How American Country Music Icon Willie Nelson Has Defied Age Limitations into His 90s

Country music legend Willie Nelson practices martial arts to maintain physical function, keeps a positive outlook, and eats low amounts of food for astounding longevity.

(Willie Nelson [with American flag bandana] plays alongside Walon Jennings [left] and Johnny Cash [right] | YouTube)

Country music icon Willie Nelson does martial arts, stays positive, and keeps his calorie intake low for optimal aging into his 90s.

Aging &amp; Longevity

In remembrance of Jane Goodall: The science-backed lifestyle factors that likely contributed to her long life and sound mind.  

Jane Goodall, PhD (image: thenationalnews.com).

Model: Aged mice (18 months old) underwent exploratory laparotomy under isoflurane anesthesia to induce POCD.
Dosage: Berberine was given by oral gavage at 100 mg/kg per day for 14 days after surgery.

Ancient Plant Compound Shows Promise for Protecting the Aging Brain 

Study shows berberine, a natural plant compound, protects memory in aging mice after surgery by reducing brain inflammation, stress, and cell damage.


Brain &amp; Neurons

Cutting-edge technology has allowed scientists to examine young and old brains with single-cell resolution, gaining insights into how we can rejuvenate our brain cells to stay sharp. 


Stanford University scientist and corresponding author on the new study, Dr. Anne Brunet (image: labxchange.org). 

99-Year-Old Dick Van Dyke’s Secrets to Thriving Longevity

Despite his previous battles with alcoholism, Dick Van Dyke is approaching his 10th decade of life and serves as a beacon for preserving physical function into his golden years.

(At age 99, Dick Van Dyke still maintains a remarkable degree of physical function | NBC News)

At age 99, Dick Van Dyke avoids harmful foods, eats foods high in antioxidants, and keeps moving, a regimen that may have contributed to his astounding longevity.

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