Elder Boom Will Be Felt Worldwide

The proportion of people who are age 65 and older will double from 7 to 14 percent of the world's total population by 2040, says a new U.S. Census Bureau study. Read more

Protecting the Brain From Aging?

I have heard extraordinary claims for acetyl-L-carnitine for anti-aging. I know you don't believe in a "fountain of youth," but have you any thoughts on this supplement? Read more

Exercise, Education Keep You Sharp in Old Age

(HealthDay News) -- If you want your mind to stay sharp when you're 90, here's what you'll need to do. Read more

Lack of Good Sleep Might Be Deadly

(HealthDay News) -- Two new studies suggest that chronic poor sleep can actually boost your odds for dying prematurely, while another study finds that more than half of older Americans aren't getting the recommended eight hours of slumber. Read more

Home-Based Program Extends Seniors' Lives

(HealthDay News) -- A home-based program for seniors that includes occupational and physical therapy, as well as some minor home modifications, can help people live longer, new research found. Read more

Outgoing Nature Could Get You to 100

(HealthDay News) -- Want to live to 100 or beyond? Be very outgoing and know how to manage your stress.A new study found that those were the traits found in the children of people who lived to 100, and longevity is thought to run in families. Read more

Why You Should Add Apricots to Your Anti-Aging Regimen

Ah, apricots. We all love to eat them. Whether it’s as is or in a delicious meal or dessert, apricots are one of those fun fruits that we love to enjoy. If you’re an avid apricot fan, you may be excited to know that apricots can now contribute to your anti-aging regimen as well! Find out what qualifies apricots to be included as the latest ingredient in the anti-aging world.

Carotenoids. This potent antioxidant is what makes the apricot so special. How? For one, carotenoids are antioxidants that work to prevent heart disease, protect against certain types of cancers and can even reduce bad cholesterol levels. For many years, the apricot has been used by the inhabitants of the Himalayas as well as in traditional Chinese medicine to assist in detoxifying, preventing dehydration and regenerating body fluids. Continue Reading >>

7 Tips For Natural Anti-Aging

Anti-aging is a hot topic these days as more and more of the baby boom generation approaches their retirement years. While the desire to avoid or delay the effects of aging has probably always been common, the baby boomers are probably the first generation in which a large percentage of people have actively sought out ways to reduce the effects of aging.

This quest for effective anti-aging methods has resulted in both healthy and unhealthy trends. While dramatic increases in the numbers of people exercising, improving their nutrition, staying socially and physically active, and finding ways to better manage stress no doubt lead to a healthier population, there have been some dangerous (and largely ineffective) attempts to try to artificially defeat the effects of aging through certain cosmetic procedures and even hormone manipulation. Continue Reading >>

'Don't test over-75s for prostate cancer'

Anti-aging physicians have been advised to discontinue screening men over the age of 75 for prostate cancer, it has been stated. ... Continue Reading

Forget Botox, how about another beer?

German brewery launches ‘anti-aging’ brew; product likely to challenge 500-year-old law

By Andy Eckardt
Producer
NBC News

MAINZ, Germany - German experts often say beer is like good wine - it has a variety of different tastes. Germany alone boasts more than 1,200 breweries, with over 5,000 brands. And a small eastern German company is now adding a new taste: anti-aging beer.
"Klosterbrauerei Neuzelle," a former monastery brewery in a small town at the German-Polish border, introduced its "anti-aging beer" at the country's largest food and nutrition fair on Friday, during the so-called "Green Week" in Berlin.
"The beer will be promoted as a healthy and nutritious food product, which supports the general well-being, if consumed in moderation," Stefan Fritsche, the son of the brewery's owner, told NBC News. Story continues

Dr Braverman -- You're only as young as your oldest part

This fortnight we have an interview with Dr Braverman following his speech at the Anti-Aging Medicine Congress in Chicago where he discussed advanced diagnostic testing. You're only as young as your oldest part so the trick is to test and find that part. Computers can give a better physical than a human could by spotting diseases at a molecular level before they even reach the cellular level. These problems can be found with a head to toe transcranial ultrasound. Problems can then be found and treated with hormones, nutritients, diet, change of lifestyle and drug therapy if needed.

Did You Know That Aging is a Treatable Medical Condition?

We have dedicated our lives to discovering the secrets behind anti-aging. This site serves one purpose only: to help you live longer! You will find no better resource for comprehensive, evidence-based information that you can start applying today to reverse the effects of aging, add years to your life, and feel great in the process! Continue Reading >>

Researchers develop groundbreaking diagnostic test

A new licensing agreement has brought anti-aging physicians one step closer to being able to assess a patient's risk of age-related blindness before symptoms manifest. ... Continue Reading

Sunbeds cause more aging damage to skin

While physicians use UV treatment for specific skin disorders such as psoriasis, using a sunbed to improve a skin condition will only cause more long-term damage, the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) warns. ... Continue Reading

Laziness may be genetic, report claims

Physical activity and exercise habits may be predetermined by an individual's genetic make-up, studies suggest. ... Continue Reading

The World's Longevity Secrets

It may have seemed like good news when federal officials announced last month that U.S. life expectancy had jumped four months and, for the first time, surpassed 78 years. ... Continue Reading

Natural Skin Care, Acne, Anti Aging, Face & Acne Products

The Truth about Natural Skin Care, Acne, Anti Aging, Face & Acne Products

Healthy beautiful skins starts on the inside and not the outside w/ skin care products. This video discusses the role of sugar, antioxidants, sun, nutrition and antiaging.

Dr. Vincent Bellonzi is a chiropractor and is certified in Clinical Nutrition. He has been in practice for over 12 years. He received his Doctorate from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1991.

Since 1998, Dr. Bellonzi has practiced in the Austin area. He works with athletes at every level to provide sports conditioning and rehabilitation.

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Decoding Muscle Stem Cell Development

(HealthDay News) -- Muscle stem cells can't grow into mature muscle cells if there aren't enough nutrients, according to a study that offers new insight into how developing muscle cells sense and respond to nutrient levels.

The research, part of ongoing investigations into the effects of caloric restriction on physiology and aging, may help in the development of new treatments for muscle wasting.

In this study, National Institutes of Health researchers examined how the availability of glucose affects the ability of muscle stem cells (myoblasts) to develop into mature skeletal muscle fibers.

According to a news release about the study, the researchers "found that glucose restriction (GR) impaired differentiation of skeletal myoblasts and activated AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). These results define a pathway in which activation of AMPK in response to low glucose levels stimulates expression of the NAD+ biosynthetic enzyme Nampt. NAD+ is a known co-factor of SIRT1, which plays an important role in numerous physiological processes, including differentiation of skeletal muscle cells, and has been implicated in regulation of life span and aging. Importantly, inhibition of AMPK, Nampt or SIRT1 resulted in skeletal muscle cells that were oblivious to a nutrient-poor environment and were able to differentiate under conditions that otherwise would not be suitable."

The researchers said their findings, published in the May issue of Developmental Cell, show that a specific pathway controls muscle cell differentiation in response to low nutrient levels.

"We speculate that, functioning as a cellular checkpoint, the AMPK-Nampt-SIRT1 pathway may be activated by reduced nutrient availability to prevent cells from undertaking energy-demanding processes -- such as cell differentiation -- during calorie-unfavorable conditions. On the other hand, once nutrients become available, the pathway is inactivated to allow resumption of physiological development," researcher Vittorio Sartorelli said in a prepared statement.

This same mechanism also operates in adult tissues, which means it would be part of the response to a diet with reduced calorie intake. The researchers also found that both glucose restriction or treatment of skeletal muscle cells with metformin (a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes) had similar outcomes and activated SIRT1.

"It is therefore possible that the well-known benefits that diabetics derive from lowering the calorie intake in their diet may be attributable to activation of the AMPK-Nampt-SIRT1 axis," Sartorelli said.

He added that AMPK and SIRT1 may prove good targets for treatment of muscle-wasting.

More information
The U.S. National Institutes of Health has more about stem cells.

Stem cell research harnessed for anti-aging remedies

Posted in Stem Cell Research on Fri April 25, 2008

National Stem Cell has revealed that it is set to launch a new range of anti-aging products that have been developed using stem cell research.

Tropelastin produced by human embryonic stem cells has been utilised by the company's subsidiary Decouverte Cosmetique in skin firming products, CosmeticsDesign.com reports.

Chief executive of National Stem Cell Michael Cohen told the website that it is this chemical that can provide women with a 'glow' after they conceive.

He added that the company had used pre-2001 stem cells and neither destroyed nor created any cells during product development.

Some scientists have criticised the use of stem cell research in the development of cosmetic products because they say the technology is not yet advanced enough to deliver drastic results.

"The notion that you could do that with a cream is a little bit ahead of itself," dermatologist Dr Kenneth Beer told the LA Times. "It's a great piece of marketing because there is so much interest in stem cells."

Health Tip: Before Getting Plastic Surgery

(HealthDay News) -- You should do your homework before you elect to have plastic surgery.

Here are suggestions on how to prepare for the procedure, courtesy of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons:

• Research the surgery until you fully understand its possible benefits and risks.


• Talk to your doctor about what to expect after the surgery, including likely results, how much time it may take you to recover, and what the recovery period will feel like.


• Talk to other people who have had the procedure to gain their insight.


• Don't be afraid to discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Be sure the physician knows your complete medical history.


• Make sure the surgeon you select is qualified, properly trained, and certified to perform the procedure.