The Path to Strong Bones During Old Age May Run Through the Gut

September 25, 2023 Health And Wellness,Video

By John Anderer Brittle bones and aching joints are a daily reality of life for countless people, especially during old age. Now, however, a new report suggests the key to maintaining strong bones throughout life may be hiding in our stomachs. Researchers at the Hebrew SeniorLife and Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research […]

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These 8 Simple Habits Can Unlock Your Personal “fountain of youth”

March 13, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds Sticking to eight simple, heart-healthy habits can help people reach a ripe old age, new research reveals. Dubbed “Life’s Essential 8” (LE8), a team working with the American Heart Association says they hold the key to a modern-day “fountain of youth.” The main healthy tips include eating healthily, not smoking, and getting […]

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Just 6 Minutes of High-intensity Exercise Could Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

February 5, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds Just six minutes of strenuous exercise each day could stave off Alzheimer’s, according to new research. Researchers in New Zealand say short bursts of activity that work up a big sweat boost a protein essential for brain formation, learning, and memory. The substance also appears to reduce the risk of other age-related […]

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3 Age-Reversing, Body-Regenerating Substances Backed by Science

February 3, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Sayer Ji Food is medicine. We know that already. But did you know it can also reverse your biological age and regenerate tissues in your body, therefore preventing you from needing to use medicine in the first place? Here are three common substances you probably didn’t know act like “elixirs of youth.” 1. Wasabi […]

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6,000 Steps a Day Can Lower Risk of Heart Disease, Death for Older Adults

December 23, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By Chris Melore Although 10,000 steps a day is popular goal for many people looking to stay healthy, a new study finds older adults can keep their hearts healthy with half the work! Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst say it just takes 6,000 steps to cut the risk of heart disease in half. […]

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Strength Training Key to Long Life? Weak Muscles “could be the new smoking” When It Comes to Healthy Aging

November 11, 2022 Health And Wellness

By John Anderer Want to feel younger? New research from the University of Michigan suggests you may want to invest in some weights and begin a strength training course. According to a recent study, weak muscles could be just as influential on your long-term health as smoking cigarettes! Not everyone ages at the same rate. […]

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Average Person Believes They Hit Peak Health at 34, Began Noticing Signs of Aging at 42

November 4, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By Chris Melore When did you start noticing those gray hairs, wrinkles, and unexplained aches? Research shows the average American begins to notice the signs of aging at the age of 42, but 15 percent noticed themselves getting older before age 35. That’s according to a new poll of 2,000 Americans with representative samples for […]

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Meditation Could Protect Older People Against Alzheimer’s, Study Says

October 10, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By Study Finds Meditation may protect older people against Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, according to new research. The ancient relaxation technique boosts brainpower among people over 65 years-old, scientists in France say. It can boost attention, awareness, and emotional health – faculties that decline with dementia. The findings shed fresh light on […]

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How Does Diet Impact Longevity? Study Finds Good Nutrition is More Complex Than You Think

October 2, 2022 Diet,Video

By John Anderer How does what we eat influence how we age? It’s a relatively simple question, but researchers from Columbia University report the answer is exceedingly complex. For example, eating an apple is a good idea nutritionally, but that’s just one choice among countless dietary decisions people make over the course of a single […]

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Lifting Weights Once a Week Linked to Reduced Risk of Premature Death – New Study

October 1, 2022 Health And Wellness

By Bridgitte Swales, University of Stirling and Anna Catriona Whittaker, University of Stirling It is well known that aerobic exercise, such as running and cycling, can help you live longer, but less has been known about the effect of lifting weights on longevity. Now, results from a new study suggest that adding weightlifting to your […]

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Lifting Weights and Running Regularly Cuts Risk of Premature Death Nearly in Half

September 28, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By Study Finds Pumping iron can almost halve an older person’s risk of a premature death, according to new research. Muscle strengthening workouts protect against almost every life-threatening illness, study authors from the National Cancer Institute say. Lifting weights makes the body leaner and can also improve mental well-being, according to the study. Gyms are […]

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Being Unhappy or Lonely Speeds Up Aging — Even More Than Smoking

September 27, 2022 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds Being unhappy or experiencing loneliness accelerates the aging process more than smoking, according to new research. An international team says unhappiness damages the body’s biological clock, increasing the risk for Alzheimer’s, diabetes, heart disease, and other illnesses. The team reports that they detected aging acceleration among people with a history of stroke, […]

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Cognition May Decline with Old Age, but Well-being Actually Improves

September 19, 2022 Health And Wellness

By John Anderer Children and adolescents usually want to grow up as soon as possible, but most older adults will say they want nothing more than to turn back the clock. Research out of the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine gives both the old and the young reason to envy each other. Scientists […]

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Early Risers Who Stay Active Throughout The Day Are Happier, Mentally Stronger

September 13, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By John Anderer Night owls take note! Early risers who remain active throughout the day tend to be more content and sharper mentally, especially in older age. Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh report that seniors who get up early and stay busy all day long are both happier and perform better on cognitive tests […]

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Insomnia Increases Risk of Memory Decline, Dementia in Older Adults

September 8, 2022 Health And Wellness

By John Anderer Sleep isn’t always easy to come by in today’s fast-paced “always on” culture, but new research shows just how essential a little bit of shut eye is to our minds. Researchers at Concordia University report older adults with insomnia are more likely to experience memory decline as well as even more serious […]

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Break a Sweat for Your Brain: Exercise Protects Aging Synapses

September 5, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By John Anderer  If you want robust cognition and sharp thinking skills in old age, a recent study finds that a proper exercise routine will go a long way toward keeping your brain young – no matter how old you are. Scientists at UC San Francisco have found that the brains of physically active elderly […]

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Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Older Adults Weakens Muscles, Doubles Risk of Death

August 31, 2022 Health And Wellness,Video

By John Anderer Taking iron supplements not only benefits people with anemia, but it may also prevent a life-threatening loss of muscle mass among older people. A team from the Federal University of São Carlos in Brazil and University College London reports that suffering anemia and weak muscles at the same time can significantly increase […]

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Taurine Supplements Could be the Key to Reversing the Aging Process

July 21, 2022 Health And Wellness

By Matt Higgins A specific nutrient could be the secret ingredient in a new anti-aging therapy. Researchers from the University of São Paulo have discovered that the amino acid taurine can help to combat the aging process. The human body produces potentially toxic byproducts called “free radicals” when cells process oxygen and food. Even though […]

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Just 5 Minutes of Breath Training Every Day Makes Exercise Easier for Adults

June 12, 2022 Uncategorized

By Study Finds A handheld device which builds breathing muscles could help older people get in shape. Doing just five minutes of the breath training exercises every day for more than six weeks improved people’s performance on the treadmill by 12 percent, according to scientists. Many middle-aged and older adults struggle to meet guidelines by […]

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Elderly Folks Who “live in place” Have Better Health, Longer Lifespan than Nursing Home Residents

May 30, 2022 Health And Wellness,Home And Garden,Video

By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira COLUMBIA, Mo. — As people get older, it might get harder to do everyday activities such as cooking or driving. If a person is unable to take care of themselves, they may need to move into a nursing home or assisted-living facility for extra help. However, new research suggests people who live […]

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