Aging

There’s no shortage of things to cause you stress or worry in this day and age. Between political strife, economic concerns, global disputes, and climate change, there’s plenty to keep you up at night. And that’s before you even consider your own personal situation, whether it’s your health or the…

While genes are not definitive proof of your health or life destiny, it appears from new research that if you want to live a long life, being born into a family with long-living relatives may be your golden ticket. According to a new study published in Science, it now appears…

Surely you know what lifespan is: the length of time a person is alive. And healthspan? The number of healthy years you have during your lifespan that are free of disability and chronic disease. But how much attention are you paying to your “playspan,” that is, your time to be…

So, did you make a “healthy living” resolution on New Year’s Eve? Have you started going to a gym, watching what you eat, or maybe getting into bed earlier? Do you feel motivated to stick to your resolutions, or are you already starting to see yourself sliding back into old…

Let’s face it: Going gray is an indelible sign of aging. While that’s not inherently a bad thing, for many, signs of gray or even a full head of gray hair are the ultimate downer, and need to be rectified and covered up as soon and as often as possible….

So what birthday will you be celebrating in 2026? If you’re reaching the milestone of 80, congratulations, you’re at the head of the line of Baby Boomers entering this later stage of life. With the current average life expectancy being 78.9 years, you’re an “overachiever,” aligned with the competitiveness that…