Tag: longevity

For healthy aging, which protein you eat may matter more than how much

A sweeping new review points to three amino acids as the missing variable in the protein-and-aging debate.

Lentils, salmon and olive oil: the weeknight Mediterranean dinners researchers tie to a stronger heart

A July 2026 Washington Post feature spotlighted weeknight dishes with the strongest cardiovascular evidence.

How strong your grip is may predict how long you live, more than your weight does

A simple squeeze test has outperformed blood pressure at predicting who dies from heart disease.

Eating less protein to live longer may do more harm than good for most people

A new longevity review says less protein could extend lifespan. Leading nutrition experts disagree.

How fast you walk may say more about your health than your weight does

Faster walkers outlived slower ones by years in UK Biobank data, at any weight.

Stop at 80 percent full: The Okinawan eating habit backed by aging research

A centuries-old Okinawan habit is now backed by clinical research on aging.