The idea of living longer and healthier is no longer just a dream. It's becoming a reality, thanks to the science of longevity. This field is getting serious attention from big investors like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg. It's like the crypto world, where new ideas can change everything. LongeVC is a venture fund that invests in longevity biotech. Their first fund...
The longevity industry is booming, but not all solutions are created equal. With so many options out there, it's tough to know what's legit and what's just hype. Lifeforce, a company based in Los Angeles, is trying to cut through the noise. Lifeforce is a young company, but it's already made a big splash. They've created personalized longevity programs for tens of t...
People often think that living a long, healthy life is all about good genes. But that isn't always the case. A group of people, known as Super Agers, have reached their 80s and beyond without major health issues. They have not had cancer, heart disease, or brain issues. This is despite the fact that their genes did not show any special advantages. This finding co...
Snoop Dogg is a name that has been around in the music industry for a long time. He has a knack for making music that people enjoy. He has just dropped his 21st album, Iz It a Crime? This album is packed with 21 tracks and features a lineup of big names like Pharrell Williams, Sexyy Red, and Wiz Khalifa. The title track of the album is a nod to Sade’s “Is It a Crime....
Professional soccer players often face a tough decision after an ACL injury. They can either rush back to the field in less than six months or take the standard 7 to 9 months to recover. The latter is usually recommended, but it is based on data from non-professional athletes. So, what happens when elite players return to the game early? The big question is whether ...
The secret to why some animals live longer than others might be hidden in their genes. A team of scientists dug into the genetic makeup of various mammals. They wanted to understand how brain size and immune system strength might affect how long an animal lives. The scientists looked at the longest life recorded for 46 different mammal species. They ignored factors ...
A doctor has written a book that aims to clear up some myths about staying healthy and living longer. He wants to focus on what really works, not just the latest fads. The book talks about how we can avoid big diseases like cancer, heart problems, and brain issues as we get older. It is all about using good science and real data to make a difference. The doctor ...
The quest to understand why some people live exceptionally long lives has always fascinated scientists. The body's metabolic processes are key to how long and how well someone lives. The metabolic processes in the body are crucial to how long and how well someone lives. Studies have looked at the metabolic profiles of long-lived people from different parts of the ...
The National Institute on Aging is on a mission to find ways to help people live longer and healthier lives. In 2013, they kicked off a special project called the Caenorhabditis Intervention Testing Program. This program uses a tiny worm, the C. elegans, to test different drugs. These worms live for about 21 days, making them perfect for quick testing. Plus, they hav...
OLED TVs are popular for their stunning picture quality, but they come with some challenges. Humidity is a big one. These TVs use organic light-emitting diodes, which don't like moisture. High humidity can speed up the degradation of these diodes, shortening the TV's lifespan. If you live in a humid area, consider getting a dehumidifier for the room where your OLED T...