Credit: PixabayResearchers at Nagoya University in Japan have found that age-related cognitive decline is more closely linked to excessive neuronal activation over time rather than a simple reduction in activity. Their study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggests that interventions—such as dietary changes—could help slow cognitive aging by limiting this...
Skeletal muscle fibers (multinucleated cells) with their nerve connections. (Ed Reschke/Stone/Getty Images)We all wish for a longer life—at least, I know I do—but what about ensuring that we enjoy good health during the time we have?Over the past century, human life expectancy has significantly increased for several reasons, particularly advances in sanitation, public health, nutrition,...
Credit: PixabayThe blood pressure medication rilmenidine has shown potential to slow aging and extend lifespan in animal studies, raising the possibility of similar benefits for humans. If effective, it could promote longer, healthier lives without the challenges of extreme calorie restriction.Previous research revealed that rilmenidine mimics the effects of caloric restriction at a cellular...
