Aging
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Remind me? How to keep your mind sharp in your later years
Memory decline with age is a common concern, but not a life sentence. Researchers explain how lifestyle, 'brain gym' exercises, and the phenomenon of 'super-agers' can help maintain cognitive function for years to come.

The precise sleep duration range that will save the body from premature aging
Researchers from Columbia University analyzed data from half a million people and found that sleep habits directly affect the rate at which internal organs age. The study identifies the "golden range" of sleep that helps maintain the body's youth.

The two Israeli aging researchers who made it to the "Longevity Leaders" list
Nir Barzilai and Uri Alon were selected by TIME for the list of 12 groundbreaking researchers paving the way for a longer and healthier life. Barzilai is testing whether existing drugs can delay age-related diseases, and Alon found that genetics may account for about 50% of life expectancy.

Reached the age of 110: scientists discover unusual immune cells in the blood of long-lived people
How do some people manage to live over 100 years and successfully resist aging processes? A new study published in the journal "Cell Reports" points to the important role of the immune system. Long-lived individuals were found to have an increased level of rare immune cells capable of destroying damaged and cancerous cells.

Celebrating 68 in a bikini in the Hamptons: Judy Nir-Mozes doesn't care what anyone thinks
Three days, four parties, and one triangle bikini — in a dream location for the upper crust: media personality Judy Nir-Mozes celebrated her birthday exactly as she wanted, and alongside the documentation she shared, she sent a clear message to everyone: "Growing older doesn't mean stopping living."

Researchers discover bone marrow may be the source of systemic aging
A new study published in the journal "Nature Aging" identifies a surprising factor in how the body ages: the bone marrow. Experiments on mice revealed that as blood-producing cells age, they generate immune cells that promote chronic inflammation, which in turn damages tissues throughout the body.

Want to live a long life? Here are 6 habits that longevity experts do not give up
You don't have to wait for the next scientific breakthrough to influence the aging process. From quality sleep and movement to social connections, self-love, and a sense of mission — six experts share the one habit that they believe can make the difference.

Can a hyperbaric chamber really slow down aging?
For decades, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), better known as hyperbaric chamber treatment, has been used for specific medical conditions such as decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, chronic non-healing wounds, and radiation damage. In recent years, however, it has become one of the most intriguing fields in longevity medicine — the field concerned with extending healthy life years.

The myth is broken: not exercising? Protein consumption may harm you
A comprehensive scientific review including over 350 studies, published in the journal Cell Press Blue, reveals that for adults who are not physically active, reducing protein intake may be an easier and more effective path to a long and healthy life. This is in contrast to previous studies that focused on calorie restriction, a method many find difficult to maintain over time.

Contrary to forecasts: The rate of dementia patients has actually decreased over the years
A new study challenges countries' forecasts of a "tsunami" of severe dementia patients in the coming decades. Professor Eric Stallard, who led the study, is convinced there is still room for decline. Longevity Science, a new section.
Dov Navon: "I look at older women and I ask, 'What is this?'"
Actor and comedian Dov Navon joined an unfiltered conversation with Yuval Katza, discussing attraction, aging, and the humorous gap between self-perception and biological age.

15 Foods That May Slow Down the Aging Process: What You Should Know
A diet rich in antioxidants and healthy fats may protect cells from chronic damage. This list of 15 everyday foods includes dark chocolate, avocado, and green tea to help maintain your health.