Category Archives: Anti-Aging

Memory tends to slip a bit with age. Although it can be alarming, it doesn’t necessarily indicate dementia or Alzheimer’s. But it doesn’t mean you aren’t walking towards a diagnosis. On its own, memory loss is not enough to guarantee a dementia diagnosis. Most people experience some degree of normal, or accepted, memory slippage. It’s ...click here to read more

The risk of aging-related diseases could be affected by the consumption of oil olive as part of a Mediterranean diet plan. Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School have discovered this new potential way in which diet influences these age-related diseases. It was previously thought that red wine found in the Mediterranean diet was ...click here to read more

Research recently published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology suggests that a Western diet may lead to skin inflammation and the development of psoriasis. Previous studies had suggested that obesity itself was the main risk factor for the development or worsening of psoriasis. The study is the first to show the connection between a Western ...click here to read more

For those with aging parents, vision loss can be an added concern. Regular exams are important to keep health on track, and a new study shows that missing just one ophthalmology appointment over a two-year period can lead to vision loss. Findings published today in JAMA Ophthalmology showed that over a two-year period, missing a ...click here to read more

Gut health can be exhausting. Prebiotics, probiotics, fermented this, fiber that—it’s a lot. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a diet that took care of all of that for you? Well, there is. You’re probably familiar with it, too. New research has just added another notch onto the belt of the Mediterranean diet—gut health. ...click here to read more

You need strong bones if you want to prevent falls and fractures. You especially need them if you don’t want to live with the risk and pain of osteoporosis. Of course, you might think you’re on the path to prevention. Maybe you’re lifting weights and getting exercise. You’re eating protein and a diverse, balanced diet ...click here to read more

It’s funny how much we love spending to make us healthier. We’re always on the lookout for foods to eat, supplements to take, and pills to do this, that, and the other. And all of those things can be extremely helpful in making you healthy. But imagine there was one food or supplement that had ...click here to read more

Many women in postmenopause report a high incidence of lower back pain, and according to a new study, a vitamin D deficiency may be to blame. According to the research published in the journal of The North American Menopause Society (NAMS), women who have low vitamin D levels could be experiencing a greater likelihood of ...click here to read more

You may have “senior moments.” Everyone does. You know, those times when your mind wanders when you’re performing a routine task. No big deal, right? Most of the time. These moments of cloudiness are typically related to a slight degradation in “executive function.” Executive function is the captain of your brain’s ship: it helps you ...click here to read more

Rosacea can be a very frustrating condition. Flare-ups can lead to discomfort, skin irritation, self-consciousness, and questions about when your appearance and skin will return to normal. There’s still some misunderstanding about what causes the red, sometimes pus-filled bumps on sufferers’ faces. Certain triggers have been identified, and various diets and treatments have been recommended. ...click here to read more

Milk has a rather interesting standing when it comes to its place in a healthy diet. Some suggest it’s got a place, while others aren’t so sure. Perhaps more confusingly, both stances are backed by research. Two-percent fat cow’s milk is higher in calories than its one-percent or non-fat (skim) varieties. The fat comes from ...click here to read more

Ugh, strong muscles. Who wants to do exercise, am I right? But truth is that ignoring your muscles can put you at risk for weak bones, something most people are concerned about. The two are inseparable. Healthy bones require strong muscles to add protection, which can ultimately work towards preventing weak porous bones, falls, and ...click here to read more

A new study is showing that a healthy sex life may pay even more dividends than originally thought. If you’re yet to enter menopause, you might want to keep reading, Already shown to improve immunity, blood pressure, reduce pain, and more, a healthy sex life might also delay the onset of menopause. Research from the ...click here to read more

Changes in a woman’s body in the years around menopause could raise the risk for certain health problems. But new research shows that women who experience premature menopause are almost three times more likely to develop chronic health problems in their 60s compared to women who experience menopause in their early 50s. These health issues ...click here to read more