age-related diseases

Mushrooms possess anti-ageing properties, say scientists

Mushrooms have high amounts of the ergothioneine and glutathione, both important antioxidants, said Robert Beelman, Professor Emeritus at Pennsylvania State University in the US.
 

Nov 10, 2017, 12:59 PM IST

Researchers identify new genetic variants linked to extreme old age

A new study has identified new  rare genetic variants in chromosomes 4 and 7 associated with extreme longevity.

Apr 26, 2017, 18:50 PM IST

A vitamin that can decelerate ageing process!

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Apr 29, 2016, 20:29 PM IST

HIV infection can lead to premature ageing

This study comes in a contradiction to all the antiretroviral therapies that had led to a significant fall in the mortality rates earlier.

Apr 22, 2016, 16:53 PM IST

Now oldies can keep memory loss at bay with computer use

As we age, it becomes highly essential to keep the mind active by keeping yourself busy.

Mar 04, 2016, 18:10 PM IST

Google bio firm in $1.5 bn alliance against aging ills

Google backed life sciences firm Calico and bio-pharmaceutical titan AbbVie on Wednesday announced an alliance to invest $1.5 billion to find ways to battle age-related diseases.

Sep 04, 2014, 06:52 AM IST