You may have noticed that if you fall asleep without a blanket, it’s your feet that feel the cold first. Conversely, keep your feet covered and you might just stay warm and toasty, regardless of what’s happening with the rest of your body. It may seem odd, but these simple facts do have some science …
This isn’t the first time I’ve talked about smart textiles recently, but this new frontier of health tech is so exciting and innovative that there’s a lot to cover. I’ve gone over the basics before, so now let’s explore just how they can be integrated into every part of your life, from what you wear …
If you’re fast asleep at midnight, you’re probably not thinking about food. If you happen to be awake, however, whether because of work, stress or random insomnia, you may feel a bit hungry. Most meal planners don’t talk about the midnight snack, so how do you decide what, if anything, you should eat (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/what-to-eat-at-midnight-when-youre-hungry-but-cant-sleep/)? Don’t …
The type of exercise we do often seems limited by affordability and accessibility. There’s a reason equestrian events are often seen as the preserve of the rich, while boxing is more widely found in the poorer corners of inner cities. In the case of strength training, you might think you need a fancy set of …
There are lots of different ways to measure our health based on many different aspects of our biology. One of the newest and most exciting is epigenetic testing. It’s not the most accessible test, but it could be worth an investment. It would probably help if I started by explaining what’s meant by epigenetics as …
It’s becoming increasingly apparent that health can’t just be about physical signs. It also has to be about what’s going on in the brain, even though that’s a lot harder to quantify. As with many conditions, early detection is essential for providing the best standard of care. That’s why companies like LANGaware are focusing on …
When we discuss aging and longevity, we tend to focus on how to prevent age-related decline and disease, or how to manage it if it does occur. There’s a general acceptance that, in most circumstances, once your cells start to degenerate, you can’t just reverse the effects… or can you? Perhaps that deterioration isn’t the …
Fasting has gained a lot of attention in recent years for its potential health benefits, but it can be difficult to maintain and may be damaging if not practiced safely. A company called Mimio Health wanted to create a product with all the advantages of fasting without actually having to deprive yourself of food for …
Historically speaking, finding care for elderly relatives wasn’t a huge concern. There are a few reasons for that, including the fact that people didn’t generally live as long. In addition, it used to be much more normal for every generation of a family, plus all the aunts and uncles and cousins, to live together. Today, …
When it comes to diagnoses that fill your heart with dread, Parkinson’s has to be high on the list. Not only does it have a devastating effect on the brain and body, but there’s no cure. Treatment focuses on management, which is a lot easier with early intervention. First, however, you need a way to …
