Showing posts with label telomeres. Show all posts
Showing posts with label telomeres. Show all posts

Friday, August 24, 2018

Good Nutrition Maintains Good Health of Cells!



"New research shows that a healthful diet can maintain the health and youth of cells — at least in women." Read more...


How your diet can keep cells healthy and young. Anna Sandoiu. August 22, 2018. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322845.php





Friday, March 4, 2016

Diet Rich In Carotenoids May Slow Cellular Aging!

 
 
 
Increased level of blood carotenoids may slow cellular ageing, says a new study from Seoul National University in Korea. According to the study, doubling the  amount of carotenoids were associated with a 2% longer telomeres, the part of DNA that shortens as cells replicate and age. Carotenoids are found in foods such as oranges, carrots, pumpkin, and red and yellow peppers.

Friday, April 24, 2015

Depression Affects Your DNA!





"Depression changes people down to their DNA, a new study suggests."


Depression leaves lasting mark on DNA. Science News. Tina Hesman Saey. April 23, 2015. https://www.sciencenews.org/article/depression-leaves-lasting-mark-dna