Tag: Aging

Struggling to Hear? Tiny Devices Can Keep You Connected

Many people slowly lose their hearing as they get older. Not being able to hear well can make it hard to communicate. That can affect your relationships, emotional well-being, and work performance. For those who need them, hearing aids can help. These electronic devices are worn in or behind the ears. They make sounds louder….


What’s This ‘Longevity’ Diet, and Will It Really Make You Live Longer?

You may have heard about the longevity diet, and its promise of an extended life span – but what exactly is it and is it any different to other diets promoting good health? The longevity diet is a set of eating recommendations compiled by a biochemist called Valter Longo, director of the University of Southern…


How Many Steps a Day (and How Fast) to Lengthen Your Life?

There’s an easy way to reduce your risk for dementia, heart disease, and cancer: Start walking. Getting in those recommended 10,000 steps a day makes a real difference, new research affirms, but even fewer will pay big dividends. No matter how many you log, however, step up your pace for the biggest benefit. For every 2,000…


Tips and Resources That Can Help You to Avoid Falls

For many older adults, preventing a fall can add years to their lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults in the United States. About 1 in 4 adults aged 65 or older falls each year. Falls can cause serious injuries such as hip…


Japanese Study: Spinal Imbalance Closely Related to Cognitive Impairment

When it comes to the harmful effects of stooped posture, people usually associate the condition with body shape and image. However, a new study has found that stooped posture is closely related to cognitive decline. A Japanese research team has shown that the degree of spinal imbalance is strongly correlated with cognitive ability in the…


Poorer Heart Health in Midlife Linked to Greater Brain Aging in Later Life

A new study from a team of researchers from University College London (UCL) has found a link between heart health and brain aging. Researchers used MRI scans to estimate people’s brain age and found multiple risk factors for a prematurely aging brain. The study found that worse cardiovascular health at age 36 predicted a higher…


Researchers Find Taurine Enhances Liver and Anti-Aging Functions

A study published in the journal “Nutrition” suggests that taurine supplementation may help to maintain a healthy balance of reactive oxygen species, thereby slowing down the aging process. When cells absorb oxygen, they generate “free radicals”. If too many free radicals have been generated, the internal structure and functioning of cells could be damaged. The…


Research Affirms the Power of a Light Stroll

A regular walking routine can help you live longer, even if you’re in your 80s and beyond. New research suggests that walking for as little as 10 minutes per day can extend the lives of people aged 80 and older, reducing the risk of all causes of mortality. As people get older, they’re less likely…


Nearly One Million Canadians Projected to Live With Dementia by 2030: Study

Almost one million Canadians will be living with dementia by 2030, with that number rising to some 1.7 million by 2050, a new study warns, noting that if left unaddressed, this situation will have tremendous impacts on the economy. The study, titled “Navigating the Path Forward for Dementia in Canada,” is the first of a series…


Taiwanese Doctor Recommends 6 Foods to Combat an Aging Appearance

The ageing process gradually breaks down the collagen and elastin fibers that keep your skin young and firm. Aging can also weaken the muscles that support the structure of your face. While these phenomena are difficult to avoid, physicians suggest you can delay them with the use of skin care products and by maintaining a…