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Scientists at the University of Cambridge report discovering a type of white blood cell that exists as a single large population of cells that constantly move around the body looking for and repairing damaged tissues. Their findings published in the journal Immunity overturn traditional thinking that regulatory T cells exist as multiple specialist populations which …
A Look Inside the Exclusive World of Elite Longevity Clinics The field of longevity medicine is experiencing a surge in growth, with a focus on health optimization, disease prevention, and the desire to combat aging gaining momentum across the population. This pursuit of longevity has particularly captured the attention of the wealthy, as evidenced by …
Moving your body is one of the most important things you can do for your brain. Studies have shown that those who exercise have less risk of developing brain disorders such as depression and Alzheimer’s disease. However, it is not just cardiorespiratory exercises like aerobics, running, or dance that help to promote brain health, weight …
Earlier this month, the first class of pioneering soon-to-be weight management experts gathered for the inaugural Clinical Weight Management Certification Program in Scottsdale, Arizona. This immersive experience was filled with insightful lectures, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging collaborative learning opportunities that left participants empowered and equipped with the critical knowledge and skills needed to navigate the …
As we grow older, our immune systems also grow weaker. Our bone density reduces, and our risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure rises, among other health issues. The demand for diet in older people fluctuates with age, the same way, the nutritional requirements for the elderly increases. There are many variables …
The health benefits of exercise are well known but new research shows that the body’s response to exercise is more complex and far-reaching than previously thought. In a study on rats, a team of scientists from across the United States has found that physical activity causes many cellular and molecular changes in all 19 of …
At a Glance: Researchers found that depleting certain stem cells improved the immune systems of aged mice. The findings suggest that a similar treatment might be used to help protect older people against infections. The risk for serious infections rises with age, as people’s immune systems lose the ability to respond to novel infections. Part …
Kombucha tea is a fermented drink that is made with tea, sugar, bacteria, and yeast. Supporters suggest that this beverage can help to prevent and treat a range of health conditions from weight loss to cancer and high blood pressure. Research suggests that it may provide benefits similar to probiotic supplements such as combating inflammation, …
Humans have been on a quest to unlock the secrets of longevity to slow down aging or turn back our biological clocks for centuries, and while we haven’t found that holy grail yet, we have uncovered hints like how certain nutrients could potentially influence the biological mechanisms of aging. Vitamin D is perhaps one of …
It’s happening every day. From our water, our food and even the air we breathe, tiny plastic particles are finding their way into many parts of our body. But what happens once those particles are inside? What do they do to our digestive system? In a recent paper published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, …