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Some of us not only age well but enjoy the journey to longevity too. This post from MindBodyGreen.com unveils the top five tips from a 91-year old grandmother for leading a long, healthy, and happy life. My 91-year-old grandmother is my last living grandparent, by a long shot. When I went to visit her on her 90th birthday, I asked her how she's managed to live such a long, ... Continue Reading
World’s oldest woman alive shares the secret to her longevity, giving credit to bacon, eggs and sleep. This post from Gothamist turns the spotlight on Susannah Mushatt Jones who turned 116 this year. Happy 116th birthday to Susannah Mushatt Jones—Tee (short for Auntie) to her 100 nieces and nephews, Miss Susie to her friends—who was born on July 6, 1899, the same year Queens ... Continue Reading
These startups are trying to beat Alzheimer's, cure viral diseases, and kill tumors with gold. One common thread: funding from Peter Thiel. This post from Inc.com highlights the incredible biotech startups that immortality-obsessed Peter Thiel has been encouraging and investing in. In 2010, Brian Frezza and D.J. Kleinbaum were four hours from leaving Silicon Valley for good. ... Continue Reading
Scientists have embarked on a quest to eliminate ageing and extend life expectancy indefinitely. This post from The Guardian encapsulates the recent work being done for extending ‘healthspan’, the years that are free of frailty and disease. Fixing the ‘problem’ of ageing is the mission of Silicon Valley, where billions is pouring into biotech firms working to ‘hack the code’ ... Continue Reading
Why is it that some people age, but do not look or feel older? We all know - as we age our body simply does not heal as fast. Our immune system doesn't resist infection as well. And our digestive system doesn't work as well anymore. We get tired more easily, get sick more often and gain weight faster in places we didn't think possible! Our skin doesn't maintain the moisture, ... Continue Reading
