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02/17/2020
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By Zoey Sky
These boots were made for walking: Increase your walking time to enjoy multiple long-term health benefits
Walking is one of the simplest and easiest ways to sneak exercise into a busy schedule. According to a recent study, adults and the elderly can benefit from walking regularly. Researchers have even found that increasing your walking time helps boost your heart health. The study was published in the journal PLOS Medicine. Many studies have proven […]
02/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers look at the benefits of probiotic supplementation in elderly
Immune function declines with age, and this decline is said to be largely influenced by the composition of a person’s gut microbiota. The gut microbiota protects the digestive system from external pathogens by modulating immune responses. However, aging reduces the diversity of the gut microbiota, and this leads to unfavorable conditions, such as frailty, increased susceptibility to […]
02/11/2020
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By Edsel Cook
Use it or lose it: Seniors with osteoarthritis greatly benefit from a brisk walk every day
Older adults suffering from knee osteoarthritis could benefit from brisk walking and other forms of physical activity. A recent study found that regular movement makes it easier for the elderly to move and complete everyday tasks. In the U.S., osteoarthritis — where cartilage wears away, causing the bones to rub up against each other — is the most common […]
11/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Music found to enhance mood, relieve depression and improve balance for the elderly
Music is often used to express emotions or as a form of entertainment. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, however, used it for therapy and found that listening to music can reduce the risk of falls in older people. For this study, researchers at McGill University and the University of Montreal […]
09/30/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Noninvasive form of brain stimulation improves memory among older people, study finds
As you age, you may begin to forget some things or misplace things occasionally. This is a normal part of the aging process. However, age-related memory loss can possibly be reversed using a noninvasive form of brain stimulation. A study published in the journal Neurology found that transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can restore the memory […]
09/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Cohort study: Listening to music can reduce risk of falls among the elderly
Researchers at McGill University and the University of Montreal in Canada looked at the influence of music listening on the risk of falls in older people. The team published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. For the study, the researchers looked at 152 participants who were admitted to a geriatric assessment […]
06/29/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Physical fitness equals brain fitness for older men, according to study
Brain function tends to decline with age. The good news is that exercise is found to boost brain health, especially for aging men. A study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology revealed that older men who exercise regularly saw better improvements in their cognitive function or executive function than older women. Executive function refers […]
06/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Resveratrol and exercise found to reduce risk of bone fractures in elderly patients with Alzheimer’s
Older people are more likely to develop diseases such as osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease. These progressive conditions also increase the risk of fracture. To lower the risk, a team of researchers at Midwestern University and Auburn University suggests that older people take resveratrol and exercise regularly. For the study, the researchers looked at the effect […]
06/13/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: The elderly should be getting a nutrient-dense diet – here’s how
The populations of many developed countries are aging rapidly. As people age, their energy requirement decreases, but their micronutrient requirement increases. Hence they need a more nutrient-dense diet to meet their nutritional needs. To find out which component of a diet – conventional foods, fortified foods, or dietary supplements – could adequately supply the needs of the elderly, a team of European researchers conducted […]
06/06/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Resveratrol and exercise found to attenuate fracture risk in mice with Alzheimer’s disease
A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked at the effect of resveratrol and exercise on age-related bone fractures in mice. The study was carried out by researchers at Midwestern University and Auburn University. Osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease, which are progressive diseases that affect older adults, are associated with increased fracture […]
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