As life expectancy continues to rise, aging well has become just as important as living longer. Experts agree that while no single food can stop aging, protein plays a critical role in preserving ...

Grip strength is necessary to maintain mobility and independence as you age. Here are five ways to improve it.

An upcoming multi-million dollar study at the University of Rochester aims to explore whether an HIV drug can slow aging and combat diseases like dementia and diabetes.Chief Investigative Reporter ...

Duke Health researchers found small RNA molecules known as piRNAs can accurately predict whether older adults are likely to survive at least two more years.

Here's what you can do now to protect your brain in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.

The federal government is pledging as much as $144 million to anti-aging research over the next five years through the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), a subject area previously ...

Age-related decline is not an unavoidable fate, but a problem that can be addressed with modern medicine, writes Andrew S. Brack.

"Omega-3 fatty acids are very good for heart health and can help lessen swelling, which is important for older people," Brukner explained. "They are also beneficial for brain well-being and might help ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a longevity researcher shares the top fruit to promote a healthy heart and brain as we ...

Caring for a cat or dog can have health and well-being benefits for seniors but the costs of owning a pet is rising.