It’s likely that you might have taken your health for granted in early adulthood. Maybe you could run a quick mile or stand on your feet all day long at a theme park. However, as you age, you may notice that your body doesn’t usually work as well as it used to. For example, after … Read more
Living a long, healthy life is a popular goal, but it’s not easy to achieve. It’s common for folks to develop conditions like dementia and chronic pain, in addition to mobility issues and cardiovascular problems, as they age. While certain uncontrollable factors (like genetics) play a major role in many of these issues, everyday habits … Read more
Dick Van Dyke, the 98-year-old Hollywood legend, has revealed his secret to staying youthful and fit. The actor, who broke records earlier this year by becoming the oldest Emmy winner, credits his long-standing gym routine for his impressive health and vitality. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Van Dyke was asked about the source … Read more
A new study has cast doubt on the effectiveness of multivitamins, a supplement taken by nearly half of Brits to boost their health and wellbeing. The research suggests that these daily pills may not provide the health benefits people expect, particularly in terms of longevity. The multivitamin industry is far from small-scale, with the global … Read more
In 1997, a French woman named Jeanne Calment died at the age of 122. She was the world’s oldest verified person, according to the Gerontology Research Group. Her daily habits included drinking a glass of port wine and smoking a cigarette after meals (she also ate 2.5 pounds of chocolate every week). “Nobody else has … Read more
While certainly no one has complete control over how long they’ll live, it’s encouraging to know that there actually is a lot in our control. An estimated 80% of chronic disease and premature death is prevented by having healthy diet and lifestyle habits in place. There are literally hundreds of scientific studies linking certain foods … Read more
In the realm of investment planning, longevity is a virtue. The journey to financial security once you are near retirement often requires a careful balance of strategy, foresight, and adaptability. In a quest for clarity amidst the retirement planning maze, Gururaj, a 50-year-old investor brimming with aspirations, seeks to grow the portfolio so that he … Read more
Anyone who wants to live a long and healthy life wants a magic formula for reaching a ripe old age. Unfortunately, it isn’t that easy ― but there are some things you can do to bolster your odds. ″If you want to live longer, improve what you’re eating and start moving your body more,” said … Read more
In most Western cultures, aging is not something that folks necessarily embrace. While it’s better than the alternative, society does not make getting older easy. Age discrimination is rampant, and beauty standards favor youth. So it’s no wonder that people do anything they can to push back on aging, whether that’s using Botox for fewer … Read more
Elizabeth Francis of Houston, Texas, is 114 years old — and now the oldest living American. The Louisiana native was born mere months after President William Taft was inaugurated and 11 years before women won the right to vote. Francis has since lived through two World Wars, the moon landing, JFK assassination and COVID-19 pandemic. … Read more
