DNA contains many biological secrets that scientists are only just beginning to unlock. That includes the role it plays in our longevity, or in how long we can hope to live. As researchers further explore the world of epigenetics and DNA methylation, there are implications for how we can calculate our biological age more accurately […]
Longevity science isn’t just about developing clever new drugs to fight off the effects of aging. It’s about the psychology of it all, and about how we make individuals, companies and governments want to invest in and make use of longevity tools. Changing attitudes, and society as a whole, are vital for ensuring a better-quality
Biological age is one of the hottest ways of measuring our health, but that doesn’t make it perfect. It has its flaws. The quest to improve how we assess health is ongoing, and one company hopes it can move us forward by basing its calculations on something called “biological noise” rather than the standard biological
When it comes to the symptoms of aging, hair loss probably doesn’t rank quite as highly as cognitive decline or various cardiovascular issues, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a source of upset. After all, it is more visible than the other signs. Luckily, as we begin to better understand what causes hair loss,
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Smartwatches have evolved from one of the most exciting new innovations to a pretty standard piece of tech. There might not be one on every wrist, but there’s no denying their popularity. So how does a new device like the Garmin Vivoactive 5 make itself stand out from the growing crowd? Let’s take a look
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Okay, so you’ve bought yourself a fancy new test kit to calculate your biological age, and it’s given you a figure that’s uncomfortably higher than your age in years. What next? What do the results mean when you break them down? What do you need to do to turn this data into improvements in your
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Longevity science may be a growing field, but there’s still a perception that it’s a playground for rich people or even just the feat of a sci-fi writer’s imagination – and that’s if you’re aware of it at all. There’s still a long way to go before the average person on the street can have
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They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but that’s defeatist. There’s no reason that people over 55 can’t pick up new knowledge and skills to help them enjoy a more active and meaningful old age. That’s the idea underpinning an app called GetSetUp, which is currently improving minds and building communities among
We’ve talked about the definition, the strengths and weaknesses, and what smart textiles mean for innovation in health tech. Now let’s give you the examples, introducing you to some of the most exciting new products to come out under the smart textiles label in 2023 (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/7-must-know-smart-textile-products-for-2023/). Remember, smart textiles have tech integrated into their very
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You may have heard me talk about biological age before. If you spend any time in longevity circles, it’s something that comes up a lot, although it can take a little while to get your head around it. There are lots of ways to calculate biological age, so it can be tricky to decide which
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