We discuss it with Maria Letizia Scaglioni, nutritionist biologist at the SoLongevity Clinic in Milan
Food, Muscles and Brain: Neurofunctional Nutrition as the Key to Longevity
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From Chronic Inflammation to “Leaky Gut”: The Silent Fire That Makes Us Age
How is gut health connected to longevity? Interview with Francesca Jaboli, gastroenterologist at the SoLongevity Clinic in Milan
The 6 Lifestyle Pillars of Longevity: Why They Should Be Prescribed Like a Drug
Although it has been shown that lifestyles play a leading role in combating disease and maintaining health, also from a longevity perspective, their integration into the healthcare system is a rare event. In this article we analyze the 6 lifestyle pillars of longevity and why it is important that they be prescribed by physicians as if they were drugs
Metabolic syndrome: how to recognize it?
Metabolic syndrome refers to the simultaneous presence of several factors that pose a risk for the onset of cardiovascular disease
How to Counter Osteoporosis: From Diagnosis to an Integrated Approach
Drug therapies, but not only: to prevent and manage osteoporosis, a plan that includes personalized nutrition and physical activity pathways is essential
Infusion Therapy: What It Is and Why It Must Be Personalized
Infusion therapies can have two main objectives: supplementation or enhancement. At the SoLongevity Clinic, each treatment is chosen and calibrated for the individual person after a careful clinical assessment, as explained by Roberta Costanzo, physician expert in Regenerative and Enhancement Medicine
Longevity Labs: Over 40 Free Workshops, from Skin Health to Cognitive Training to Financial Planning
On the occasion of the Milan Longevity Summit, from March 27 to 29, it will be possible to take part in workshops with the leading longevity experts. See you at the Teatro Franco Parenti in Milan
Continuous Glucose Monitoring: The Starting Point for Precision Nutrition
Discover how dynamically performed blood glucose measurement can help personalize nutrition and improve metabolic health
Genetics Is Not Necessarily Our Destiny
A large study conducted in the United Kingdom shows that individuals with a high genetic risk can extend their life expectancy by adopting a healthy lifestyle
The Gut Microbiota Responsible for Obesity Differs Between Women and Men
The gut bacteria that influence body mass index, fat mass and waist circumference differ between males and females
Centenarians and the Longevity “Biases”
If a centenarian says she drank a liter of wine every day of her life, does the rule apply that a liter of wine a day keeps the doctor away? Obviously not. It is called “survivorship bias”, as Bradley Elliott explains in The Conversation. Let us see what it is
Amino Acids: What They Are
They are called the “building blocks of life” because they make up all the proteins present in living organisms, which are indispensable for every biological function. Let us find out how many there are and which ones, how they are classified and how they are synthesized
Exposome: What Is It?
The exposome is the set of environmental stimuli that come into contact with the body. Here is why it is important to study it
The 8 “Essential” Rules for Heart Health
Diet, physical activity, sleep, no smoking, and control of weight, cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure. These are the fundamental points according to the American Heart Association. Let us look at them in detail
Inflammaging: what is it?
Inflammaging, or chronic low-grade inflammation, is defined as a state of low-grade inflammation that can promote the onset of chronic diseases related to aging
Does insomnia make you gain weight?
Changes to the sleep-wake cycle can alter hormonal control over appetite and satiety, contributing to weight gain and increasing the risk of metabolic syndrome and diabetes
Microbiota: let us clarify
The microbiota is the collection of a great many microorganisms that inhabit our bodies, with which we maintain a relationship of mutual exchange: we provide them with the nutrients they need, while they perform physiological, metabolic and immunological functions important to our physical and mental well-being
Catabolism and anabolism: the two sides of metabolism
The word metabolism, derived from a Greek word meaning “mutation,” denotes the set of chemical and biochemical transformation processes that food undergoes from the moment we ingest it
Aging
Aging is a physiological process whereby the various functions of a certain organism tend to progressively deteriorate over time. Although you cannot stop the hands of the clock, there are several steps you can take to ensure that you age as healthily as possible. Let’s see which ones
Is intermittent fasting also healthy for our four-legged friends?
Dogs that eat only once a day seem to retain their cognitive abilities longer and generally have better health status
Immunometabolism
To function well, the immune system, and particularly its cellular components, need to maintain a proper energy balance
Stroke, neurodegenerative diseases, and bone fragility: watch out for homocysteine
An increase in this amino acid in the blood, which may also be diet-dependent, increases the risk of several aging-related diseases
Is magnesium good for the brain?
Those taking higher doses of magnesium have, on average, a higher gray mass volume and fewer white matter lesions. However, further studies will be needed to confirm these results
False myths: does speeding up your metabolism help you lose weight?
The idea that speeding up metabolism is helpful for losing weight fast is mostly a false myth. This is what the science shows us.
Sweeteners with zero calories could alter the microbiome
A study published in Cell suggests this. Researchers investigated the effects on the intestinal flora from sweeteners such as aspartame, saccharin, stevia or sucralose, and also analyzed their effects on blood glucose
Fermented foods, what are they?
Fermented foods are showing beneficial health properties. Here are a few, for every palate
5 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Fight Chronic Diseases and Aging
Certain foods are associated with lower levels of inflammation, as measured by specific markers such as C Reactive Protein. Here are what these “shield” foods are for our health.
Urolithin A Promotes ‘Maintenance’ of Mitochondria and Muscles
An American study measured the effects of urolithin A supplementation on muscle endurance and mitochondrial health. The results suggest that the substance aids a process called mitophagy, by which cells replace damaged mitochondria
Is there such a thing as a longevity diet? And what is the optimal fasting period?
There are many studies that are trying to define the optimal eating style to increase the number of years lived healthy. Much of the research focuses on intermittent fasting to determine what the best time window is. Exploring this world is a review by Italian scientist Valter Longo in Cell.
Fermented Foods Improve Gut Health
A diet rich in these foods increases the diversity of microorganisms in the gut microbiome and reduces inflammation.
Food Supplements_3: How to assess them?
The third chapter of our guide is about the criteria for evaluating a food supplement. What “good” characteristics should it have? From certifications to bioavailability to the production chain.
Food Supplements_2: right questions to choose them well
In the second article of our guide to food supplementation, we offer a list of questions to figure out what you really need
Food Supplements_1: Do we need them? If so, which ones and how many?
The first of a series of articles to guide you into the world of dietary supplements. It starts from basic: what we should be aware of before approaching the food supplements’ shelf in pharmacies and herbalists, or in the supermarket
Covid-19, why are obese people more at risk?
Obesity is one of the main risk factors for the development of severe forms of Covid-19: according to the experts, chronic inflammation and an altered immune system are involved. Just as it does when you get older.
Sirtuins: food, diets and “Sirt” recipes
Sirtuins are special proteins triggered to preserve the cell life under risky environmental conditions by pausing the cell’s most wasteful activities. This mechanism can be used to counteract aging. Can the choice of certain foods help?
Orchestrating nutrition for longevity
Pro-longevity nutrion demands a smart management of Glucose and Proteins metabolic level. Let’s understand which nutritional strategies are more effective and useful for an healthy ageing.
Understanding metabolism for healthy nutrition
Understanding our metabolism to consciously nourish ourselves in order to build a long and healthy life.
Which diet to gain health? A short guide for self-orientation
It is known as inflammaging: a state of low grade but chronic inflammation, which damages the body. Studies have shown that it plays an important role in the onset of diseases associated with ageing and in the fragility of older people.
Metabolism, is it true that it slows down with age?
Yes, while ageing the reactions that occur in the body become less efficient. But through small interventions on nutrition and physical activity it is possible to stimulate it, stopping the aging process and reducing the risk of disease.
