La «crisi del settimo anno» di cani e gatti: come affrontare l’inizio di una vecchiaia che diventa sempre più lunga – Corriere della Sera

Veterinary experts and animal health organizations increasingly recognize the “seventh-year milestone” as a critical transition point in the lifespan of domestic dogs and cats. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), pets are generally considered “senior” when they reach the last 25% of their estimated life expectancy, a threshold that frequently falls around age … Read more

Shoulder Pain: Understanding Rotator Cuff Injuries and When to Seek Help

Shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention, affecting individuals across age groups and activity levels. While often dismissed as a minor inconvenience, persistent discomfort in the shoulder joint can significantly impact daily functioning, from reaching for objects to sleeping comfortably. Understanding the underlying causes is essential for effective management … Read more

Best Diets for Brain Health: How to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Maintaining cognitive vitality as we age has long been a primary focus of medical research, but recent evidence suggests that the secret to a “younger” brain may lie largely on our dinner plates. The MIND diet, a specialized nutritional approach designed to enhance brain health, is gaining significant traction for its potential to slow cognitive … Read more

Genetics vs. Lifestyle: How to Slow Aging, According to New Research

2026-01-31 06:35:00 di Laura Cuppini Il potere dei geni. Ricerche precedenti avevano riscontrato un’ereditabilità del 20-25% e alcune suggerivano che fosse soltanto del 6% Da cosa dipende la longevità? Immaginiamo un puzzle di due colori, blu e rosso. I pezzi blu rappresentano l’eredità genetica, quelli rossi l’influenza dell’ambiente, il cosiddetto esposoma, cioè l’insieme di elementi … Read more

How to Slow Aging: Nutritionist Greger’s “Fantastic Four” Lifestyle Changes for Ages 45-64

2026-01-07 05:47:00 di Anna Fregonara Michael Greger è il fondatore dell’American College of Lifestyle Medicine: «Spesso si pensa che servano sforzi enormi per migliorare la salute, ma non è così» Ripubblichiamo l’intervista di Anna Fregonara a Michael Greger, pubblicata il 15 marzo, una delle più apprezzate dalle nostre lettrici e dai nostri lettori nel 2025. … Read more