Some experts have suggested that women can optimize muscle growth and strength by aligning their workouts with specific phases of their menstrual cycles, a practice known as cycle syncing. However, new research published in the Journal of Physiology challenges this idea, finding that the timing of exercise within the menstrual cycle has no impacton the synthesis of new muscle proteins, which are essential for muscle building and maintenance.
Full text: Physoc.
Insomnia is a widespread and often debilitating issue among older adults, affecting both sleep quality and overall well-being. According to a review in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, up to one-third of adults worldwide experience insomnia, with older individuals being particularly vulnerable. Between 50% of older adults report difficulty falling or staying asleep, while 12% to 20% meet the criteria for insomnia disorder.
Poor sleep can have serious consequences, including an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, depression, and cognitive decline. The Helsinki Health Study also links insomnia symptoms to worsened cognitive function over time. However, the same study suggests that early interventionin managing insomnia may help prevent cognitive decline, highlighting the importance of finding effective sleep solutions to improve quality of life in older populations.
Full text: Cleveland Clinic.
Aging is inevitable, but how we age is within our control. Advances in longevity science suggest that targeted lifestyle and biological changes—often called biohacking—can help optimize health, extend lifespan, and enhance quality of life. From nutrition and exerciseto cutting-edge medical interventions, biohacking provides a proactive approach to not just living longer, but living better.
Living to 100 isn’t just about extending lifespan—it’s about enhancing vitality and well-being. By integrating nutrition, exercise, quality sleep, stress management, targeted supplementation, and innovative technology, we can actively shape the aging process, promoting both longevity and a higher quality of life.
Full text: World Health.
Many people hesitate to start a fitness routine later in life, believing it’s too late to make a difference. However, research shows that it’s never too late to improve your health through physical activity. A recent study in JAMA Network Open adds to the growing body of evidence that increasing physical activity in later years can provide the same risk reduction for cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all-cause mortality as maintaining an active lifestyle from childhood. This reinforces the idea that anytime is the right time to start prioritizing fitness and well-being.
Full text: JAMA.
A study published in Neurology suggests that higher consumption of red meat—particularly processed meats like bologna, bacon, and sausage—is linked to an increased risk of dementia and cognitive decline.
“Red meat is high in saturated fat and has been shown in previous studies to increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, which are both linked to reduced brain health,” said study author Dong Wang, MD, ScD, of Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. “Our study found processed red meat may increase the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, but the good news is that it also found that replacing it with healthier alternatives, like nuts, fish and poultry, may reduce a person’s risk.”
Full text: Neurology.
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