The pecan is a North American deciduous walnut tree. Its seeds, pecan nuts, are sweeter in flavor than walnuts and
Category: Aging
A new pathway for an anti-aging drug
In 1972, Easter Island, called Rapa Nui, famous for its moai statues, offered a new wonder: the discovery of the
Awareness is first step in helping stop ageism
Ever cracked a joke about old people? It might seem funny, but in a world where the population aged 60
Environmental pollutants could impact cellular signs of aging
Researchers have linked some environmental pollutants with diseases, a decreased life span and signs of premature aging, such as wrinkles
Lifespan Links
Scientists have known for decades that caloric restriction leads to a longer lifespan. It has also been observed that chronic
A New Biological Aging Clock: Ribosomal DNA
Chronological aging is easy to track – birthdays. Biological aging can be obvious too – graying hair, sagging skin, and other
‘Selfish’ genetics amplify inflammation, age-related diseases
Aging affects every living organism, but the molecular processes that contribute to aging remain a subject of debate. While many
Engineering Researcher Explains why Time Seems to Fly as we get Older
“Why does it feel that the time passes faster as we get older? What is the physical basis for the
Pain, fatigue, poor sleep: common symptom triad at age 65+
In older people, symptoms of pain, depression and fatigue are commonplace. But how common? Researchers examined the prevalence and impact
Cancer causes premature ageing
Leukaemia promotes premature ageing in healthy bone marrow cells – according to new research from the University of East Anglia.