Longevity is quickly becoming the new hot topic. And while some may consider it merely a trend, the goal of creating a longevity mindset in the workplace is here to stay. Larger, forward-thinking companies may soon appoint a high-level executive to integrate the idea of a longevity mindset across all business functions–or add the responsibilityContinue reading “9 Global Experts Explore The Benefits And Challenges Of A 2023 Longevity Strategy”
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Longevity can have a greater impact on retirement money than inflation
A new report from the TIAA Institute and George Washington Universityreveals that more than half of American adults don’t know how long people generally tend to live in retirement, which given their possible longevity could have them failing to save enough money to last as long as they themselves do. https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/16/longevity-can-have-a-greater-impact-on-retirement-money-than-inflation.html
Can aging be cured? Scientists are giving it a try
Scientists are great at making mice live longer. Rapamycin, widely prescribed to prevent organ rejection after a transplant, increases the life expectancy of middle-age mice by as much as 60 percent. Drugs called senolytics help geriatric mice stay sprightly long after their peers have died. The diabetes drugs metformin and acarbose, extreme calorie restriction, and,Continue reading “Can aging be cured? Scientists are giving it a try”
The key ingredients for longevity, according to Harvard University
Following my article on 10 ideas for a healthy day – basically not only a day, but a healthy life, this article from Harvard University on longevity lists the key elements for a healthy and long life:
Any increase in physical activity reduces mortality risk of physically inactive patients
According to the British of General Practice, Physically inactive primary care patients reduced their risk of mortality by increasing physical activity, even in doses below recommended levels. Greater reduction was achieved through meeting physical activity recommendations or adopting levels of physical activity higher than those recommended. So, exercise, as mentioned on this running vs weightsContinue reading “Any increase in physical activity reduces mortality risk of physically inactive patients”
Fasting improves metabolism, sleep quality and longevity
Another interview that shows the benefits of fasting – 12 to 13 hours a day. I’ve tried it – it’s not that hard. Just calculate about 12 hours from the time you had dinner, and then start thinking about breakfast 😉 Interesting take from the interview, on nutrition: We studied the diet of Italian childrenContinue reading “Fasting improves metabolism, sleep quality and longevity”