What is the Longevity Research Library?

The Longevity China Research Library curates recent peer-reviewed studies on longevity, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and supplements. Each study is rated by evidence strength: Strong, Moderate, or Preliminary.

How are evidence levels determined?

Evidence levels are based on study type (meta-analysis, RCT, cohort study), sample size, journal impact factor, and reproducibility of findings.

Research Digest

Research Library

Peer-reviewed papers from top journals, summarized and graded by evidence strength. Updated Mon, Wed & Fri.

Evidence

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Topic

Jun 14–20, 2026

3 studies

GLP-1

Why GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Cost You Muscle After 60

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic help older adults shed weight, but a lot of that loss can be muscle.

Current nutrition reports·Moderate·Jun 17, 2026

physical activity

Going From Zero to Just 5 Minutes of Exercise a Week Cuts Death Risk

Many people think you need to hit big step counts to live longer.

Annals of epidemiology·Strong·Jun 17, 2026

sarcopenia

For Older Adults Losing Muscle, Lifting Weights Beats Cardio

As we age, we lose muscle and strength, a condition called sarcopenia.

Scientific reports·Moderate·Jun 17, 2026

Jun 7–13, 2026

2 studies

interval training

Short Bursts of Faster Exercise Beat Steady Cardio for Aging Brains in Rats

In aged male rats, both steady cardio and interval training helped with learning and memory.

BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation·Preliminary·Jun 12, 2026

exercise

Why Your Muscles Need This Enzyme to Reap the Benefits of Exercise

In mice and humans, a muscle enzyme called NOX4 drops as we age.

Science advances·Moderate·Jun 10, 2026

May 31 – Jun 6, 2026

2 studies

exercise

Staying Active From Midlife Cuts Sarcopenia Risk by Up to 78%

In Norwegians tracked for over 30 years, those who stayed active from middle age into their 70s had 78% lower odds of confirmed muscle loss.

BMC geriatrics·Strong·Jun 4, 2026

resistance training

Two Hours of Weekly Strength Training Hits the Sweet Spot for Longevity

In nearly 150,000 adults tracked for up to 30 years, doing 90 to 119 minutes of strength training per week was linked to a 13% lower risk…

British journal of sports medicine·Strong·Jun 2, 2026

May 24–30, 2026

1 study

epigenetic clock

Which Interventions Actually Turn Back Your Epigenetic Clock in Humans

Researchers gathered 41 human studies to see what really lowers your epigenetic age, the newer clocks tied to death risk.

Frontiers in genetics·Moderate·May 29, 2026

May 17–23, 2026

4 studies

exercise

Exercise Is the Only Proven Way to Extend Healthy Years, Review Finds

Researchers looked at 15 trials testing ways to extend healthspan, the years you live in good health.

The journals of gerontology. Series A, Biological sciences and medical sciences·Moderate·May 22, 2026

circadian rhythm

Strong Daily Rhythms Plus Exercise Cut Death Risk by Two-Thirds

Adults whose sleep-wake cycles followed a strong daily rhythm and who got enough exercise had a 65% lower risk of dying from any cause over…

The journals of gerontology. Series A, Biological sciences and medical sciences·Moderate·May 21, 2026

exercise

Exercise Builds Muscle and Strength in Postmenopausal Women With Sarcopenia

Postmenopausal women often lose muscle as hormones shift and age catches up.

Frontiers in public health·Strong·May 20, 2026

exercise

Why Higher-Intensity Workouts May Protect Fitness Better as You Age

Older adults aged 70 to 77 who did high-intensity training held onto their aerobic fitness much better over 5 years than those doing…

Medicine and science in sports and exercise·Moderate·May 18, 2026

Disclaimer: Research summaries are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine.

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