Sardinian village where more women reach 100 may be new centenarian ‘blue zone’
In Bolotana, 70 miles from island’s original blue zone, 13% of women who reach 70 will live on to a centuryThe secret to longevity is being a woman – specifically, a woman in one part of Sardinia. At least, that is the conclusion of a study on…
Jonathan the giant tortoise, 194, offers up insight into secrets of longevity
DNA analysis of oldest living land animal reveal patterns on genes that appear to protect functioning of mitochondriaThe ancient quest to extend human lifespan has received a boost after scientists analysed the genetic code of the world’s oldest living…
The generation raised on sugar rations – and what their health reveals 70 years later
From blood pressure to ageing, research suggests the first 1,000 days of sugar exposure could leave a decades-long mark on healthThey were born into a Britain still recovering from the hardships of war. Though the air-raid sirens had fallen silent, many…
What have I learned in my 53 years? That I shouldn’t listen to strangers who accost me in the street | Zoe Williams
I was shocked when a man in a van aimed an ageist insult at me. And I regret to say that my son has been no help at allI was performing an ordinary and not at all illegal cycling manoeuvre recently when a guy in a white van said: “You’re too old to be…
My holiday was full of tantrums and hangry meltdowns. And it wasn’t the kids who were to blame | Emma Beddington
For 20 years I have made sure everyone gets where they need to be, with the least possible drama. Now suddenly I’m the one who needs looking afterWe’re just back from a family holiday to Japan and after two decades, I’ve developed clear ideas about who…