Sleep: do women need more sleep?
The reasons why women have a greater need for sleep than men lie in certain aspects of biology, but are also cultural and social
Why do we grow old? 3 more biological mechanisms unveiled
In 2013, nine causes of aging had been explained. About ten years later, the number rises to 12
Immunometabolism: nutrients for the immune system
The immune system protects us from potential threats, but if it is not functioning at its best it can give rise to exaggerated processes of inflammation and oxidation, which damage the body and promote aging and related diseases. “Feeding” it correctly is imperative
To save the brain, protect the heart
Vascular problems and oxidative stress underlie the decline in cognitive performance associated with aging, and may contribute to the development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. But action can be taken to reduce risks
Younger heart with longevity protein
A genetic variant very common in centenarians appears to have the ability to restore the function of certain heart cells, improving overall organ function and turning back the hands of the biological clock
