LATEST STUDIES IN LONGEVITY
Egg consumption and cardiovascular risk remains one of the most debated topics in nutrition science. A recent review (Kishimoto & Sugihara, 2026) examined clinical trials, observational studies, and global data on egg intake and cardiovascular health.
Key findings:
• Eggs may increase total cholesterol, but this does not appear to increase cardiovascular disease risk in most populations
• Consuming one egg daily may raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol and reduce oxidised LDL, a more relevant marker of cardiovascular risk
• Observational studies show no significant link between egg intake and coronary artery disease
• Moderate intake (3–4 eggs/week) may be associated with lower prevalence of multi-vessel disease
• Global data suggests higher egg consumption is linked to lower ischemic heart disease mortality
Overall, the evidence highlights that cardiovascular risk cannot be assessed through single lipid markers alone. Eggs remain a nutrient-dense, accessible food that can fit within a balanced diet, though individual context and lifestyle factors remain important.
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March 27, 2026
Muscle strength, particularly in key groups like the glutes, underpins balance, mobility, and independence, all of which decline predictably with age if not actively maintained.
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March 30, 2026
Current research indicates that ageing trajectories are shaped by an interplay of behavioural, biological, and social factors, including diet, physical activity, sleep, social engagement, and socioeconomic conditions. -
August 21, 2025
In a longitudinal analysis of approximately 2,500 older adults, individuals who associated ageing with boredom were significantly more likely to experience loneliness over time. -
March 11, 2026
A recent study published in Nature investigated how age-associated changes in the gut microbiome influence memory.
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March 10, 2026
A large-scale study (258,000+ participants) examined the relationship between “biological age gap” and neurological outcomes. Biological age was estimated using blood-based biomarkers reflecting physiological function rather than chronological age.
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July 28, 2025
Recent findings highlight a major shift in Alzheimer’s research toward earlier detection and prevention, with growing evidence supporting proactive strategies to reduce cognitive decline risk. The field is increasingly moving from reactive treatment to long-term risk modification and brain health preservation.
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February 13, 2026
A large prospective study published in JAMA Network Open followed more than 5,400 ambulatory women aged 63–99 for over eight years. Higher muscle strength was significantly associated with lower all-cause mortality.
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January 21, 2026
A recent study of 551 adults differentiated between non-problematic binge-watching and binge-watching addiction. Loneliness significantly predicted addictive binge-watching behavior, but not casual viewing.
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December 8, 2025
New U.S. data show that communities that sleep more tend to live longer. (World Sleep Day reminder: sleep is not optional.)
BOOKS WE’RE READING
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Dr Gray’s Walking Cure
By Sir Muir Gray
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Ultraprocessed People
by Chris van Tulleken
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Extra Time: 10 Lessons for an Ageing World
By Camilla Cavendish, Baroness Cavendish of Little Venice
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The Longevity Imperative: How to Build a Healthier and More Productive Society to Support Our Longer Lives
By Andrew J. Scott
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Move Well For Life
By Wendy Welpton
