Anti-Aging/Longevity News

Marijuana compounds may benefit aging brain

Posted in Brain and Mental Performance, Medical Marijuana on Thu November 20, 2008

Researchers at Ohio State University say that they have found evidence suggesting that compounds found in the recreational drug marijuana may benefit the aging brain by reducing inflammation and stimulating the growth of new brain cells. ... Continue Reading

Drinking hibiscus tea may help to lower blood pressure

Posted in Cardio-Vascular, Dietary Supplementation on Thu November 20, 2008

New research suggests that drinking several cups of hibiscus tea each day may help to combat high blood pressure. ... Continue Reading

Majority of ginkgo products do not meet label claims

Posted in Brain and Mental Performance, Dietary Supplementation on Thu November 20, 2008

Tests performed by independent product tester Consumerlab.com revealed that five out of eight ginkgo biloba supplements contain adulterated material, are contaminated, or do not meet their label claims. ... Continue Reading

Exercise reverses age-related neural stem cell decline

Posted in Brain and Mental Performance, Exercise on Wed November 19, 2008

Recent study results have revealed that exercise can reverse the age-related decline in the production of neural stem cells that occurs in the brain of mice by increasing levels of a growth factor known to promote neuronal stem cell differentiation and survival. ... Continue Reading

Scientists call for rise in RDI of Vitamin D

Posted in Dietary Supplementation on Wed November 19, 2008

Scientists are calling on the government to increase the recommended daily intake (RDI) of vitamin D to 2000 International Units (IU). ... Continue Reading

Make the most of winter sunshine to keep heart healthy

Posted in Behavior, Cardio-Vascular on Wed November 19, 2008

Scientists are encouraging people to make the most of winter sunshine in order to keep vitamin D levels as high as possible in order to boost their cardiovascular health. ... Continue Reading