Gurven is distinguished professor of anthropology at the University of California-Santa Barbara and the author of “Seven Decades: How We Evolved to Live Longer.” We’re living in the age of the ...

Planning a glorious retirement? Check your life expectancy before you start withdrawing.

Life expectancy has long symbolized human progress, but what happens when that progress slows down or even reverses? Despite decades of medical and social advances, recent data show a troubling ...

Researchers found that life expectancy growth in wealthy nations has dramatically slowed since 1939. Once driven by major reductions in child mortality, longevity gains are now limited by slower ...

Sarah is an experienced writer and editor enthusiastic about helping readers live their healthiest and happiest lives. Before joining Forbes Health, Sarah worked as a writer for various digital ...

A major cohort study suggests that consistent adherence to established healthy eating patterns may add years to life, even after accounting for genetic predisposition. Study: Healthy dietary patterns, ...

Longevity, the length of human life, is the subject of growing scientific and commercial interest. Click here to read more.

A simple 30-second sit-to-stand test can reveal significant health risks in older adults. Emerging research indicates that low muscle power, measured by this test, is linked to a higher chance of ...

Americans are living longer but aren't financially prepared for it There's a 30% likelihood that a 65-year-old man will live at least until age 90, while there's a 40% likelihood women will do the ...