As we age, our health priorities evolve. Energy, memory, muscle strength, and immune function become even more essential to living fully and independently. But what does the latest science say about staying sharp, strong, and vibrant after 50?
Here’s what we’ve learned and how a few smart choices can help you thrive.
- Daily Multivitamins Can Slow Aging & Protect Your Brain
A groundbreaking new study from the COSMOS clinical trial found that adults 60+ who took a multivitamin daily showed 10–20% slower biological aging over two years, compared to a placebo. Researchers used “epigenetic clocks” to track cellular aging and found real, measurable effects.
Better yet, a companion COSMOS-Cognition study revealed that multivitamin users also experienced improved memory and slower cognitive decline — especially in areas like episodic memory and global cognition.
“These findings support the role of daily multivitamins in maintaining cognitive health and slowing age-related decline.” — Mass General Brigham, 2024 - A Little Movement Goes a Long Way
Don’t love the gym? That’s okay. New research from Johns Hopkins University showed that even 35 minutes of brisk walking per week was linked to a 41% lower risk of dementia among older adults. More activity, more benefit.
Daily habits like walking the dog, gardening, or dancing in the kitchen count — and they add up. - Vitamin D May Help You Age More Slowly
In a 2025 study, researchers found that adults over 50 who took 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily had slower telomere shortening — a key marker of biological aging.
Vitamin D also plays a key role in bone health, immune resilience, and mental wellness — making it one of the most important nutrients to maintain as you age.
