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Changes in Your Vision Could Be a Sign of This

A new study has found a link between age-related vision loss and cognitive decline. The study included older adults aged 65 to 85. Visual and cognitive tests were performed on the participants to determine any possible link between the two. At the start of the study, the average vision was 20/25 and cognitive function was ...click here to read more

Postprandial hypotension: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

Postprandial hypotension is low blood pressure after a meal. This condition can manifest itself as dizziness or lightheadedness that affects nearly one-third of older men and women. Proper digestion is accomplished when the functioning of the digestive, nervous, and circulatory systems are precisely coordinated. Extra blood is directed to the intestines and stomach. To compensate ...click here to read more

Why It’s Okay to Consume Some Alcohol

There is a constant debate about whether drinking alcohol is good for your health or not. The general consensus is that a moderate amount of alcohol seems to be considered safe, and in some cases, can offer health benefits. The latest study to explore the benefits of alcohol consumption looks at how it can affect ...click here to read more

Possible AFib Triggers That Should Be Avoided

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a condition that leads to irregular heartbeats, but understanding atrial fibrillation triggers can help you better manage the condition. If there are abnormal electrical signals in the atria, different areas of the heart can beat too quickly, too slowly, or in an uneven rhythm. Some people experience a heartbeat that is ...click here to read more

Being Autoimmune Can Be a Cause of Glaucoma: Study

Glaucoma is a disease in the eye that is characterized by increased pressure inside the eye, which can damage the optic nerve and lead to blindness. Elevated eye pressure can occur from the natural aging process, as the ducts that allow fluid to drain from the eye become blocked. Glaucoma affects approximately 70 million people ...click here to read more

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Possible New Dementia Treatment in the Works

Dementia is on the rise worldwide, yet there aren’t many treatments available. This may soon change, as there’s a new treatment in the works that has shown promise in mice models as a possible dementia treatment. It involves ultrasound waves, which when applied to the whole brain of mice, improved cognitive function. The study was ...click here to read more

Aging Process, Cognitive Impairment, and Chronic Disease Risk Lowered by High Levels of Physical Activity

Successful aging has been defined in many different ways by researchers, but many can agree that it comprises more than just good health. The most accepted definition includes not suffering from chronic diseases or physical disabilities and having optimal social engagement and mental health. Some researchers believe that classifying successful aging in this multi-dimensional way ...click here to read more

Is Your Wardrobe Hurting Your Health?

Clothing is intended to not only ensure we don’t walk around naked, but to portray a certain image, build confidence, make a statement, and protect our bodies from the outside elements. But certain clothing items could be hurting our health over time, especially the types of clothing we wear to the office. Many people who ...click here to read more

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