For decades, we’ve heard that calorie restriction might be the proverbial “fountain of youth.” That certainly may be the case for lab animals with shorter life spans, such as mice and rats, which have seen an increase in life span of up to 30 – 40% when fed a restricted diet. But just in time… Continue Reading
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U.S. Life Expectancy Drops Slightly to 77.8 Years
The average life expectancy in the U.S. dropped slightly to 77.8 years, according to a preliminary report issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The statistics are based on the most recent data from 2008. Slight Decrease in Life Expectancy Life expectancy for both males and females decreased slightly. It went from 75.4 to… Continue Reading