Taurine is a amino acid mainly found in fish and meat in the diet. It is not an essential amino acid, and can be synthesized in humans. Circulating taurine levels in the bloodstream decline with age by about 50% by middle age for reasons that have yet to be determined. Studies in aged mice and non-human primates have shown modestly improved function and slowed aging following taurine supplementation. Past human studies of taurine supplementation have produced entirely unimpressive outcomes, but given that they predated present aging clocks it may be that the researchers were evaluating the wrong metrics. Taurine may act on the pace of aging through <a…
Taurine is a amino acid mainly found in fish and meat in the diet. It is not an essential amino acid, and can be synthesized in humans. Circulating taurine levels in the bloodstream decline with age by about 50% by middle age for reasons that have yet to be determined. Studies in aged mice and non-human primates have shown modestly improved function and slowed aging following taurine supplementation. Past human studies of taurine supplementation have produced entirely unimpressive outcomes, but given that they predated present aging clocks it may be that the researchers were evaluating the wrong metrics. Taurine may act on the pace of aging through <a…
Many compounds are now known to have some positive influence on mitochondrial function. The biochemistry is complex and incompletely understood. Even in the well-studied cases, there are hypotheses regarding the mechanism of action, but little certainty. In general, improvement of the quality control mechanism of mitophagy appears to be a necessary factor in the improvement of mitochondrial function in old tissues, but that appears to happen as the result of many different types of intervention. Here, researchers note that a class of bacterial peptides originating from the gut microbiome appear to improve mitochondrial function in intestinal tissue. This may be the basis for yet another type of treatment or supplement to modestly improve mitochondrial function. Those…
Many compounds are now known to have some positive influence on mitochondrial function. The biochemistry is complex and incompletely understood. Even in the well-studied cases, there are hypotheses regarding the mechanism of action, but little certainty. In general, improvement of the quality control mechanism of mitophagy appears to be a necessary factor in the improvement of mitochondrial function in old tissues, but that appears to happen as the result of many different types of intervention. Here, researchers note that a class of bacterial peptides originating from the gut microbiome appear to improve mitochondrial function in intestinal tissue. This may be the basis for yet another type of treatment or supplement to modestly improve mitochondrial function. Those…
A number of large epidemiological studies provide evidence for long-term exposure to greater levels of air pollution to accelerate the onset and progression of age-related disease. A few of these manage to control for the tendency for wealthier people to avoid living in areas with higher particulate air pollution, and the correlation with worse health remains. Mechanistically, it is thought that particulates provoke greater chronic inflammation via their interaction with lung and other tissues, and this in turn contributes to the cell and…
A number of large epidemiological studies provide evidence for long-term exposure to greater levels of air pollution to accelerate the onset and progression of age-related disease. A few of these manage to control for the tendency for wealthier people to avoid living in areas with higher particulate air pollution, and the correlation with worse health remains. Mechanistically, it is thought that particulates provoke greater chronic inflammation via their interaction with lung and other tissues, and this in turn contributes to the cell and…
Species that exhibit negligible senescence tend to be long-lived, but more interestingly appear to exhibit few to none of the functional declines of degenerative aging until very late in life, quite unlike the situation for most mammals, and particularly for humans. One can argue that the most useful species that exhibit negligible senescence are those with near relative species that age more normally. The closer the relative, the more likely it is that comparing the biochemistry of the two will lead to new knowledge regarding aging. So naked mole rats versus other, less long-lived mole rats, Brandt’s bat versus other shorter-lived small bats, or as in today’s ope…
Species that exhibit negligible senescence tend to be long-lived, but more interestingly appear to exhibit few to none of the functional declines of degenerative aging until very late in life, quite unlike the situation for most mammals, and particularly for humans. One can argue that the most useful species that exhibit negligible senescence are those with near relative species that age more normally. The closer the relative, the more likely it is that comparing the biochemistry of the two will lead to new knowledge regarding aging. So naked mole rats versus other, less long-lived mole rats, Brandt’s bat versus other shorter-lived small bats, or as in today’s ope…
“The most common ego identifications have to do with possessions, the work you do, social status and recognition, knowledge and education, physical appearance, special abilities, relationships, personal and family history, belief systems, and often also political, nationalistic, racial, religious, and other collective identifications. None of these is you.” ~Eckhart Tolle
Growing up in a patriarchal and hierarchical society, I learned to see certain people as superior to me and therefore placed them on pedestals: teachers, authority figures, managers… This behavior transformed me into a quite reserved, almost submissive version of myself, in contrast to my outspoken feminist persona outside of those circles.
“The most common ego identifications have to do with possessions, the work you do, social status and recognition, knowledge and education, physical appearance, special abilities, relationships, personal and family history, belief systems, and often also political, nationalistic, racial, religious, and other collective identifications. None of these is you.” ~Eckhart Tolle
Growing up in a patriarchal and hierarchical society, I learned to see certain people as superior to me and therefore placed them on pedestals: teachers, authority figures, managers… This behavior transformed me into a quite reserved, almost submissive version of myself, in contrast to my outspoken feminist persona outside of those circles.
What happens when a firm believes that no matter what, the customers will buy? Rant on. Look at the forum discussions of problems after Apple’s release in November, or with the Google’s Gemini self-humiliation. Will users turn in their iPhones in disgust? Stop using Gmail in protest? What about the Tesla that is so cool it does not have to identify clearly how to open the door, or put the c…
What happens when a firm believes that no matter what, the customers will buy? Rant on. Look at the forum discussions of problems after Apple’s release in November, or with the Google’s Gemini self-humiliation. Will users turn in their iPhones in disgust? Stop using Gmail in protest? What about the Tesla that is so cool it does not have to identify clearly how to open the door, or put the c…
Our new favorite fudgy, not-too-sweet truffles are inspired by a similar treat from Margalaxy in Portland, Oregon. They’re creamy and complex thanks to the inclusion of tahini, bitter and chocolaty because of cocoa powder, and dates lend the perfect texture and sweetness.
These seriously snack-able truffles disappeared quickly in the test kitchen. And they’re SO easy to make — just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes required!
Our new favorite fudgy, not-too-sweet truffles are inspired by a similar treat from Margalaxy in Portland, Oregon. They’re creamy and complex thanks to the inclusion of tahini, bitter and chocolaty because of cocoa powder, and dates lend the perfect texture and sweetness.
These seriously snack-able truffles disappeared quickly in the test kitchen. And they’re SO easy to make — just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes required!
Diet can’t cure rosacea, but the right foods can minimize symptoms. Find out what to eat and avoid for this skin condition.
Despite its pretty, floral-sounding name, rosacea is no walk in the park. Dealing with the facial redness, flushing, and lil’ bitty bumps of rosacea can make you feel self-conscious — not to mention uncomfortable.
Fortunately, some folks find that dietary changes make a meaningful difference to rosacea symptoms. If you live with this skin condition, here’s how what you put in your mouth might affect your face.
Diet can’t cure rosacea, but the right foods can minimize symptoms. Find out what to eat and avoid for this skin condition.
Despite its pretty, floral-sounding name, rosacea is no walk in the park. Dealing with the facial redness, flushing, and lil’ bitty bumps of rosacea can make you feel self-conscious — not to mention uncomfortable.
Fortunately, some folks find that dietary changes make a meaningful difference to rosacea symptoms. If you live with this skin condition, here’s how what you put in your mouth might affect your face.
The copper IUD is a highly effective form of birth control that doesn’t rely on hormones to work its magic. But it’s not right for everyone.
Are you considering birth control without the hormonal hustle? Enter the copper intra-uterine device (IUD), a tiny but mighty warrior of contraception that offers an alternative to peeps looking to avoid synthetic hormones.
This little T-shaped device boasts no-fuss longevity without a drop of hormones, but like anything, it’s not perfect for everyone.
Here’s everything you need to know about the copper IUD’s perks and pitfalls.
What is a copper IUD?
A copper IUD is a small, T-shaped device wrapped in copper wire that’s inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It’s about the size of a quarter and weighs less than a gram. It works by releasing toxic copper ion…
The copper IUD is a highly effective form of birth control that doesn’t rely on hormones to work its magic. But it’s not right for everyone.
Are you considering birth control without the hormonal hustle? Enter the copper intra-uterine device (IUD), a tiny but mighty warrior of contraception that offers an alternative to peeps looking to avoid synthetic hormones.
This little T-shaped device boasts no-fuss longevity without a drop of hormones, but like anything, it’s not perfect for everyone.
Here’s everything you need to know about the copper IUD’s perks and pitfalls.
What is a copper IUD?
A copper IUD is a small, T-shaped device wrapped in copper wire that’s inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It’s about the size of a quarter and weighs less than a gram. It works by releasing toxic copper ion…
What happens when a firm believes that no matter what, the customers will buy? Rant on. Look at the forum 
