The Okinawa Diet: A Longevity Secret Revealed Thursday, May 1, 2025 okinawa japan diet longevity heart health sweet potato seaweed kelp blue zone Okinawa, Japan, is home to one of the world’s Blue Zones - areas known for the exceptional longevity of their inhabitants. Their diet, which is low in calories and high in carbohydrates, has been associated with … Read More
The Gender Gap in Supercentenarians Thursday, May 1, 2025 gender supercentenarians longevity genetics hormones health lifestyle centenarians research physical activity Reaching the remarkable age of 110 often means being surrounded by predominantly women, as studies suggest that women have a significantly greater chance of becoming ‘supercentenarians’. Studies from Boston … Read More
The Life-Extending Power of Food: How Your Diet Can Add 13 Years to Your Lifespan Saturday, April 26, 2025 diet lifespan longevity food study health research nutrition mediterranean diet plos medicine Recent research has shed light on how specific dietary changes could potentially lengthen your lifespan by up to 13 years. A 2022 study published in PLOS Medicine identified six key alterations to our eating habits that could … Read More
The Blue Zones 'Superfood' for Longevity Saturday, April 26, 2025 longevity blue zones diet superfood beans health nutrition centenarians lifestyle lifespan Renowned longevity expert Dan Buettner has brought attention to a “superfood” that holds the key to enhancing lifespan. Inspired by the dietary habits of individuals living in Blue Zones, Buettner recommends … Read More
The Benefits of Daily Coffee Consumption for Longevity Monday, April 21, 2025 coffee longevity cardiovascular health study research lifestyle benefits consumption heart Enjoying a daily cup or two of coffee may have a positive impact on your longevity by decreasing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). A study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that … Read More
The Health Benefits of Green Tea: A Superdrink for Longevity Thursday, April 17, 2025 green tea health longevity antioxidants flavan-3-ols polyphenols japanese superdrink bioactive cognitive function The Japanese, known for their high life expectancy, attribute their longevity to a diet rich in Omega-3 fish and a special beverage, readily available in the UK. Green tea, particularly matcha, has been a staple in the … Read More