Month: October 2022
A new study in the journal Nature shows that it is possible to create living synthetic cells from scratch. The scientists used synthetic bubbles and two different types of bacteria to engineer cells that can replicate DNA, metabolize sugar, and grow into different shapes. How scientists with over $5 billion in funding want to make […]
October 28, 2022
Published: October 28, 2022 Updated: May 26, 2023 The general wisdom is not to eat late at night – it might cause weight gain and you’ll have a hard time falling asleep. But if you’re really hungry, a growling stomach could keep you awake all night. Not all foods are the enemy of sleep. In […]
October 28, 2022
Published: October 25, 2022 Updated: May 25, 2023 By changing your nutrition, you can lower your high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels. That means you’ll need to fill your diet with healthy meals and snacks. Eating foods high in fiber can help lower cholesterol levels and eating foods high in potassium and calcium can […]
October 25, 2022
Sea creature-inspired biotech Ascidian surfaces with $50M and a new way to edit RNA Ascidian Therapeutics is developing therapies for inherited disorders that work by editing RNA, which the startup’s scientists say brings safety and breadth not achievable by currently available genetic medicines. We Will Reach Longevity Escape Velocity By 2030, According to Experts Dr […]
October 22, 2022
Published: October 21, 2022 Updated: May 26, 2023 Some people put hot sauce on everything and others get watery eyes just looking at a jalapeño. Whether you like spicy food or not probably has a pretty big impact on your diet. Even though eating spicy food might be uncomfortable, there are actually a lot of […]
October 21, 2022
Published: October 18, 2022 Updated: May 24, 2023 Heart-healthy meals can be simple and easy. Following a heart-healthy diet is important for lowering high blood pressure and high cholesterol.1-4 If you need some ideas for simple, heart-healthy recipes, this article is for you! Nutrition Tips for Dinner Nutrition can impact your blood pressure and cholesterol […]
October 18, 2022
Age vs. genetics: Which is more important for determining how we age? A new study from University of California, Berkeley suggests that in many cases, age plays a more important role than genetics in determining which genes in our bodies are turned on or off. The level at which genes are expressed – that is, […]
October 14, 2022
Published: October 11, 2022 Updated: April 26, 2023 Is it possible to not love peanut butter? Whether you eat it for lunch in a classic PB&J, enjoy it in desserts like peanut butter cups, or prefer to eat it in savory dishes like noodles with peanut sauce, it’s a pantry staple. You may have heard […]
October 14, 2022
Published: October 11, 2023 Updated: May 18, 2023 Being tired after a long day and not wanting to cook is a very relatable feeling. It can be really tempting to get takeout instead of trying to put together a healthy meal. But, takeout, frozen dinners, and other quick meal options often aren’t that great for […]
October 11, 2022
We all want to look and feel young for as long as possible, and fortunately, there are a few simple things we can do to help achieve that longevity goal. One of the most important longevity habits is to maintain regular exercise habits. In this blog post, we will discuss five exercises that are especially […]
October 7, 2022