(Natural News) Exercising helps you maintain a healthy weight, which then prevents conditions linked to obesity such as heart disease. According to a recent study, even the elderly can benefit from physical activity, as long as they work out regularly. The study was published in the journal JAMA Network Open. Physical activity and mortality risk […]

(Natural News) According to a study, rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is more than an aromatic and flavorful herb. Researchers believe that the frequent use of the herb may be one of the main reasons why most of the residents of a town in Italy live up to 100 years old. The study is a collaboration between […]

(Natural News) When was the last time you had your ears checked? According to medical experts, the elderly often suffer from excessive earwax. If left unnoticed, excessive earwax may cause severe health concerns, especially among the 2.2 million individuals who reside in U.S. nursing homes and assisted living centers. Jackie Clark, the president of the American Academy […]

(Natural News) According to a recent study, both overall physical fitness and the stiffness of the central arteries can help shed light on the how fast certain aspects of memory decline. Researchers from the Centre for Human Psychopharmacology at Swinburne University who authored the study looked at the mechanisms that affect the cognitive performance of older people who live independently. […]

(Natural News) According to a study, a dance exercise program is more effective at preventing age-related brain decline in adults aged 63 to 80 years compared to a traditional exercise program. As humans grow older, muscle tone is lost a rate of 10 percent for every 10 years after the age of 40. Even the brain slows […]

(Natural News) This might seem strange, but an unhealthy diet could be the culprit behind signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles on the face. The skin relies on two proteins, namely collagen and elastin, to maintain its firmness and elasticity. As people grow older, the body produces less collagen and elastin, causing the signs of […]

(Natural News) Athletes know that hydration is crucial to maintaining peak performance because water helps to regulate the body temperature. Water also helps lubricate the joints. According to a study, even seniors need to stay hydrated when exercising because it can help them “reap the full cognitive benefits of exercise.” The researchers involved in the […]