One-button weight changing puts the smart in dumbbells

In the world of fitness, weight training can be an intimidating, confusing and cumbersome way of working out, but studies have proven that even light strength-work can speed up metabolism for weight loss, help stave off muscle deterioration as we age a… Continue reading One-button weight changing puts the smart in dumbbells

Common drug restores youthful function to clean up aging brains

Restoring the brain's ability to drain itself of dirty fluid could go a long way toward fighting diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

A drug used to induce labor in pregnant women has been shown to reactivate tiny waste-clearing pumps in the brains of old mice. The finding could hold promise as a new way to fight Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases and overall cognitive decline.

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Common drug restores youthful function to clean up aging brains

Restoring the brain's ability to drain itself of dirty fluid could go a long way toward fighting diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

A drug used to induce labor in pregnant women has been shown to reactivate tiny waste-clearing pumps in the brains of old mice. The finding could hold promise as a new way to fight Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases and overall cognitive decline.

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Anti-aging drug extends life up to 25%, staves off frailty and disease

For the first time, scientists have demonstrated how a specific protein increases in our organs as we get older and actively promotes the aging process. By blocking this activity, it could not only help us live longer, but slow the physical decline tha… Continue reading Anti-aging drug extends life up to 25%, staves off frailty and disease

Anti-aging molecule successfully restores multiple markers of youth

In pre-clinical trials, a small molecule effectively regrew neurons, reduced inflammation, and improved memory, speed, coordination, grip strength, and more. The finding could have a profound impact on aging and the diseases that accompany it.Continue … Continue reading Anti-aging molecule successfully restores multiple markers of youth

Nutrient profile of popular diet linked to slower brain aging

By combining brain scans and nutritional intake data, a new study has found a nutrient profile that puts the brakes on brain aging. What’s more, that profile matches an easy-to-follow popular eating plan that’s been proven to convey multiple benefits.C… Continue reading Nutrient profile of popular diet linked to slower brain aging

Anti-aging biopharma company raises $40 million to begin human tests

“As people live longer, improving quality of life is paramount,” said Alex Morgan, a partner at Khosla Ventures, who chipped in to fund Rubedo’s first round of venture capital financing. “Rubedo is targeting senescent, or aging, cells that drive age-re… Continue reading Anti-aging biopharma company raises $40 million to begin human tests

Tardigrade proteins upgrade damage resistance of human cells

Tardigrades are famously tough little critters, and good for them – but what’s in it for us? We might now be closer to hijacking their superpowers for our own benefit, with a new study finding that tardigrade proteins can protect human cells from damag… Continue reading Tardigrade proteins upgrade damage resistance of human cells