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09/18/2018 / By Zoey Sky

High levels of homocysteine linked to Alzheimer’s and dementia

More than five million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia. Meanwhile, 740,000 people die annually in the U.S. because of heart disease and stroke. To resolve this health concern, scientists are studying the link between high levels of the amino acid homocysteine and these life-threatening conditions. Research on homocysteine and health conditions According to a […]

07/24/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Rate of suicide among the elderly is up, mainly due to disease: Here are 4 tips to help those at risk

Suicide rates among older Americans have reached a disturbing peak. According to Drs. Namkee G. Choi and Diana M. DiNitto, both social work professors at The University of Texas at Austin, more people aged 50 and above have died by suicide than young people. Speaking in a press release, Choi remarked: “Many people may not […]

05/29/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Expert teaches the proper way of breathing to relieve stress and anxiety

If you’re having a stressful day, take a break and do some breathing exercises so you can calm down and stay focused. It may sound strange, but not everyone knows how to breathe properly. Andy Kidd, a wellness expert and leader of the Breathe and Relax program at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat in Australia, said that slow […]

05/06/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Speak to yourself nicely: People who say they are sickly are more likely to be, even if they’re physically active

It’s time to stop being too hard on yourself. According to a study, your perception of your fitness, especially compared to your peers, may affect your actual physical health. The study, which was led by researchers from Stanford University, had determined that individuals who believe they’re not as active as people who are the same age could be […]

04/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The rewards of meditation are reaped for many years: Research shows the cognitive gains last, even if you don’t maintain practice

Cognitive improvements gained from practicing meditation can last for a minimum of seven years, according to a study published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement. Researchers at the University of California – Davis based the initial study on The Shamatha Project, which is an investigation of the cognitive, psychological, and biological impacts of meditation. They aimed to […]

12/13/2017 / By Ralph Flores

Strengthen memory and reduce Alzheimer’s risk with meditation and music

Here’s one more reason to put your favorite music on repeat, or pick up your mats and meditate: A recent study suggests that meditation and music can help people who are at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. (Related: Alzheimer’s drugs cause brain damage and actually worsen memory loss.) The results of the study built on data […]

12/07/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Being polite to the elderly is bad for their health; they need to stand up, walk further, carry their own packages, expert claims

Are you doing senior citizens more harm than good by offering them your seat on the bus? According to one Oxford professor, you most definitely are. Instead of giving a seat to the elderly, you should be encouraging them to stand up and become more physically active, claimed Sir Muir Gray, clinical adviser to Public […]

12/01/2017 / By Russel Davis

Better than drugs: New documentary explains how lifestyle choices such as gardening, yoga and meditation are the best path to mental health

Yoga, meditation and gardening may effectively relieve stress and boost the body’s overall health, a new documentary shows. The documentary examined the effects of the three drug-free interventions on 68 volunteers who reported feeling stressed. Three sets of control groups were observed during the eight-week study. The researchers noted the participants’ stress levels during the […]

11/16/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Companionship found to promote longevity: Being single increases risk of disease

A recently published report has found that happily married couples have a 60 percent less risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other age-related mental degradation issues, due to them having healthier lifestyles. The report shows that single people are more likely to develop dementia once they reach a certain age because they are […]

11/06/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Something to look forward to: Retirees say they have a great sex life and don’t “feel old” until mid 80s, according to new poll

A poll that was conducted by over 50s life insurance brand FiftyLife on 2,000 British adults in their 50s, 60s, and 70s showed that adults of these ages do not feel that they are officially “over the hill” until they turn 83, and that they still regularly crave and attract attention from the opposite sex. As […]

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