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Shingles Shot May Slow the Body's Aging Clock, USC Study Finds
health1 month ago

Shingles Shot May Slow the Body's Aging Clock, USC Study Finds

A USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology study analyzing the Health and Retirement Study (about 3,800 people aged 70+ in 2016) found that those who received the shingles vaccine had slower biological aging on several measures—lower inflammation and slower epigenetic and transcriptomic aging—than unvaccinated peers, suggesting vaccines may influence aging beyond preventing shingles, with effects lasting at least four years after vaccination; the results show an association, not causation.

Ice-Age DNA Linked to Living Past 100, Italian Study Finds
science1 month ago

Ice-Age DNA Linked to Living Past 100, Italian Study Finds

Italian researchers analyzed DNA from over 1,000 individuals and found that centenarians carry more Western Hunter-Gatherer DNA, particularly the Villabruna cluster from about 14,000 years ago, which is linked to immune response and cellular repair. In a comparison of 333 centenarians and 690 younger adults, those with hunter-gatherer ancestry had about 38% higher odds of living to 100+, with the signal strongest in women. The study suggests ancient genomic patterns may influence aging and inflammaging, though environment and healthcare remain important and further lab work is needed to confirm functional effects.

Rethinking Aging: New Perspectives on Inflammation and Lifestyle
science7 months ago

Rethinking Aging: New Perspectives on Inflammation and Lifestyle

A Columbia University study challenges the idea that chronic inflammation is a universal sign of aging, suggesting instead that it may be largely influenced by modern lifestyles and environmental factors, with significant differences observed between industrialized and Indigenous populations, and highlighting the need for context-aware health assessments.

New research challenges universal beliefs about aging and inflammation
health8 months ago

New research challenges universal beliefs about aging and inflammation

A new study challenges the traditional view that chronic inflammation, or inflammaging, is an inevitable part of aging, suggesting instead that diet, lifestyle, and environment play more significant roles, as evidenced by differences between industrialized and nonindustrialized populations. However, experts caution that further research is needed before revising current understanding.

Study Challenges Universal Link Between Aging and Inflammation
science8 months ago

Study Challenges Universal Link Between Aging and Inflammation

A study from Columbia University suggests that age-related inflammation, or 'inflammaging,' is not universal and is influenced by lifestyle and environmental factors, with indigenous populations showing high inflammation levels driven by infections rather than aging, challenging the idea that inflammation is inherently linked to aging and chronic disease.

"Menopause Weight Loss: Top Foods for Beating Inflammaging"
health-and-wellness1 year ago

"Menopause Weight Loss: Top Foods for Beating Inflammaging"

Menopause expert Dr. Mary Claire Haver emphasizes the impact of inflammaging on weight gain and health issues in women over 50, attributing it to chronic irritation in cells. She recommends anti-inflammatory foods, intermittent fasting, and turmeric consumption to combat inflammaging and aid weight loss. Success stories from her patients highlight the effectiveness of her approach, with women reporting significant weight loss and improved overall well-being by following her anti-inflammaging shortcuts.

"The Impact of Aging on Gut Health and Inflammaging"
health1 year ago

"The Impact of Aging on Gut Health and Inflammaging"

As people age, changes in the gut microbiome can lead to inflammaging, a state of chronic low-level inflammation throughout the body. This imbalance in gut bacteria can compromise the intestinal barrier, leading to a decrease in immune responses and an increased risk of infection and disease. Factors such as diet, probiotics, and prebiotics play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome and supporting the immune system as people grow older.

Unraveling the Link Between RIPK1 Deficiency and Aging Inflammation
health2 years ago

Unraveling the Link Between RIPK1 Deficiency and Aging Inflammation

Researchers at RIKEN have discovered that a deficiency of the signaling molecule RIPK1 in T cells can lead to premature aging symptoms and chronic inflammation, known as "inflammaging." This deficiency causes overactivation of cell-growth regulator mTORC1 by caspase-8 and RIPK3, resulting in T cell senescence. The study suggests that targeting caspase-8 and RIPK3 could potentially counteract inflammaging induced by T cell senescence, offering new treatment strategies for age-related diseases. Additionally, the researchers found that senescent T cells can revert to a normal state in a different environment, highlighting the role of environmental factors in regulating T cell senescence.