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Is there a market for evidence-based tools for longevity?
Researchers have demonstrated that loneliness has an impact on lifestyle including on high blood pressure, high cholesterol counts, and diabetes. People who live alone tend to exercise less, smoke more, and eat a less well-balanced diet.
In the United States, the most recent census found that more than a quarter of the population lives alone.
Is there social+technology that is actually good for us?
79 months ago
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Technology can be used to promote socialization. For instance, HiLois! is currently beta testing an app that facilitates socialization between elderly and family, as well as other elders.
79 months ago
I think skype and simialr video based sites are wonderful ways for people to stay connected. The visual ability to see the person and real time conversation makes me feel closer to the person even if I'm miles away. Sure takes away my lonliness.
79 months ago
Numerous studies have shown dynamometrically measured grip strength to be an indicator of frailty and sarcopenia and a predictor of all cause and disease specific mortality. Although not a means of directly promoting longevity, it does help to identify at risk individuals. Consequently, it could help to better identify older adults ripe for intervention.
79 months ago
