Scientists Have Found A Protein That Fuels Brain Ageing, And They Can Counter It
[ad_1] Brain ageing is a complicated process, unlikely to have a single cause. But scientists think they may have found a key piece in the puzzle: protein FTL1. A study published in Nature Ageing looked at how the brains of mice changed as they aged. They wanted to see what might drive the processes that […]
The Best Sex Positions For People Over 60, According To Sex Experts
[ad_1] As we age, it’s natural for our bodies, minds and everyday lives to change. And those shifts bring about changes to our sexuality, too. But different doesn’t necessarily mean bad. It’s very much possible to have satisfying sex well into your 60s and beyond, even if it’s not the same kind of sex you […]
The Length Of Time You Should Be Able To Balance On One Leg
[ad_1] There are many important factors to consider when thinking about healthy ageing, not the least of which is fall risk. One in four adults over 65 falls each year, according to Centers for Disease Control data from the US, and many of those people require hospitalisation, medical attention or lifestyle changes due to injury. […]
Six Short Tests Can Tell People Who Are Ageing Well From Those Who Aren’t
[ad_1] There’s no way to predict exactly how long any of us will live or precisely how well we’re ageing, but scientists have created a series of tests they think might give us a rough idea. It looks, for instance, like the condition of key muscles might be linked to how we’re ageing overall. Your […]
Scientists Seem To Have Found A Way To Stop Ageing ‘Zombie Cells’
[ad_1] As we age, our bodies lose some resilience, which can lead to less movement throughout the day and an increased risk of facing multiple chronic diseases at once (multimorbidity). This happens partly because senescent cells, sometimes called “zombie” cells, stop dividing and build up. They secrete “proinflammatory molecules that contribute to chronic inflammation and […]
The Dried Fruit That Can Boost Your Health In Older Life
[ad_1] You probably already know that strength training and calcium can help to keep your bones healthy and strong as you age. But some factors – like getting enough vitamin D, which helps to absorb calcium, and avoiding smoking, which raises your risk of osteoporosis and is linked to a 30-40% higher risk of broken […]
‘Ikigai’ Could Hold The Secret To Happier Ageing. I Asked A GP How To Find Yours
[ad_1] Medical comment provided by Dr Suzanne Wylie, GP and medical adviser for IQdoctor. You might already know that having a sense of purpose is linked to greater longevity and a longer cognitive healthspan. Those who are passionate and knowledgeable about their interests may face a lower dementia risk, too. When Héctor Garcia, who co-wrote […]
Clamshells Are A Knee And Back Pain-Friendly Way To Strengthen Balance
[ad_1] If you’re one of the many people experiencing lower back or knee pain, “Spanish” and “goblet” squats can help you build leg muscle without added stress. But strengthening your hips can go a long way towards reducing your risk of further pain, too. It can help to stabilise your spine and even reduce strain […]
A Longevity Doctor’s Rules For Better Sleep After 60
[ad_1] Medical comment provided by physician Dr Talal Khan of Khan Longevity. As we age, our sleeping pattern tends to shift. We might get up more to pee in the middle of the night, require fewer hours of kip, and both fall asleep and wake up earlier. And speaking to HuffPost UK, Dr Talal Khan […]
‘I Couldn’t Touch My Toes As A Child. Now I’m 78 And I Can’
[ad_1] Greater flexibility has been linked to improved longevity, so it’s certainly worth prioritising – especially as you age. But, according to a new survey from Voltarol, two in five people aged 45 and over can’t touch their toes while standing up. Healthy ageing author Jane Thurnell-Read admits she was one of these people. Throughout […]