A type of basil could help combat the harmful effects of ageing, according to new research.

I love basil. picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago

Scientists have identified genes which control the ageing process in findings which could lead to new drugs to prevent illnesses from heart disease to Alzheimer's. picked by AutumnLotus 6 months ago

The dream of retaining youthful looks into old age came a step closer yesterday after scientists announced that they had identified the key genes involved in ageing skin. picked by AutumnLotus 4 months ago

From winter hot pots and pigs trotters to sweets, jams and noodles, Japanese women are munching on an array of menus, which are being promoted as rich in collagen. picked by AutumnLotus 11 months ago

It is a staple ingredient of meals from spaghetti bolognese to a simple salad. But the tomato's worth may extend far beyond the kitchen, with research showing the popular fruit can protect against sunburn. Feasting on tomato-based foods could also stave off the ravages of time, keeping the skin looking youthful into old age. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

A British scientific team discovered the 405-year-old clam at the bottom of the ocean, and hope its longevity will reveal the secrets of ageing. picked by Proverb 2 years ago

Dawn has yet to break over a small temple in a Tibetan region of western China, but monk Hua Chi is already finishing an arduous daily ritual that has left its mark on both the man and the shrine. He has knelt in prayer so many times that his footprints remain deeply, perfectly ingrained on the temple's wooden floor. picked by bingo 9 months ago

A gorilla in Congo has attracted attention from around the globe as the only primate of his kind to have no hair on his head.

But Kadogo is not ageing, or even old before his time. In fact, the Silverback has been hairless on his crown since his birth in 2000. picked by AutumnLotus 4 months ago

Ageing actor Sylvester Stallone has resurrected one of his most famous film characters - John Rambo - for one last mission. A sneak peek of the upcoming movie shows the 60-year-old actor, who filmed parts of the movie in Thailand earlier this year, wrangling huge machine guns and leaving a sea of enemies in his wake. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

Ageing cats can develop a feline form of Alzheimer's disease, a new international study has revealed. picked by teaya21 3 years ago

The furry robotic seal was developed for therapy sessions in care homes, and is also used by autistic and handicapped children. Robots are looked on as a solution to Japan's ageing population - nearly 19% of the 130 million people that live in the country are aged 65 and over. picked by hazelly 3 years ago