Scientists believe a common drug, already prescribed to millions of people around the world, could provide the benefits of an exercise session without actually doing the exercise. A new study from the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine has found that the drug metformin likely reflects the biological … Read more
Age comes before beauty. Lately, longevity experts seem to be focusing on advanced glycation end products (abbreviated to AGEs for convenience), which are the result of chemical reactions between proteins and sugars. Just as a chef caramelizes onions in a frying pan, new science shows that sugar can “caramelize” our bodies, making us age faster … Read more
Peptides are widely marketed as a kind of “holy grail” for workout recovery and physical performance. You may have seen online ads claiming that these supplements can significantly boost muscle growth, eliminate joint pain, and speed recovery time. As the prevalence of joint-related problems such as osteoarthritis increases, many people are turning to these “dietary … Read more
Cacao has been linked to a variety of benefits, including heart health, delayed aging, and improved cognition. However, experts warn that there is a caveat to this. advertisement advertisement Studies link cocoa with flavanols, powerful plant-based bioactive compounds and antioxidants, and theobromine, a bitter natural stimulant found in the cocoa plant and chocolate, as key … Read more
It’s always great when you find something that can serve multiple roles. A babysitter who watches over children and cleans the house. A cleaning product that disinfects and deodorizes. Or a cell phone that replaces your camera, calendar, and GPS. When it comes to nutrition, protein gets a lot of attention, and for good reason. … Read more
Many people are looking for ways to improve, maintain, and prolong their brain health. Check out the seemingly endless self-help books, podcasts, phone apps, TikTok, and Instagram Reels dedicated to this subject. And frankly, it makes sense. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are conditions that essentially involve a loss of one’s identity and sense of time … Read more