What’s this ‘longevity’ diet, and will it really make you live longer?

While it has been targeted to older adults, it is also recommended for younger people
Dr Evangeline Mantzioris (PhD)
Food

You may have heard about the longevity diet, and its promise of an extended life span — but what exactly is it and is it any different to other diets promoting good health?

It’s a set of eating recommendations compiled by a biochemist called Valter Longo, director of the University of Southern California’s Longevity Institute.