In the digital age, where the internet is teeming with so-called health and fitness gurus, one polarizing figure that continues to spark excitement and controversy is the Liver King, formally known as Brian Johnson. Liver King gained notoriety not just for his impressive physique but also for his promotion of the “ancestral lifestyle”, which is… Continue reading Liver King’s 9 Ancestral Tenets for Health and Longevity: Science or Fad?
Category: Aging & Longevity
World-Renowned Aging Expert Aubrey de Grey Thinks We Can Postpone Aging by 20 Years
Key Points: The world-renowned aging expert Dr. Aubrey de Grey is perhaps best known for his view that some humans alive today may have access to medical technology that allows them to evade death from age-related causes. This perspective has likely spurred his work as a biomedical gerontologist, where he does research aimed at postponing… Continue reading World-Renowned Aging Expert Aubrey de Grey Thinks We Can Postpone Aging by 20 Years
What Would the Purpose of Life Be Without Aging?
Key Points: The Current State of Aging Biology Research While the world’s population is rising, it is also aging. By the year 2100, one in four people are expected to be over the age of 65. However, many adults 60 and older suffer from at least one chronic condition. Whether it be heart disease, diabetes,… Continue reading What Would the Purpose of Life Be Without Aging?
A Gummy That Fights Off Organ Aging?
Some billionaires have made news for their bizarre attempts to extend their lives, including drawing blood from younger people in an attempt to channel their inner vampires. The problem is that the majority of us do not have endless reserves of disposable income to invest in anti-aging treatments. Nobody has two million dollars to spend… Continue reading A Gummy That Fights Off Organ Aging?
Can Aging be Reversed? Expert Thinks Not
Key Points: In the field of aging research, Matt Kaeberlein has earned a solid reputation as a scientist. People pay attention when Dr. Kaeberlein speaks publicly about aging. So, when Dr. Kaeberlein tweeted that he pushes back on the concept of “reversing aging” and then goes on to joust with some of his esteemed contemporaries,… Continue reading Can Aging be Reversed? Expert Thinks Not
Joe Biden and Donald Trump: Why an Age Cap for Presidency is Bogus
Key Points: With concerns over cognitive decline and early signs of dementia, some have wondered whether Joe Biden, 81, and Donald Trump, 77, are too old to hold presidential office. Meanwhile, scientists argue that momentary lapses in memory, especially under stress, are by no means a cause for worry. Still, a whopping 79% of Americans… Continue reading Joe Biden and Donald Trump: Why an Age Cap for Presidency is Bogus
6-Pack Abs at 60: Longevity Doc’s Diet
Key Points: In an interview with GQ, 63-year-old Mark Hyman, M.D., believes that what we think of as aging isn’t aging. He says, “I think the thing that most people get wrong is — and it’s no fault of their own because it’s what we see all around us and we think it’s normal —… Continue reading 6-Pack Abs at 60: Longevity Doc’s Diet
Bezos and Zuckerberg Invest Millions to Live Longer While Musk Refuses
Key points: Aging research breakthroughs over the past few years have spurred billionaires like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg to use their fortunes to help figure out how to extend human lifespans. Their investments are driving the rapid development of technologies related to removing dysfunctional cells that contribute to aging —… Continue reading Bezos and Zuckerberg Invest Millions to Live Longer While Musk Refuses
Biohackers Convene in Honduras for Unregulated Gene Therapy Trials Without FDA Oversight
Key Points: The biotech startup Minicircle is conducting human trials for a particular gene therapy targeting muscle building and longevity, among other medical conditions, in Próspera, Honduras. The reason for conducting its trials in Honduras pertains to lax regulations due to the country’s controversial legislation that has allowed international businesses to establish micronations there. In… Continue reading Biohackers Convene in Honduras for Unregulated Gene Therapy Trials Without FDA Oversight
Engineered Immune Cells Can Hunt Down and Eliminate Aging Cells
Key Points: Researchers at Sichuan University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences came up with a way to find and kill cells that are known to cause aging and diseases linked to aging. The scientists describe how they made an immune cell that targets a specific protein called Natural Killer Group 2 Member D (NKG2D)… Continue reading Engineered Immune Cells Can Hunt Down and Eliminate Aging Cells