Tag Archives: lifespan

Unlocking Longevity: The Potential of Phytoene in Extending Lifespan

Recent research has unveiled a promising dietary compound that could play a significant role in increasing longevity. Scientists from the University of Seville and the University of Kent have found that phytoene, a carotenoid, not only extends the lifespan of a microscopic worm known as Caenorhabditis elegans but also helps reduce paralysis associated with Alzheimer’s… Read More: Unlocking Longevity: The Potential of Phytoene in Extending Lifespan »

Body size may influence women's lifespan more than it does men's

Body size-height and weight- may influence women’s lifespan far more than it does men’s, suggests research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health. And while physical activity is linked to longer lifespans in both sexes, it seems the more time men spend physically active every day, the better it is for their… Read More: Body size may influence women's lifespan more than it does… »

Obesity, low BMI linked to reduced lifespan, study reveals

The study, published Wednesday in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology and conducted by scientists at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, revealed that BMI that’s either too high or too low is tied to increased morbidity from a range of major diseases. Krishnan Bhaskaran, lead author of the study and associate professor of statistical… Read More: Obesity, low BMI linked to reduced lifespan, study reveals »