The Science of Longevity

Is more protein always better? We clearly explain the recommended intake by age according to national guidelines, research on the link between excessive intake and mortality, the effects on the kidneys, and the issues of deficiency in later life, from the perspective that the considerations diffe...

Is it true that exercise makes you younger? Based on scientific papers, we will clearly explain what we know and what we still don't know about how many minutes of strength training per week are ideal, the relationship between step count, walking speed, and lifespan, the substance released from m...

You see methods for improving your constitution everywhere, but there are only four ways to actually do it: herbs, diet, lifestyle, and detoxification. We explain why each works by looking at what happens inside your cells. We also take a detailed look at hair—the place where differences in const...

It is quite difficult to memorize the detailed lists for each constitution. This article aims to help you grasp the underlying principles from a scientific perspective. We will explain the physical constitutions of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, the temperaments of Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas, and the seve...

Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are collectively known as the "Tridosha." This theory has actually evolved through four stages over thousands of years. The "explanation based on the five great elements" that is well known in Japan corresponds to the second stage. We will explore them in order, from the or...

When reading explanations of Ayurveda, have you ever been confused when what should have been a discussion about the body turned into a discussion about the "universe" or "elements"? This is because Ayurveda is not a standalone health system, but is built as part of "Sankhya philosophy," which ex...

From rejuvenation using young blood, calorie restriction, stem cells, and iPS cells to hot-topic anti-aging drugs and "senolytics," which target senescent cells—we explain where global longevity research stands today in terms that are easy for everyone to understand.

The 10-year gap between average and healthy life expectancy, the two major hypotheses of aging, and the difference between cellular "death" and "aging." We explain the mechanisms of aging, which are being scientifically elucidated, and the possibilities of rejuvenation, even covering the leading ...

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Ayurveda aims not only at the prevention and treatment of diseases, but also at promoting health and longevity. Herbs are frequently used in Ayurvedic treatments, and this form of natural product pharmacology can help promote beautiful skin and hair growth. In this article, we explain the relatio...

In Ayurveda, illness is believed to be caused by blockages in the organs and other parts of the body, and that removing these blockages will cure the illness. This is an extremely straightforward theory, and it aligns with Ichiban Life's modern scientific theory of aging and rejuvenation. This ti...

Ayurveda makes extensive use of herbal preparations for disease prevention, palliative therapies such as oil massages, purification therapies such as Panchakarma, and the treatment of various illnesses. As such, herbal preparations play a central role in Ayurveda. Herbal preparations are a compre...