Longevity Magazine

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WOW! We’ve just turned 30 years young. I’m sure you’ll agree this is no mean feat. It all started over three decades ago in the US, when Kathy Keeton decided to launch Longevity in the country of her birth, with the pay-off line “The Art and Science

Dr Maureen Allem Aesthetic doctor Medical director and founder of Skin Renewal, Dr Maureen Allem is a passionate, lifelong learner who keeps abreast of the most innovative and cutting-edge trends in the world of aesthetics and health. She emphasizes

One of the healthiest ways of helping the planet is to eat more plants. If you eat more vegetables and fruits, buy smart and don’t waste, you’ll find it easy on the pocket – let alone the medical expenses you’ll save down the line. Eating too much re

Feelings of anxiety are part of the human experience, but they’re not pleasant, and most of us will do anything to avoid them, if we can. The body will pick up on a wide variety of signals and triggers throughout the day, and, mostly, we don’t even n

A blood-glucose test measures the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood, which helps to screen for diabetes. For accurate results, you need to fast for 8 hours before the test. • 70 to 99mg/dL (3.9 to 5.5 mmol/L) = within the normal range• 100 to 125

While this may seem an amusing question, as one of the most-searched health-and-wellness topics on Google in 2019, it’s clearly a very real issue for many people. The precise cause of hiccups isn’t known. However, there are some known triggers, such

A lopecia (scientifically known as Alopecia areata) is a condition characterized by the loss of hair in patches. As more hair falls out and the patches grow in size, the condition becomes more noticeable. Alopecia is more common than you may think. A

Alcohol is metabolized at a standard rate, but not everyone feels the same effects from alcohol, and the amount of time alcohol stays in the system can vary according to body type, age, gender, and other factors. According to the Priory Group, a prov

We start aging as soon we are born, says cataract and refractive surgeon Dr DA Joseph, and the single most significant cause of visual loss that will change the world as we know it, if we don’t act now to halt it, is uncorrected refractive error. By

Losing weight is probably the best fix for cellulite, suggests dermatologist Dr Sian Hartshorne, but this isn’t always the answer. Some women are fairly slim, and, despite exercising, still struggle with cellulite. There are many products and procedu

Rosacea is a chronic skin disease that affects millions of people around the world. While it’s unfortunately thus far incurable, it’s still treatable by a dermatologist, with products that help to calm the skin and reduce redness. There are different

There are many reasons for hair loss, ranging from age, genetics and hormonal changes to stress, nutritional deficiencies and medical conditions. Whatever the cause, losing your hair can be very distressing. There are treatments available, but it’s i

We all like a change once in a while, and one of the easiest things to change is our hair color. Now that life has returned to some semblance of normality, post-COVID-19, we’re starting to have fun with our hair and make-up again. One of the most pop

Chicken wings, bingo arms, nan flaps, granny-wobble – all phrases that describe the little pouch of fat on the underside of the arm. Typically caused by an excess of fat and/or lack of muscle, this is an area of concern for many women, and, as we age

Humans can recognize a smile from up to 100m away, so make sure yours counts! Here are some tips to brighten your smile – and your day. • Cut down on coffee. Just rip off the Band-Aid. Coffee can stain your teeth. But so, too, can tea, red wine, soy

Cakey make-up is make-up of the worst kind: characterized by patchy, over-textured skin that is unmistakable, even from a distance, and very obvious pores and fine lines. While the blame is usually placed on a full-coverage foundation, in fact, the c

Exercise is a crucial lifestyle habit, and one of the most powerful ways to improve your wellbeing. There are thousands of scientific studies that have shown how regular physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes.