Longevity

Did you know? Your nose holds the key to let you live longer by sniffing out death!

 The results published in Journal of the American Geriatrics Society contribute to growing evidence that smell testing gives a valuable window into the health of the brain as it ages – just as the back of the eye does to a skilled doctor.

May 15, 2017, 23:40 PM IST

An hour of daily running can add seven hours to your life, says study!

The team of researchers carrying out the study decided to take help from available research and investigate the benefits of other forms of exercise and how running was more effective.

Apr 15, 2017, 00:32 AM IST

Healthy living tops list of Indian consumer priorities

New research from global market intelligence agency Mintel reveals that nearly half (48%) of consumers in India aim to live a healthier lifestyle, followed by better time management (30%), improving relationships with family and friends (25%), and travelling (24%).

Apr 05, 2017, 09:56 AM IST

Parenthood may help you live longer, says research

Having a child can be tiring today, but take heart if you're a parent yourself. As per a new study, having kids can help increase your lifespan.

Mar 14, 2017, 11:40 AM IST

Hormone replacement therapy may increase women's longevity, says study

Having higher levels of calcium is a marker for the buildup of plaque, which increases the risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

Mar 09, 2017, 19:52 PM IST

Foods for longevity: Eat these to turn back the clock

Instead of piling up on processed foods loaded with artificial sweeteners and offers less nourishment, try to consume more nutrient-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables that promote health and longevity. 

Mar 02, 2017, 13:07 PM IST

A 'lively outdoor lifestyle' gives Australian men the longest life expectancy in the world!

Australians have notoriously poor diets, but said a "pretty good quality of life" counteracts the poor eating habits.

Feb 23, 2017, 11:48 AM IST

Longevity: Eating less can slow ageing process

The researchers found that when ribosomes, the cell's protein makers, slow down, the aging process slows too.

Feb 14, 2017, 12:33 PM IST

Doing these three simple things daily will help you live longer

Studies have shown that smiling releases happy hormones endorphins and serotonin - which will naturally help to reduce inflammation and pain.

Feb 02, 2017, 13:02 PM IST

Want to live longer? Eating red chilli may extend lifespan

The study found that daily consumption of hot red chilli peppers can lead to a 13 per cent reduction in total mortality, primarily in heart disease or stroke.

Jan 14, 2017, 17:38 PM IST

Young forever? Breakthrough as Salk scientists discover how to reverse signs of ageing – WATCH!

As per a new study, researchers at the Salk Institute in the US have found that intermittent expression of genes normally associated with an embryonic state can reverse the hallmarks of old age.

Dec 17, 2016, 09:55 AM IST

Want to live longer? Be optimistic in life!

As per a new research, women who maintain a positive outlook on life are less likely to die from several major causes of death - including cancer, heart disease, stroke, respiratory disease and infection, than those who are less optimistic.

Dec 08, 2016, 17:14 PM IST

Anti-ageing diet: Eat these five foods to look younger!

Making positive lifestyle choices, for instance, eating healthy, exercising regularly, not smoking, limiting alcohol intake, getting an adequate sleep, can help delay the ageing process and add years to your life.

Nov 24, 2016, 09:56 AM IST

Women who become mothers at or after 25 live longer, says study

The study by researchers at University of California San Diego in the US is the first to look at age at first child-birth in relation to longevity.

Nov 18, 2016, 18:49 PM IST

Using Facebook may increase your longevity

A new study says that using Facebook is associated with living longer as it serves to maintain and enhance an individual's real-world social ties.

Nov 01, 2016, 17:56 PM IST

Want to live a very long life? Follow these five basic rules for a healthier, happier lifestyle!

Following are five simple common-sense rules, if followed will keep you fit and add years to your life.

Oct 28, 2016, 13:28 PM IST

Life expectancy in Australia hits new high: Report

ABS Director of Demography Beidar Cho said the life expectancy for Australians in 2015 was comparable for other first-world nations.

Oct 28, 2016, 10:06 AM IST

Five bad habits that shorten your lifespan!

Making a few changes in your lifestyle can slow the ageing process and help you live longer.

Oct 13, 2016, 10:25 AM IST

125 years - The absolute limit of human lifespan!

Since the 1970s, the maximum duration of life - the age to which the oldest people live -- has risen.

Oct 06, 2016, 13:41 PM IST

Five scientifically-proven ways to live longer!

Making few changes in your lifetyle can help you live longer and healthier. Here are a few tricks that'll add years to your life.

Aug 10, 2016, 13:18 PM IST