Without doubt, it’s a peculiar sight to watch the oldest tortoise in the world named Jonathan stretch his neck and limbs out of his shell while enjoying the sunrays in the Saint Helena territory in the South Atlantic. And, some may even think the creature may be dying, considering his […]
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Always Look on the Bright Side: Can Optimism Help Us Live Longer?
‘Look on the bright side of life’ is a common advice we hear often. It sure sounds nice and comforting and nowadays, researchers also claim it may help us prolong our lifespan. According to the study that was led by American academics and published in the Proceedings of the National […]
Eating Chocolate and Drinking Red Wine Could Help Prevent Aging According To New Study
According to research published in the BMC Cell Biology journal, old cells in the body can be rejuvenated with the help of chemicals similar to resveratrol- a substance that is present in dark chocolate and red wine. The study is a follow-up of a previous research done at the University […]
Grandparents Who Babysit Live Longer, Study Finds
A study done in 2017 showed that grandparents who babysat their grandchildren lived longer. And, it does not actually matter if they are your own grandkids or not. What plays a role is the ability to provide care for someone. Let’s learn more about these important discoveries! Why Caring for […]
Learn How Water Fasting Can Help You Live Longer
As seen on CNN, ongoing research indicates that a calorie-controlled nutrition is not just good for the overall health, but it can prolong our lifespan too. Though the topic of controlling the intake of calories to better the health is not something new, researchers are hoping to be able to […]