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'Aging hotspots' in your brain
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Issue 42 | January 17, 2025
Happy Friday!
To live a longer, healthier life, adding certain snacks to your diet can be beneficial, according to a nutritionist.
🍓Berries and nuts are considered excellent for longevity and contain a powerhouse of health benefits. Rich in antioxidants, berries help protect against cell damage and reduce inflammation, while nuts are great for reducing inflammation and good for brain health. 🥜
✨We have even more longevity “goodies” for you to check out today. Let’s dive in.
In today’s issue:
A special gene may unlock healthier aging
The newest personalized skincare gadget on the market
“Aging” hotspots in the brain
And much more…
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👁️🗨️SPOTLIGHT
Researchers discover an 'aging hotspot' in the brain
💬 This "aging hotspot" in our brain could unveil how fast we are aging.
Research from the Allen Institute identified an “aging hotspot” in the brain which causes a gradual decline in cellular and molecular functions.
🧠 The aging hotspot is located in the hypothalamus–a cavity in the brain that is within the center of the head–and understanding it will be crucial to understanding brain aging.
What’s the research?
💡In a recent study, scientists studied the brains of young and old mice to understand how aging affects their function.
They discovered 2,000+ genes that change with aging.
Specifically, genes associated with brain function decreased over time.
On the other hand, genes that regulate the immune system increased, according to the study.
This study points to specific cellular changes that occur with aging, laying the groundwork for further studies on aging, related diseases, and future treatments.
➕ LIVE MORE
WELLNESS WATCH - Skin health
A new skincare gadget shares what your skin needs in just 5 minutes
This portable device gives a personalized skin analysis in as little as five minutes.
L'Oréal debuted its L’Oréal Cell BioPrint, a portable "lab-on-a-chip" device that provides personalized skin analysis in just five minutes. 💆🏻♀️
💰According to L'Oréal, the skincare market is projected to balloon to $125 billion in 2024. This device is said to eliminate the need for "relying on trial and error to determine what work[s]" for your skin.
🔎 The devices use advanced "proteomics" (the study of proteins) and feature exclusive "microfluidic" technology to analyze unique biomarkers linked to skin aging. The device accomplishes three main things:
Determines your skin's biological age
Predicts the effectiveness of skincare ingredients
Prevent skin issues before they arise
As skin is the largest organ in the human body, it’s important to take proactive measures to ensure skin health and slow skin aging.
📰 IN OTHER NEWS
A unique gene can extend lifespan and promote healthier aging
What you need to know about the OSER 1 gene.
A new study shows the OSER1 gene extends longevity in animals, but understanding this gene could help humans live longer too. 🧬
The OSER1 gene produces a specific protein found in animals which is shown to affect the length of life of various animals (such as fruit flies and silkworms). More research on how the protein works can eventually lead to new treatments to combat aging down the line.
🔬It’s in your genes: A quick dive into the research
When the OSER1 gene functions at higher levels, it extends the lifespan of silkworms, nematodes, and fruit flies (while reducing its levels shortens their lifespan).
OSER1 is linked to processes like responding to oxidative stress, aging, and reproduction, suggesting it may also influence fertility.
In the meantime, simple things such as getting sound sleep, staying active, eating well, and managing stress are everyday steps to promote a longer, healthier life.
Quick reads
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LONG-LEVITY
Today's older adults are now healthier in the 21st century, study finds
Better education, nutrition, and hygiene make today's older adults healthier and more capable physically and mentally. 💪
Thanks to improvements in education, food, and cleanliness over the last 100 years, older people are now enjoying a healthier and stronger life than they did a century ago.
A study shows that older adults in England today can do better than older people from before, SciTechDaily reports. For instance, a 68-year-old is now just as capable as a 62-year-old from the past. ✅
Medical advances like joint replacements and better treatments for chronic conditions are thought to contribute to better longevity outcomes than in previous decades.
Low-impact activities like swimming and yoga are ideal exercises for promoting longevity.
Researchers believe that better living conditions and significant medical advances have played a significant role in these improvements, offering a hopeful outlook into the future of aging.
LIVELONG BOOKSHELF • Essentials
Longevity books everyone should read
Author credit: Andrew Steele
Here are some essential longevity books to kickstart your path to health, vitality, and longevity in 2025.
☝️ Find your next transformative read here.
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