The Secret to Maria Branyas Morera's Longevity

Manel Esteller, a geneticist from the University of Barcelona, and his colleagues conducted a detailed study on the analyses of the long-living Maria Branyas. According to the geneticists, the cells in Branyas' body were '17 years younger than her actual age.' It turned out that the woman had a unique gut microbiome: Esteller stated it resembled that of infants and could maintain health thanks to a concentration of beneficial bacteria. They concluded that the woman both won the genetic lottery and maintained her health by avoiding harmful habits and leading an active lifestyle.

New VR Therapy in Californian Prisons

New VR therapy in Californian prisons helps inmates in solitary confinement recover after long isolation. The course lasts a week with four hours per day: convicts are taken to separate cells, where they are 'immersed in scenes of daily life' and travel to different parts of the world. It's said that the effect has exceeded all expectations, and in one of the prisons, the number of violations in solitary confinement immediately decreased by 96%.

A Peculiar Invention from the 60s

In the 1960s, an unusual device for pregnant women was invented—a rotating table to speed up childbirth. The mother was strapped in, the table spun, and the child flew into a net. This was invented by the couple George and Charlotte Blonsky, who had no children or medical experience. They were inspired by an elephant in the zoo that spun around before giving birth. Despite obtaining a patent, no one dared to try this contraption on humans.

Smart Toilet Camera Invented in the USA

An AI startup named Throne has introduced a gadget that attaches to the porcelain throne and monitors the owner's waste. The device records it, analyzes gut health, and sends the information to a smartphone.

Xiaomi releases Mijia Water Ion Hair Dryer

No more need for Dyson: Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Water Ion hair dryer, which features a motor with 110,000 RPM – the same as the top competitor. Nice bonuses include neutralization of static and moisture with 'water nano ions' that the device extracts directly from the air. And all for 379 yuan – ten times cheaper than Dyson.

Asus Releases Monitors with Built-In Air Purifiers

Asus has launched monitors with built-in air purifiers that remove pollen, allergens, and ~90% of dust near the desk. The lineup includes three models at 23.8, 27, and 34 inches: all have 1080p resolution, 100 Hz frequency, and IPS/VA panels. Prices start from $130.

Chinese Nano-Vaccine to Combat Heart Disease

In China, a nanovaccine has been developed that prevents heart diseases. The new drug from scientists in Nanjing prevents plaque formation in arteries and has already shown promising results in mouse trials.

Bryan Johnson Reveals the Enemy of Youth

The most famous biohacker in the world, Bryan Johnson, named the main enemy of youth as lack of sleep. Sleep deprivation destroys the brain similarly to a concussion: it increases the protein S100B, which kills neurons. The solution is to always go to bed on time, wake up at the same time, and get enough sleep.

Three-Day Smartphone Abstention Enhances Brain Function

Abstaining from smartphones for just three days improves brain function. The study involved 25 young people aged 18-30 who voluntarily gave up their smartphones for 72 hours. Before and after the smartphone "diet," participants underwent MRI scans and psychological tests. As a result, scientists noticed changes in brain activity responsible for addictions, including those related to alcohol and drugs.

By 2050, more than half of the world's population will suffer from obesity

By 2050, more than half of the adult world population will suffer from obesity. Scientists from the GBD collaboration - Global Burden of Disease - analyzed how obesity and overweight rates changed from 1990 to 2021. It turned out that during this period, the share of people with obesity and overweight increased by 155.1% among men (1 billion people) and by 104.9% among women (1.1 billion). Among the leaders in the rise of these rates is China, with problems identified in about 402 million people. India is in second place (108 million), followed by the USA (172 million). Based on this data, the researchers made a grim forecast. They suggested that in 25 years, more than half of the planet's population - 3.8 billion people - will suffer from the specified problems.

AI can detect signs of depression in driving style

An international group of scientists studied the relationship between driving behavior and the presence of depression in people over the age of 65. It seems that artificial intelligence can detect indirect signs of the disorder by analyzing whether a person's behavior behind the wheel has changed.

Tattoos Cause Cancer

Scientists have proven that tattoo ink triples the risk of developing lymphoma. According to the Danish Twin Tattoo Cohort study, twins with tattoos are more often diagnosed with skin cancer and lymphoma compared to their non-tattooed siblings. Ink accumulates in lymph nodes, causing chronic activation of the immune system and inflammation. A particularly high risk is observed in those with large tattoos (bigger than a palm).

Japanese Scientists Discover Elixir of Youth

It sounds like a story from science fiction, but experts from Osaka University claim they have discovered a 'cellular switch'. This involves the protein AP2A1 - if its level is reduced, old cells can turn into young ones. Theoretically, this could help eliminate age-related diseases such as Alzheimer's or arthritis.

What distinguishes Critical Alignment Yoga from other yoga styles?

Yoga is most often associated with asanas and breathing techniques, static and dynamic meditations designed to improve health, give more energy, relieve tension, resist stress, improve concentration and attention to oneself and others. Critical Alignment Yoga meets all these criteria and gives a person the opportunity to deeply study their body, from spinal functions to psychological reasons causing body deformation. The practice has a therapeutic effect and works with existing injuries and spinal problems (hernias, protrusions, scoliosis), as well as pain of unknown origin. The Critical Alignment method uses special equipment to release and stretch different parts of the spine, which changes rigid bone and muscle structures.

The Transformative Power of Yoga

«Yoga not only changes how we see things, it transforms the person who sees». This is the so-called psychosomatics - when the body reacts to our mental behavior and state. The body always changes under the influence of the psyche. This is an inevitable fact recognized by both modern medicine and traditional Eastern medicine, particularly Indian Ayurveda.

Body Awareness

Few people allow themselves the luxury of stopping and listening to their own body. Yet it 'shouts' not only when it experiences hunger or pain. Often, amidst all the busyness, it's easy to miss signals indicating that the body is at its limit, exhausted. But if they are ignored, everything can result in a serious illness. Developing body awareness allows one to establish better contact with their own body.

Daily Beer Consumption Shrinks the Brain

Two mugs of beer a day shrink your brain just as much as a decade of aging. Scientists analyzed 36,000 high-quality MRI brain scans. The result: regular alcohol consumption causes the brain to age and shrink. The damage to memory is not linear—the more you drink, the greater the damage. Half a mug takes 6 months from the brain, a whole mug 2 years, and two mugs a whole 10 years. Now scientists want to find out what is worse: drinking a can a day or drinking seven cans on a Friday for the entire week.

Japanese Scientists Discover Sleep Improvement Secrets

Scientists from Japan have found two things that will permanently rid you of insomnia and improve sleep: protein and fiber. 4,900 players of "Pokemon Sleep" helped discover that your proteins, fats, and fibers directly affect sleep time and quality. Let's remember: Protein. Participants who consumed more protein during the day slept 10-12 minutes longer. It's abundant in eggs, meat, fish, nuts, and milk. Fiber. An increase in dietary fiber was directly linked to faster sleep onset and longer sleep duration. They can be found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Scientists also noted: participants who ate a lot of fatty foods slept on average 6-10 minutes less and woke up more frequently during the night.

Type 1 Diabetes Defeated in the USA

Scientists from Weill Cornell Medicine have learned to restore insulin production through the transplantation of special cells under the skin, instead of in the liver. Experiments on mice showed that the blood sugar level remains stable for almost half a year.

A sleepless night can harm the immune system

Just one sleepless night can kill the immune system and increase inflammation. Scientists analyzed blood samples from 237 healthy people before and after a night without sleep. Result: The immune system immediately responds to sleep deprivation, and regular disruption of the schedule can lead to inflammation and diabetes.