One of the few reliable ways to extend an organism's lifespan, be it a fruit fly or a mouse, is to restrict calorie intake. Now, a new study in fruit flies is helping to explain why such minimal diets ...

Hormones appear to contribute to aging in fruit flies. The discovery may help promote long life in other animals, ranging from roundworms to humans, according to the researchers. The key to aging in ...

The humble pomegranate may old the secret to a long and healthy life. Scientists say the Middle Eastern fruit contains a ‘miracle’ ingredient that strengthens ageing muscles and extends life. With ...