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Here’s Why Calorie Restriction Is Linked To A Longer Life

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Epigenetics has the answer as to why calorie restriction increases the lifespan. This post from BigThink highlights the 1st study to show evidence of a relationship between methylation drift and lifespan. Scientists have known since the 1930s that calorie restriction helps mammals stay healthy and live longer. But the mechanisms behind this have been a mystery, until now. ... Continue Reading

Is the Pungent Rosemary Helping Locals Become Centenarians?

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Studies show that rosemary can aid brain function, and researchers think the pungent variety grown in Acciaroli, Italy, might have especially high concentrations of beneficial substances, aiding longevity in the locals. This post from The Seattle Times throws light on the amazing lifestyle of the residents. In and around Acciaroli, Italy, a particularly pungent variety of ... Continue Reading

15 Surprising Longevity Lessons from The World’s Healthiest People

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A Greek island, Okinawa, Sardinia, Costa Rica and Loma Linda, California. What do they have in common? Longevity. Otherwise, they don’t eat the same things, don’t do the same things and aren’t even trying to be healthy. They just are. If centenarian women on the Japanese island of Okinawa can’t find enough men their age, they should look to Sardinia and Costa Rica for their ... Continue Reading

7 Superfoods That Are Your Best Bet for Longevity

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Is it true that you can add years to your life by making smarter food choices? Believe it or not, it is! Our life span is dependent on several factors; however, following a healthy lifestyle and sticking to a nutrient-packed diet can slow the aging process and help ward off age-related diseases, including heart disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes. The first step toward ... Continue Reading

Red Hot Chili Peppers: Eat More to Live More

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A large new study finds a relationship between consumption of red hot chili peppers and mortality. This post from Big Think discusses why you should eat more peppers! You might consider adding some spice to your diet as researchers found a 13% decrease in the total mortality rate of people who ate hot red chili peppers. That’s right - a Sriracha addiction may pay off. This ... Continue Reading

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