffering from various health pathologies. The study of genome sequences have up to now only been conducted on healthy individuals. It was extremely costly to decode the [...]
Continue reading...Smile to Live Longer; A Fake or Genuine Smile It does Not Matter The Effects Are Positive
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
It is know that emotions influence personality and features such as how we think, interact and behave. Research has shown that people who experience positive emotions are not only happier but have a more stable marriage, personality with better interpersonal and cognitive skills compared to those who are faced with negative emotions in their lifespan. [...]
Continue reading...How Your Body History Can Influence Longevity
Monday, March 8, 2010
Longevity is affected by factors such as what we eat, and what we do. These are simple steps but a core guide to add up years to your lifespan. History proves how simple behavioral aspects add years to our lifespan. In the 20th century, life expectancy rose by 30 years. It is the greatest [...]
Continue reading...UCI searches for senior’s secrets
Sunday, March 7, 2010
University studies the relations to longevity for the people who are aged 90 years plus, a segment of the population that is growing fast. Angela Dolan and Sue Nadel, aged 92 and 96 respectively, admit that they have no clue how they have managed to live for so long. Doctors and medical researchers whose aim [...]
Continue reading...Elderly Must Absolutely Stay Active If They Expect Healthy Aging And Well Being
Thursday, March 4, 2010
According to active seniors in their 80s, it is critical to their health and well being to remain active and do lots of walking. Some have exercise routines that would shame people half their age and they do this because they know it is important to keep moving, as you get older. As one put [...]
Continue reading...Extended Life Or Immortality Would Incite More Than Social Debate
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
The Medical and scientific research communities are feverishly working toward discovering the causes of why we get old and die. Life extension societies and organizations are popping up around the world promoting the possibilities of life extension and potential immortality. This is not science fiction. The reality is that research is ongoing and being fueled [...]
Continue reading...Deciphering Reasons for Longevity; Researchers Probe More into the Centenarians’ Genes and Lifestyle
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
According to experts we should avoid smoking, limit the amount of drinks consumed and try to be as mentally and physically active as possible For a rising number of Americans, living 100 years old is now becoming comparable to reaching 80 years old. Based on data available from the U.S Census Bureau, there are actually around 84,000 [...]
Continue reading...Exercise a Life Extension Strategy According to Maximum Life Foundation
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Physical exercise has more to give than to take. Many people consider exercise as a time wasting activity yet it might offer you much more time in terms of compensating with longevity improvements. Nowadays, exercise is something recommended at all ages. An inactive lifestyle is denominator for aging. Lack of liveliness exposes one to shortening [...]
Continue reading...Naps Have A Precious Gift To Productivity, Health & Longevity
Friday, February 26, 2010
Small naps of 10, 20 to 30 minutes a day contributes for the body to refresh and rejuvenate itself. Naps have since long been associated with health benefits even before their strength had scientifically been shown. For instance, the Latin countries are known for having; siesta a type of nap and this is saving them [...]
Continue reading...Learn Lifestyle And Nutrition Secrets From The Oldest People On The Planet
Friday, February 26, 2010
Straightforward Facts For Living Longer While Sustaining Your Health There is quite a bit of talk about the eventual longevity pill, take it and extend your life span by twenty or thirty percent. When it comes to longevity, we are rapidly catching up to the future but let’s face it, for many of us this high [...]
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Thursday, March 11, 2010
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