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In the 1960s, a group of researchers observed that people living in Greece and Southern Italy—both Mediterranean countries—tended to live longer and have lower rates of heart disease and some cancers than other populations they studied around the world. They theorized that the foods eaten in this region might play a role in health and…

Longevity researchers continue to debate that question and whether current or future therapies could continue extending life indefinitely. New research suggests that inevitable biological processes may place a ceiling on human life

137 new news items in the last 24 hours Bryan Johnson, after years of extreme anti-aging measures: “I wonder if I have gone too far with longevity” 31 July 2026, 13:37 International Credit: Ken McKay/ITV / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

There were 1,664 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 479,431 in the last 365 days

Adding 4 years to your life: Learn how the 7:1 rule works Sun, July 12, 2026 – 19:05 2 min Scientists say this simple sleep formula could help you live longer The science-backed habits that can increase people’s lifespan (photo: Getty Images)

A landmark Swedish study published Tuesday found that the composition of bacteria in your gut can reliably flag your risk of developing type 2 diabetes years before blood sugar levels reach any clinical threshold — and that whether those bacteria protect you or harm you may depend almost entirely on how much fiber you eat

Antibiotics are designed to wipe out infection-causing bacteria, but even a single course can leave a lasting mark on the gut microbiome, according to a new study of nearly 15,000 adults in Sweden