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09/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

What do sewing and photography have in common? They’re exercise for your brain, which is key to aging well mentally

Mentally challenging exercises, such as quilting and photography, can help prevent cognitive decline as you age. A team of researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas are suggesting that tasks that include continuous mental effort and challenge enhance cognitive function. For the study, the researchers differentiated the changes in brain activity in 39 older adults that […]

09/05/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Salad makes your brain younger: The nutrient boost improves memory, prevents dementia, study finds

You may want to start eating at least one serving of salad to make your brain younger as a study found that eating salad or a serving of leafy greens every day can enhance memory and make the brain function a decade younger, according to an article published in The Daily Mail. “Projections show sharp […]

08/28/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Exercise is the most powerful lifestyle medicine that prevents the development of multiple chronic diseases

A lot has been said about exercise. Studies have confirmed its many health benefits. One of the many aspects of exercise that needs constant emphasis is that it does more than just help build muscle; it also helps protect from various long-term degenerative conditions. One of the best examples of conditions that exercise protects against […]

08/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Relieve pain by losing weight: Research shows small reductions ease discomfort throughout the body, not just in weight-bearing joints

A study found that one way to relieve pain is to lose weight. The study, published in the Journal of Pain, revealed that even a small amount of weight loss eases pain all over the body, and not just the weight-bearing joints in obese patients. A team of researchers from the University of Michigan wanted […]

08/18/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Researchers emphasize the importance of nutrition in preventing dementia

Nutrition experts have long stressed the role of essential nutrients in preventing deadly disease, an article on Nutra Ingredients USA stated. Some of them are now arguing for the recognition of other nutrients like curcumin and lutein that amend the symptoms of non-lethal yet serious diseases, such as the various forms of dementia. These like-minded […]

07/21/2018 / By Janine Acero

Exercise is great for seniors – Older adults who move around a lot are better able to express themselves

Aging may hinder a person’s physical activities, but one study found that regular exercise for healthy older people may help reduce their struggle to express themselves in words. Researchers at the University of Birmingham found that the aerobic fitness levels of older adults were directly related to the occurrence of age-related cognitive lapses, such as a “tip-of-the-tongue” state, wherein a person has […]

05/31/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Six healthy lifestyle habits that prevent dementia

Dementia is the term used to describe a group of symptoms such as memory impairment, confusion, and loss of ability to accomplish daily tasks. Globally, nearly 50 million have the condition, with 10 million new cases recorded each year. The risk of having dementia increases with age, but this does not mean that it is a normal […]

05/18/2018 / By Ralph Flores

1 avocado a day for 6 months can improve brain function in senior citizens: Study

There’s a lot to be said of the health benefits of avocados. They are an excellent source of healthy unsaturated fats, as well as omega-3 fatty acids. In older adults especially, the fruits increase lutein levels in the brain and eyes which significantly improves cognitive functions, a study in the journal Nutrients reported. The study, conducted […]

05/18/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

No walking dead here! Walking benefits the brain and prevents cognitive decline

We know that walking makes us feel good, especially after a stressful day. That’s why some people choose to “walk away” from problems, or from negative people. Scientists have discovered another thing going for this simple exercise: It helps boost mental health. Researchers observed 12 healthy young adults and used ultrasound to measure internal carotid artery […]

05/09/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Experts warn that it just takes ONE sleepless night to dramatically increase your risk of Alzheimer’s

The health-conscious do their best to eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, minimize stress, and sleep well. But they may not live to a happy old age if they have trouble sleeping. A research team headed by Dr. Ehsan Shokri-Kojori, from the U.S. National Institutes of Health found that just one sleepless night significantly raised levels […]

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