Biological Aging

For many, the approach of Valentine’s Day does not necessarily include a romantic interlude with your honey, but rather an opportunity to express your love and affection for your “Galentine,” that is, a moment dedicated to expressions of love and gratitude for deep friendships. As Euripides once said, “One loyal…

We are still knee deep in the winter viral season, and flu activity, along with RSV and COVID, continues to remain problematic, and in some states, the number of cases is still rising. However, despite the vulnerability of older adults to the ravages of these diseases, the vaccination rates for…

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…

So how much are you paying for coffee these days? According to CNBC, the cost of coffee has gone up dramatically in recent years, and Consumer Reports notes that the price jumped 19% in 2025. Almost makes you wonder whether it’s worth drinking at this point- though for many, giving…

One week into the new year, and some of us are still celebrating (and some of us, not so much). For those still engaged in celebrations, or even for those who have returned to their usual state of affairs, what is your relationship with alcohol these days? In recent years,…

You’ve likely heard the phrase “Use it or lose it.” We’d like to propose a slightly amended version of that truism to correspond to the latest research on physical activity: that is, “Move it or lose it.” For it seems that more than ever, the notion that regular and ongoing…