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Paddy Claffey, 104, smiles at home wearing a flat cap and gray sweater in County Offaly, Ireland.

At 104, Paddy Claffey still lives at home in rural County Offaly, and he credits his longevity to hard work, a good appetite, never drinking alcohol, and quitting smoking at 45, a simple list that cuts through the wellness noise

By Adrian Villellas

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May 18, 2026 at 3:39 PM

Vitamin B12 supplements being poured into a person’s hand from a brown bottle

Vitamin B12, something many people don’t realize, may be “shutting down” your mitochondria without you even noticing

By Metabolic

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May 17, 2026 at 11:45 AM

Glass jar with olive oil, lemon peel, and cinnamon sticks used as a natural homemade air freshener

Goodbye to chemical air fresheners and sprays: the old mixture of olive oil, lemon peel, and cinnamon is making a comeback in homes in 2026 for a very specific reason that almost no one could have imagined

By Metabolic

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May 15, 2026 at 4:39 PM

Digital blood pressure monitor showing high blood pressure levels linked to chronic kidney disease and resistant hypertension

By 2026, the pill that nephrologists have been waiting for for decades might finally arrive: a tablet capable of controlling that “uncontrollable” blood pressure that affects 37 million kidneys in the United States… but its true test still holds an unexpected twist that no one saw coming

By Metabolic

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May 15, 2026 at 2:35 PM

Hand reaching for toilet paper in a bathroom, illustrating a morning bowel routine recommended by gastroenterologists

Gastroenterologists have been talking for years about a morning “window” for going to the bathroom, but the detail that really matters isn’t the exact time—and many people overlook it

By Metabolic

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May 15, 2026 at 10:31 AM

Young student looking at a cell phone indoors as schools restrict phone use over focus, anxiety, and social concerns

Hundreds of schools around the world are banning the use of cell phones in class, and the reason goes far beyond mere distractions: teachers point to a loss of concentration, anxiety, and the fact that students no longer socialize in the same way

By Metabolic

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May 15, 2026 at 6:03 AM

Metal spoon placed on a window sill as part of a viral home humidity trick

The reason why thousands of people are placing a metal spoon in their window

By Metabolic

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May 12, 2026 at 8:58 AM

Scientist holds a petri dish with bacterial culture used in oral microbiome research for gum disease

Researchers have developed a “smart” toothpaste that fights harmful bacteria without destroying the beneficial bacteria in the mouth

By Adrian Villellas

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May 11, 2026 at 8:42 AM

Patricio Ochoa speaking about Bluetooth headphones and possible health risks during a podcast interview

Patricio Ochoa, a doctor specializing in longevity: “Wearing Bluetooth headphones is like putting a microwave on your head”

By Metabolic

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May 9, 2026 at 2:54 PM

Magnesium is once again in the spotlight when it comes to healthy aging: it plays a role in more than 300 bodily functions, but experts caution that taking a supplement isn’t always necessary

By Metabolic

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May 8, 2026 at 12:33 PM

82-year-old athlete Juan López undergoing oxygen consumption test with mask in lab study

Scientists are studying Juan López, an 82-year-old man with the metabolic age of a 20-year-old

By Metabolic

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May 4, 2026 at 12:47 PM

NASA describes an electrical “pulse” generated by thousands of storms around the world, and now a hypothesis asks whether the brain might be able to detect it in some way

By Adrian Villellas

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May 4, 2026 at 11:42 AM

Is Alzheimer’s really a brain disease after all? This is what science says

By Metabolic

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May 4, 2026 at 8:25 AM

Could this easy daily behaviour really help you live longer?

By Metabolic

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May 4, 2026 at 6:34 AM

Heart surgeon Jeremy London: “Walking doesn’t strengthen bones, and women in their 40s and 50s should be especially aware of this”

By Metabolic

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May 3, 2026 at 10:59 AM

A leading researcher on longevity warns: “Four out of ten older adults aren’t getting enough protein, which is accelerating their aging”

By Metabolic

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May 3, 2026 at 8:39 AM

What your grandmother taught you might be wrong: according to experts, peeling fruits and vegetables removes essential antioxidants

By Metabolic

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May 2, 2026 at 5:05 PM

Woman holding her head during a severe migraine attack, illustrating that migraines are more than just headaches

Neurologist Messoud Ashina debunks the biggest myth about migraines after 25 years of research… and explains why they can knock you out for 72 hours: “It’s not just a headache”

By Metabolic

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May 2, 2026 at 2:29 PM

Say goodbye to gray hair with this easy DIY dye recipe made from spices

By Metabolic

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April 30, 2026 at 6:14 AM

Older adult woman representing insomnia and dementia risk in aging population study

Neurology suggests that when sleep begins to be persistently disrupted in older adults, it is not simply a matter of “aging,” but could indicate a vulnerability that, as it accumulates in the population, could ultimately be linked to hundreds of thousands of cases of dementia years later

By Adrian Villellas

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April 28, 2026 at 10:47 AM

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At 104, Paddy Claffey still lives at home in rural County Offaly, and he credits his longevity to hard work, a good appetite, never drinking alcohol, and quitting smoking at 45, a simple list that cuts through the wellness noise

Vitamin B12, something many people don’t realize, may be “shutting down” your mitochondria without you even noticing

Goodbye to chemical air fresheners and sprays: the old mixture of olive oil, lemon peel, and cinnamon is making a comeback in homes in 2026 for a very specific reason that almost no one could have imagined

By 2026, the pill that nephrologists have been waiting for for decades might finally arrive: a tablet capable of controlling that “uncontrollable” blood pressure that affects 37 million kidneys in the United States… but its true test still holds an unexpected twist that no one saw coming

Gastroenterologists have been talking for years about a morning “window” for going to the bathroom, but the detail that really matters isn’t the exact time—and many people overlook it

Hundreds of schools around the world are banning the use of cell phones in class, and the reason goes far beyond mere distractions: teachers point to a loss of concentration, anxiety, and the fact that students no longer socialize in the same way

The reason why thousands of people are placing a metal spoon in their window

Researchers have developed a “smart” toothpaste that fights harmful bacteria without destroying the beneficial bacteria in the mouth

Patricio Ochoa, a doctor specializing in longevity: “Wearing Bluetooth headphones is like putting a microwave on your head”

Magnesium is once again in the spotlight when it comes to healthy aging: it plays a role in more than 300 bodily functions, but experts caution that taking a supplement isn’t always necessary

Scientists are studying Juan López, an 82-year-old man with the metabolic age of a 20-year-old

NASA describes an electrical “pulse” generated by thousands of storms around the world, and now a hypothesis asks whether the brain might be able to detect it in some way

Is Alzheimer’s really a brain disease after all? This is what science says

Could this easy daily behaviour really help you live longer?

Heart surgeon Jeremy London: “Walking doesn’t strengthen bones, and women in their 40s and 50s should be especially aware of this”

A leading researcher on longevity warns: “Four out of ten older adults aren’t getting enough protein, which is accelerating their aging”

What your grandmother taught you might be wrong: according to experts, peeling fruits and vegetables removes essential antioxidants

Neurologist Messoud Ashina debunks the biggest myth about migraines after 25 years of research… and explains why they can knock you out for 72 hours: “It’s not just a headache”

Say goodbye to gray hair with this easy DIY dye recipe made from spices

Neurology suggests that when sleep begins to be persistently disrupted in older adults, it is not simply a matter of “aging,” but could indicate a vulnerability that, as it accumulates in the population, could ultimately be linked to hundreds of thousands of cases of dementia years later

Neither swimming nor water aerobics: The top exercise for seniors over 65 to improve balance and prevent falls

Neither walk nor swim: The ultimate exercise for seniors over 60 to gain strength and balance

Neither in the fridge nor in the pantry: the place to store bananas and keep them from turning brown

Psychology suggests that people who walk with their hands behind their backs aren’t necessarily striking a pose or trying to look solemn; often, they’re simply adopting a more relaxed physical rhythm that can facilitate reflection and calm the mind

Psychology suggests that the strange sense of emptiness many people feel when they turn forty isn’t always due to burnout; it often arises when a life built on sensible decisions begins to feel more like a burden than a choice

Psychology suggests that people who send a simple “I was thinking of you” without asking for anything in return aren’t just being kind—they’re often offering one of the most subtle and effective ways to make someone feel remembered

Science suggests that people who take melatonin night after night aren’t always just using a natural sleep aid; in many cases, they may have been following a routine for years whose long-term safety is far less clear than many people realize

Psychology suggests that people who freeze up when faced with a blank page aren’t always lazy or undisciplined; they are often reacting to a mix of anxiety, insecurity, and fear of making a mistake before they’ve even started

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