Around the world, a handful of communities stand out for one remarkable reason: residents regularly live into their 90s and beyond with good health and vitality. Researchers studying these areas — known as Blue Zones — have identified common lifestyle habits that appear to support long, healthy lives. From Okinawa to Sardinia, Nicoya to Ikaria,… Continue reading Top 5 Longevity Habits People in Blue Zones Swear By
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Japanese Studies Link Dental Health to Longevity and Long-Term Care Risk
Dental health may be far more than a cosmetic or comfort issue in old age. New research from Japan suggests that the condition of an older adult’s teeth can offer important clues about their overall health, life expectancy and likelihood of requiring long-term care. Two large-scale studies conducted by researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University and… Continue reading Japanese Studies Link Dental Health to Longevity and Long-Term Care Risk