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longevity

Patient Story

A heart for the diamond

Surgery and a steely resolve helped Howie Glupker, 76, put his heart attack behind him and the softball field ahead.

Drink coffee, live longer?

Four cups a day could reduce risk by 64 percent.

A little drinking might lengthen your life

But it's a fine balance as too much alcohol can increase risk of early death.

Cut calories, lengthen life span?

Middle-aged adults who reduce their intake show slower biological aging.

Behold, the superager

Some folks stay sharp into their 80s and 90s—and it's not just genetics.

Parenthood an elixir for longevity?

Researchers compare life expectancy with marital status and parenthood, to see whether having a child influences how long a person lives.

Live healthy, live longer

Regular checkups, exercise, no smoking, better diet and balance between work and play can add years.

Testosterone is not an ageless wonder

Expert chimes in on hormone concerns and FDA warning about supplement overuse.

The art of aging gracefully

Study: If you're committed to an active lifestyle and healthy eating, those later years could be some of your greatest.

How long will you live?

Look to your parents. If mom and dad lived past 70, study suggests you may have a lower risk of dying from heart disease.

Stop aging declines

Study suggests strength and endurance regimens should start sooner rather than later.

Lots of red meat = an earlier grave?

People who eat more plant-based proteins have a lower risk of dying younger.