Mitochondria have long been understood as the powerhouse of the cell. Are they also the powerhouse of rejuvenation?

Scientists have identified a molecular switch that may help explain why aging makes the brain more vulnerable to diseases such as ALS and Huntington’s. In worms, the protein EPS8 builds up with age ...

In her recent TED talk, Chimamanda Adichie describes “The Danger of a Single Story” (you can check it out here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg). She ...

But too much of it can speed up the aging process. Reviewed by Dietitian Annie Nguyen, M.A., RD Research suggests that moderate amounts of zinc can help slow down aging. Researchers found that adding ...