As we age, harmful cells build up in our bodies. These cells stop dividing, but do not die. As a result, they accumulate in tissues and cause

Researchers have discovered a link between a growth hormone substance, FGF21, and the slowing down of wear and tear on the intervertebral discs. This wear and tear, also known as intervertebral disc degeneration, is a major cause of

As we age, our bodies change, including how our adipose tissue functions. Scientists discovered that an enzyme, Pck1, plays an important role in keeping fat cells healthy. This

Research shows that people who experience a severe infection are more likely to develop dementia later on. This is because such an infection places a prolonged burden on the body and causes inflammation

Researchers are investigating how changes in bacteria in our gut affect the development of brain diseases that become more common with age. The composition of these gut bacteria changes as we

Various studies show that people who exercise regularly have a significantly lower risk of dying prematurely than those who are inactive. As we grow older, it sometimes

Rapamycin is a medicine that has been used for quite some time to suppress the immune system, for example after organ transplants. In recent years it has also been receiving attention because of potential benefits in

New research shows that blood from younger individuals can have a beneficial effect on the brain and potentially slows down the development of Alzheimer's. In experiments with mice, blood led

Our bodies are made up of countless cells that are constantly active. Recent research shows that as cells age, they not only wear out, but also actively change their interiors. A

A new study among more than 3,800 older Americans shows that the shingles vaccine may offer more benefits than just protection against the painful rash. The participants who

New research among more than 270,000 people shows an unexpected relationship between the amino acid tyrosine and the lifespan of men. Tyrosine occurs naturally in protein-rich foods and is

Scientists have carried out a comprehensive study into how the body changes as we get older. They looked at over seven million cells from 21 different organs to better understand when

Researchers discovered that, as they age, men increasingly lose cells with the Y chromosome. This piece of genetic material plays an important role in the male body. The loss happens

Researchers have discovered in fish that middle-aged behaviour can say something about how long they live. Fish that remain active and sleep mainly at night appear to live longer

New research shows that older adults who maintain active social contact live longer than peers who are less involved in social activities. The study followed more than 2,200 people from

A large study involving tens of thousands of participants from Finland and the UK shows that an average weight loss of 6.5 per cent in early midlife can lead to a longer

Our body does not age at the same rate everywhere. That means some organs can be older than our calendar age indicates. Researchers discovered that the rate at which the brain ages can influence

A new scientific study shows that psilocybin, the active ingredient in certain mushrooms, can slow down the ageing of body cells. In the study, human skin and lung cells were treated with psilocybin,

New research shows that people who live close to the sea live longer on average than people in other areas. The study looked at data from more than 66,000 residential areas in

Researchers have discovered that an organism's movement pattern midway through life can provide clues about its remaining lifespan. They tracked the movements of the short-lived killifish, a small fish

Scientists have made an important discovery about ageing. A special enzyme called RNASEK plays a role in slowing down the ageing process. This enzyme helps the body by

At the age of 82, Judy Miller decided to take on a new challenge: learning to swim. Together with her granddaughter Azza, she embarked on this extraordinary journey. Judy took swimming lessons, during which she

The global population is ageing. That has major consequences for our society and economy. In the past, the ageing population was mainly seen as a cost, because more money is needed for pensions

In the United States, the world's largest retirement community, The Villages in Florida, is growing rapidly. This residential area has over 150,000 residents aged 55 and over and continues to expand with thousands