All posts tagged with elderly
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-(Natural News) 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 […]
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Resveratrol and exercise found to reduce risk of bone fractures in elderly patients with Alzheimer’s
-(Natural News) 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 […] -
-(Natural News) In trying to come up with a plan for when everything hits the fan, many folks end up stumbling upon generic information aimed at the young and agile – meaning it isn’t exactly suited for middle-aged and elderly people who might require more than just the bare essentials if they hope to survive […]
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-(Natural News) 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 […]
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-(Natural News) The metabolic flux of a minuscule worm called Caenorhabditis elegans might hold the key to human aging. Researchers came up with a model of the metabolism of C. elegans that offered a better understanding of the relationship between aging and metabolism. Metabolism turns food into energy that powers cellular processes. It also supplies the building blocks that the […]
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-(Natural News) 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 […]
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-(Natural News) Essential oils are commonly used in aromatherapy to relieve stress or address sleep problems. According to a fascinating study, essential oils could also be used to treat certain symptoms of dementia, some of which are associated with Alzheimer’s disease. In the U.S. alone, at least 5.3 million Americans have Alzheimer’s. Most individuals with the […]
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Study says dementia affects even those who are “highly educated” – natural treatments are the answer
-(Natural News) Many factors can increase your risk of developing dementia, and there are those who believe that having a higher education can help lower your risk for this condition. However, according to an enlightening study, your education before you reach 20 years old is the crucial factor that can help protect you from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The […] -
-(Natural News) The immune system undergoes many changes as people age. Like the rest of the body, the immune system also weakens, making older adults more vulnerable to diseases and infections. In a paper published in the journal Nutrition Research, researchers from Chungbuk National University in Korea and Tufts University in the U.S. reviewed the results of observational studies and clinical trials […]
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-(Natural News) When depression strikes the elderly, it doesn’t always get the attention that it does in younger people. After all, it’s widely considered normal to feel negative emotions as people get older and deal with issues like failing health and the end of their lives inching closer. When depression in seniors is taken seriously, […]
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