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What is longevity? In a nutshell human longevity can be defined as the ability to live beyond the average one’s life expectancy. However, longevity should not be confused with “lifespan”, the number of years we live, it should be intended more like the “health span” since it refers to a longer than average life but with an emphasis on maintaining both physical and mental well-being. In recent years, longevity has become also a field of medicine and biology which focuses on st

Sarcopenia is a clinical condition that is often overlooked; consequently, it can easily lead to a cascade of events that seriously compromise the general health and independence of the affected individual. The word "sarcopenia" originally derives from the ancient Greek and is formed by the combination of two words: sarx (σάρξ), meaning "muscle" or "flesh," and penia (πενία), meaning "poverty" or "deficiency." Thus, when we speak of sarcopenia, we are referring to a condition

High protein diets are becoming among the most popular particularly among young-adult people. While some dietary plans promote the daily use of a supplement (like protein shakes for body builders or gym goers), others suggest simply a larger than usual portion of a protein-rich diet to be consumed regularly. The question is: is this good for our health?