https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/health_medicine/healthy_aging/ Healthy aging is a journey and a process. Read articles on treating bladder problems, slowing dementia and understanding health issues related to aging. en-us Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:22:28 EDT Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:22:28 EDT 60 https://www.sciencedaily.com/images/scidaily-logo-rss.png https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/health_medicine/healthy_aging/ For more science news, visit ScienceDaily. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260913082200.htm Cancer rates are rising in adults under 55, and new research suggests accelerated biological aging may be one piece of the puzzle. Scientists found that people from more recent generations tended to have bodies that appeared biologically older than those of earlier generations at the same chronological age. Greater biological age acceleration was linked to a higher risk of early onset cancers, with specific patterns seen for lung, gastrointestinal, uterine and colorectal cancers. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:47:07 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260913082200.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260913081921.htm Scientists have discovered that the brain’s short-range wiring may help protect cognition even as gray matter shrinks with age. Healthier connections just beneath the brain’s surface were linked to better language skills and appeared to weaken the impact of gray matter loss. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:23:40 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260913081921.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260912222856.htm AI analysis of 400,000 Reddit posts found that users of drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound reported unexpected symptoms including menstrual changes, chills, hot flashes, and fatigue. Researchers cannot say the medications caused these problems, but the patterns may reveal overlooked signals worth studying. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:46:19 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260912222856.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260912220107.htm Sucralose, the artificial sweetener used in Splenda, came under scrutiny after a study found that a related chemical damaged DNA and weakened the gut barrier in laboratory experiments. But later findings have complicated that alarming picture. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:41:03 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260912220107.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260912220051.htm Scientists found that the 3D organization of DNA is disrupted in several types of brain cells affected by Alzheimer’s disease, altering how important genes are switched on and off. The discovery reveals a previously underexplored layer of the disease that could open new paths for understanding and eventually treating Alzheimer’s. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:56:06 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260912220051.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260911214306.htm Scientists have uncovered a natural braking system that helps the immune system switch off inflammation and prevent harmful immune cells from building up. Boosting this pathway in people reduced inflammation-related immune changes and sped up pain relief, pointing toward potential new treatments for chronic inflammatory diseases. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:44:05 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260911214306.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260911214238.htm Semaglutide helped older healthy mice live longer while improving memory, muscle function, blood sugar control, and several biological signs of aging. Its effects went beyond those seen with calorie restriction, raising the possibility that GLP-1 drugs could tap into a separate biological pathway linked to longevity. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:52:50 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260911214238.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260911003852.htm Long-lived bats appear to combine powerful immune defenses with unusual strategies for eliminating damaged cells, potentially helping them avoid cancer and disease for decades. Researchers hope these genetic tricks could eventually reveal new ways to protect human health during aging. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:25:05 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260911003852.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260906170134.htm A large study of nearly 74,000 men suggests that long-term use of tadalafil, best known as Cialis, may be linked to a higher risk of glaucoma and other eye pressure problems. Men prescribed the drug for urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate were 22% more likely to develop glaucoma, 32% more likely to develop ocular hypertension, and 33% more likely to be diagnosed with primary open-angle glaucoma or start glaucoma treatment over five years. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:03:04 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260906170134.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260904000330.htm A large study involving more than 270,000 people has linked higher blood levels of the amino acid tyrosine to a shorter lifespan in men. Using both observational data and genetic analysis, researchers found that elevated tyrosine could potentially reduce male life expectancy by nearly a year, while no significant effect appeared in women. Tyrosine is found naturally in protein-rich foods and is also sold as a supplement for boosting focus and mental performance, making the finding especially intriguing. Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:21:25 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260904000330.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260902234518.htm A substance found in edible sea squirts appeared to reverse several signs of aging in older mice. Plasmalogen supplements improved memory and learning, strengthened connections between brain cells, reduced inflammation, and even helped the mice grow thicker, darker hair. Researchers believe the compounds may encourage brain regeneration and protect aging synapses. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:29:06 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260902234518.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260901070520.htm Starting statins soon after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis may do more than protect the heart. In a nationwide Danish study of more than 132,000 people, those who began statin treatment within a year of diagnosis had a 15% lower relative risk of developing dementia over 10 years compared with those who did not start statins. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:37:21 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260901070520.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260901010717.htm Aging may be partly fueled by immune cells losing their ability to clear away damaged, inflammation-promoting cells. Blocking a single receptor restored that cleanup process in mice, reducing inflammation and helping their organs, muscles, and memory remain remarkably youthful. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:29:04 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260901010717.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260831015144.htm Brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s may begin at least seven years before amyloid plaques become detectable with current PET scans. Researchers uncovered the signal by tracking healthy older adults with repeated brain imaging over nearly 20 years. The discovery could help scientists identify Alzheimer’s earlier and suggests that important disease processes may start before visible plaque buildup. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:33:57 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260831015144.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260829235953.htm A study of people over 90 found that dementia risk remains strongly shaped by sex, race and genetics, with women and black participants facing notably higher risks. Intriguingly, some people stayed cognitively healthy despite carrying major risk factors, potentially offering clues to how the brain can resist dementia deep into old age. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:09:42 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260829235953.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260828082341.htm Dogs and humans may have more in common when it comes to aging than scientists realized. Researchers with the Dog Aging Project found that patterns of small molecules in dogs’ blood were linked to longer or shorter lifespans in remarkably similar ways to those seen in people. These metabolic “fingerprints” could offer clues about the biological processes that drive aging, including metabolism, inflammation, and cellular stress. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:47:55 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260828082341.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260828005218.htm Frequent micro-awakenings during sleep were linked to higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s in healthy middle-aged adults who had no symptoms. The discovery raises the possibility that subtle changes during sleep could offer an early warning signal years before memory problems appear. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:45:37 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260828005218.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260826055508.htm Moderate calorie restriction lowered an immune protein called C3 that appears to help drive chronic inflammation as the body ages. Blocking the same protein reduced age related inflammation in mice, raising the possibility that future treatments could mimic some benefits of calorie restriction without severe dieting. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:53 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260826055508.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260824065522.htm Britain’s postwar sugar rationing created a rare natural experiment that let researchers examine how early sugar exposure might affect health decades later. People who experienced more rationing during their first 1,000 days had lower rates of several cancers and showed signs of slower biological aging. They were also still eating less sugar and maintaining healthier diets around age 50. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:30:35 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260824065522.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260823094156.htm Both too little and too much sleep may be linked to faster aging throughout the body. Researchers analyzing 23 biological aging clocks found the lowest aging levels among people sleeping about 6.4 to 7.8 hours per day. Short or long sleep was also associated with numerous conditions affecting the brain, heart, lungs, metabolism, and digestive system. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:31:44 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260823094156.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260823015013.htm Older adults who received the Shingrix shingles vaccine were 24% less likely to be diagnosed with dementia over four years in a study of more than 500,000 people. Researchers estimate the difference could amount to roughly one dementia case prevented for every 17 people vaccinated. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:09:21 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260823015013.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260822015138.htm Older adults with mild cognitive impairment and sleep problems who took at least 5,000 IU of vitamin D daily scored more than 13% higher on a cognitive test than those taking none. The preliminary findings suggest vitamin D could be worth studying as a potentially modifiable factor during an early window of cognitive decline. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:31:43 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260822015138.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260821012234.htm Researchers have uncovered a possible reason why the Alzheimer’s risk gene APOE4 can disrupt the brain long before memory problems begin. In mice, APOE4 increased a protein called Nell2, shrinking neurons and making memory circuits unusually active. That early hyperactivity predicted worse memory later in life. Reducing Nell2 in adult mice reversed the abnormal changes, raising hopes for a new way to intervene before Alzheimer’s progresses. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:15:41 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260821012234.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260821012232.htm Greenland sharks may live for 400 years without suffering the kind of retinal decline normally associated with aging. Researchers found healthy eye tissue and active proteins specially adapted for seeing blue light in the dim Arctic depths. DNA repair mechanisms may help keep their eyes functioning across centuries. The discovery could eventually offer new clues for protecting human vision as we age. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 23:14:26 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260821012232.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814235856.htm An experimental Alzheimer’s compound prevented damaging protein clumps from forming in the brains of mice, helping nerve cells survive longer and reducing amyloid buildup. The treatment also appeared to improve heart health and slow some signs of aging, raising hopes for an entirely new way to combat dementia. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:01:15 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814235856.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814235839.htm Exercise and healthy blood sugar levels in midlife may help slow cognitive decline decades later. Physical activity appeared especially beneficial for Mexican American adults, suggesting that some brain-protective factors may differ across populations. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:02:14 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814235839.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814011028.htm Women who used estrogen-only hormone therapy later in life were less likely to develop dementia and showed fewer signs of Alzheimer’s disease in their brains, according to a large study of more than 21,000 participants. Hormone therapy use was linked to 39% lower odds of a dementia diagnosis and 35% lower odds of Alzheimer’s-related brain changes at autopsy, including amyloid plaques and tau tangles. Biomarker tests also suggested less amyloid buildup among hormone therapy users. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:19:42 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814011028.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260803080923.htm A long-term brain study found that common risks such as smoking, high blood pressure, heart disease, and high blood lipids were strongly linked to damage associated with vascular dementia. The findings suggest that healthier lifestyle choices could help delay dementia by reducing several harmful brain changes at once. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:23:46 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260803080923.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729051540.htm A person’s sleeping brain may reveal warning signs of dementia long before memory problems begin. Researchers used machine learning to analyze EEG recordings from about 7,000 adults and found that an older-than-expected “brain age” was tied to a sharply higher dementia risk. Every additional 10 years of brain aging raised that risk by nearly 40%. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:05:12 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729051540.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729051534.htm New research challenges the decades-old idea that children experience an “adiposity rebound” when their BMI begins rising around age 6. Although BMI returns to earlier levels, a more reliable measure showed that body fat does not rebound at all. The increase appears to come from growing muscle and lean tissue as children prepare for later growth. Researchers say this normal process has been mistakenly treated as an obesity warning sign for 42 years. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:28:32 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729051534.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729051529.htm A gene involved in the brain’s overnight cleaning system may change how strongly poor sleep affects Alzheimer’s-related brain changes. The findings point toward more personalized prevention strategies based on both genetics and sleep habits. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:20:43 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260729051529.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260726015257.htm Scientists have identified a possible tipping point that helps determine whether Alzheimer’s-related brain changes lead to dementia. The key may lie in how the brain’s immune cells respond to plaques and tau, offering a promising new target for treatments designed to extend cognitive resilience. Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:14:57 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260726015257.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260723084856.htm The longevity-linked APOE2 gene appears to protect brain cells by reducing DNA damage and helping neurons recover from stress. The finding could open a new path toward treatments that mimic APOE2’s defenses in people at higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 02:00:15 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260723084856.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260723084045.htm Scientists expected SuperAgers might simply inherit fewer Alzheimer’s-related risks, but their genes looked much like those of typical older adults. Their extraordinary memories may instead come from still-unknown protective forces involving the brain, body, lifestyle, and environment. Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:41:54 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260723084045.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260721000844.htm Miniature brain models grown from patients’ cells revealed striking differences in how Alzheimer’s-related tissue responds to an antidepressant. The organoids and the particles they release could eventually guide more personalized treatments and provide new clues for diagnosing the disease. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:34:25 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260721000844.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260721000839.htm Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death among people under 50, and cases in younger adults continue to rise. Warning signs can include persistent bowel changes, recurring rectal bleeding, dark or narrow stools, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue. These symptoms often have harmless causes, but they should not be dismissed, especially when they are new or ongoing. Early detection can greatly improve treatment outcomes. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:47:24 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260721000839.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260719040002.htm The mysterious sound known as The Hum has been reported worldwide for decades, yet its source often remains impossible to find. Researchers tested whether people who hear it have exceptional low-frequency hearing or measurable sounds produced inside their ears, but neither explanation fit most participants. The strongest possibility is that many cases involve low-frequency tinnitus, even though the sound seems completely external. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:07:13 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260719040002.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260719035931.htm Researchers have uncovered a surprising culprit behind sleep loss in Alzheimer’s disease: the brain’s own immune cells. In mice with amyloid plaques, overactive microglia triggered inflammation that kept the brain from getting enough deep, restorative sleep. Temporarily removing most of these cells restored more than two hours of sleep per day, even though the plaques remained unchanged. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:05:34 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260719035931.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260718010200.htm Scientists have redesigned zinc oxide particles to create a mineral sunscreen that protects against ultraviolet radiation without leaving such a noticeable white cast. The SPF 30 formula could make sunscreen easier and more appealing to use across a wider range of skin tones. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:32:12 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260718010200.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260716023605.htm The Mediterranean diet may influence aging through tiny proteins produced inside the cell’s mitochondria. Older adults who followed the diet most closely had higher levels of humanin and SHMOOSE, which have been linked to heart and brain protection. Olive oil, fish, legumes, and fewer refined carbohydrates appeared especially important. The findings could eventually help scientists develop more personalized nutrition plans for healthy aging. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:24:14 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260716023605.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260713084907.htm Researchers found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, slowed biological aging markers in adults with HIV, marking the first clinical evidence that the drug may influence human aging. Although the findings are encouraging, scientists say larger studies are needed before concluding that the medication can help people age more slowly. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:47:41 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260713084907.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260713000753.htm Researchers analyzing data from more than 214,000 people found that dementia risk factors differ widely across countries, challenging the idea of a one-size-fits-all prevention strategy. At the same time, they uncovered surprisingly consistent patterns that could help shape smarter, more targeted public health efforts. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:07:53 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260713000753.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260712011753.htm An international study found that finerenone slows kidney function decline and reduces the risk of serious kidney and cardiovascular complications in people with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. The results could open the door to a much-needed new treatment option for the majority of CKD patients who have long had limited choices. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:04:35 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260712011753.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260711010118.htm A drug originally developed for spinal cord injury may offer a fresh approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease. In mouse studies, KCL-286 repaired dangerous DNA damage, reduced inflammation, and targeted multiple disease-related pathways instead of focusing on just amyloid or tau. Since it has already cleared an initial human safety trial, researchers believe it could move more quickly into Alzheimer’s clinical testing. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:19:36 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260711010118.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260710003535.htm Researchers found that tau is essential for turning new experiences into lasting memories by helping organize the brain's memory-storing cells. The mouse study also revealed how abnormal tau may contribute to Alzheimer's by disrupting both the formation of new memories and the recall of existing ones. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:53:12 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260710003535.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260630020521.htm A common brain protein may be giving Alzheimer’s disease an unexpected way to spread, carrying toxic Tau proteins from damaged neurons into healthy ones. By blocking these harmful protein packages before they reach new cells, researchers believe it may one day be possible to slow the disease's relentless progression. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 03:21:06 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260630020521.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260626125709.htm Some brains appear to fight back against Alzheimer's by helping immature brain cells survive damage instead of succumbing to it. Understanding this natural resilience could point researchers toward entirely new ways to protect memory and slow dementia. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:54:03 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260626125709.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260626124701.htm Researchers have identified a previously overlooked mechanism of brain cell death that appears to play a major role in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. The finding could lead to new treatments aimed at slowing neuron loss by interrupting the process before cells are destroyed. Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:58:01 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260626124701.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260626030437.htm Using alcohol to cope with stress when young may permanently alter the brain, making it harder to adapt to challenges and increasing the risk of returning to drinking later in life. Researchers also found signs of brain damage associated with early dementia, suggesting the effects can linger long after alcohol use has stopped. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:43:50 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260626030437.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260624025511.htm Osteopenia is a common but often overlooked condition that causes bones to become less dense and more fragile. Because it develops silently, many people only discover they have it after a fracture or bone scan. Aging, menopause, poor diet, and inactivity can all contribute to bone loss. Fortunately, exercise, adequate calcium and vitamin D, and other healthy habits can slow or even partially reverse the decline. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:25:26 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260624025511.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260623083116.htm Vitamin B12 is needed in microscopic amounts, but a shortage can have major effects on health and energy. The vitamin was first linked to a lifesaving liver treatment for pernicious anemia nearly 100 years ago. Today, researchers are finding that B12 may also help keep cellular powerhouses called mitochondria functioning properly. This could explain why some people experience fatigue and brain fog even before traditional signs of deficiency show up. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:57:39 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260623083116.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260622091521.htm Scientists have discovered that a common type of stroke may have a very different cause than doctors once thought. Instead of fatty plaque clogging arteries, the strongest link was found with enlarged and damaged blood vessels deep within the brain. The finding helps explain why standard treatments like aspirin are often less effective and is driving the search for new therapies that target the brain’s tiny blood vessels directly. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:42:07 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260622091521.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260622014302.htm Scientists discovered that Heliconius butterflies have evolved an extraordinary lifespan, living several times longer than closely related species. Even more surprising, some show little sign of physical decline as they age. Their unusual pollen-feeding lifestyle may play a role, but the research suggests deeper evolutionary changes are also helping them stay healthy for longer. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:30:08 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260622014302.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260621060301.htm A study of long-lived families has identified rare genetic variants that may help people stay healthier for much longer as they age. One standout mutation appears to temper inflammation, potentially delaying disease and extending years of healthy living. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:57:42 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260621060301.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260620100428.htm A long-term Yale study is challenging one of the biggest myths about aging. Nearly half of adults over 65 improved physically, mentally, or both over time, despite the common belief that aging means constant decline. Researchers found that people with more positive attitudes about getting older were significantly more likely to show these gains. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:02:10 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260620100428.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260616103128.htm Diabetes and dementia appear to be closely intertwined, with each condition potentially influencing the other. Problems with insulin and glucose can affect the brain’s energy supply, increase inflammation, and damage blood vessels linked to memory loss. Researchers are also finding that some popular diabetes medications may lower dementia risk. These discoveries are opening new possibilities for protecting brain health as people age. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:42:53 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260616103128.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260615033835.htm A copper-based compound restored the brain’s ability to clear toxic Alzheimer’s proteins, dramatically reducing amyloid buildup and improving memory in laboratory experiments. The findings point to a potentially fast-tracked new treatment strategy because the drug has already been tested in humans for other neurological conditions. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:38:35 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260615033835.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260615025119.htm A large-scale study suggests that men with higher levels of the amino acid tyrosine may have shorter lifespans, potentially losing close to a year of life expectancy. The finding is especially intriguing because tyrosine is commonly associated with brain health and is often used in supplements aimed at boosting focus and performance. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:27:30 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260615025119.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260612032044.htm Researchers discovered that mutations linked to blood cancers may help trigger Alzheimer’s disease by creating overly inflammatory immune cells in the brain. The unexpected finding could lead to new blood-based screening methods and potential treatments borrowed from cancer medicine. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:47:31 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260612032044.htm https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260610003119.htm Researchers discovered that declining levels of phosphatidylcholine may be a major cause of age-related mitochondrial dysfunction and loss of cellular energy. Remarkably, boosting this nutrient restored more youthful mitochondrial performance in aging organisms, suggesting some aspects of aging can be slowed or reversed. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:25:29 EDT https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260610003119.htm