Key Points: The triage theory states that in response to moderate nutrient deficiencies, enzymes necessary for longevity shut off in favor of enzymes necessary for survival and reproduction. That is, sufficient intake of the known 30 vitamins and minerals will lead to a longer life. However, deficiencies will lead to an insidious accumulation of clinically… Continue reading Bruce Ames’ Triage Theory & The Eleven Longevity Vitamins
Category: Aging & Longevity
Nano-Sized Vesicle Infusions Break Rat Lifespan Record
Key Points: Blood plasma from young mice has been shown to alleviate signs of aging and extend lifespan in older mice, making way for some human zealots attempting to prolong their lives by trying blood transfusions from younger donors. All the same, the exact way that young blood rejuvenates tissues and prolongs life in these… Continue reading Nano-Sized Vesicle Infusions Break Rat Lifespan Record
Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy A Rip-off?
Key Points: One of the latest anti-aging and life-extension trends is hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Celebrities like Justin Bieber, Michael Phelps, Steve Aoki, and Miyam Bialik—who not only stars on The Big Bang Theory but also has a PhD in neuroscience—all swear by HBOT. Physician-backed longevity clinics offering medical-grade HBOT promise to “reverse the biology… Continue reading Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy A Rip-off?
Will Interventions that Delay Aging in Animals Work for Humans?
Key Points: The identification of the hallmarks of aging—characteristics of age-associated physiological decline that therapeutics can target to slow or reverse aging—has served as a crucial step in developing aging intervention technologies. Reported in Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism, Liu and colleagues from Shenzhen University Medical School in China relay data showing that some interventions… Continue reading Will Interventions that Delay Aging in Animals Work for Humans?
Want to Get Fit? Look at What Sylvester Stallone Does at 78
Key Points: Sylvester Stallone, the tough boxer who never gave up in the Rocky movies, still has the physique and fitness that can put younger people to shame, even at age 78. Following his diet and workout routine could propel others to evade the ravages of aging like Stallone. “It ain’t about how hard you… Continue reading Want to Get Fit? Look at What Sylvester Stallone Does at 78
How 84-Year-Old Acting Legend Chuck Norris Defies Aging
Key Points: Born March 10, 1940 in Ryan, Oklahoma, 84-year-old acting phenom and martial artist Chuck Norris manages to maintain a cut physique and stellar overall health, comparable to someone in their early 50s. He does this, in large part, by eating whole, nutrient-dense foods and avoiding processed foods, all the while engaging in regular… Continue reading How 84-Year-Old Acting Legend Chuck Norris Defies Aging
Dr. Brad Stanfield Reveals: 3 Anti-Aging Supplements with Proven Benefits
Key Points: Dr. Stanfield, a practicing physician in New Zealand, recently revealed what he believes are the top three science-backed supplements. While many supplements are supported by evidence from only animal research, Stanfield goes over supplements backed by evidence from human research. Omega-3s Modest consumption of fish, especially those containing high levels of the omega-3… Continue reading Dr. Brad Stanfield Reveals: 3 Anti-Aging Supplements with Proven Benefits
Bryan Johnson’s Free Guide to Slowing Aging
Key Points: In a recent post on X, Bryan Johnson, known for spending millions to reverse his aging, said that uric acid (UA) is “a power-law biomarker but it’s the hardest to control in modern life.” He cited a meta-analysis of 32 studies by Rahimi-Sakak et al., 2019 showing that high UA levels raise the… Continue reading Bryan Johnson’s Free Guide to Slowing Aging
Four FDA-Approved Drugs that Reduce Chances of Aging-Related Death
Key Points: Dr. Nir Barzilai, the director of aging research at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, thinks it is absurd that so many people are using supplements instead of FDA-approved drugs that may work against aging. In a Longevity.Technology interview, he names four FDA-approved drugs that have shown safety and efficacy, which also lower overall… Continue reading Four FDA-Approved Drugs that Reduce Chances of Aging-Related Death
How Not Eating Leafy Greens Can Make You Age Slower
Key Points: Leafy greens like spinach, cabbage, and broccoli contain a vitamin called folate, which is vital for cell division and fetal growth. However, for many years, antifolate drugs have been used to treat cancer, arthritis, and psoriasis. That is, while folate has critical benefits during earlier stages of life, its role in later stages… Continue reading How Not Eating Leafy Greens Can Make You Age Slower