Why it’s so important to build muscle as you age
You may think that lifting weights and building muscle is only for the younger generation, but it is equally as important to continue building muscle as...
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Increased belly fat when aging controlled by immune and nervous system interaction
The battle of the bulge has been raging for as long as humans have existed, with belly fat being the number one enemy. Also known as...
Swollen ankles in elderly: Causes, natural treatment, and exercises
Developing swollen ankles can be quite painful, and it may make you concerned. Swollen ankles in the elderly are especially common and can be the result...
Decreasing temperatures increase risk of heart failure in the elderly
Autumn is just around the corner, which means declining temperatures and trading your summer clothes for something warmer. While watching the leaves change is enjoyable for...
Boost brain power with this one thing
In previous e-mails, we told you about the benefits of sex, which include burning calories, reducing stress, improving sleep, increasing intimacy, and improving your mood. Well,...
Older people found to use more of their brains to compensate for aging
Getting older is not fun. We get tired more quickly and more often, we lose much of our strength, and we are slower mentally. While this...
New test for age-related macular degeneration could help identify the disease sooner
Getting older is often characterized by graying hair, more free time, and living your life in relative ease at your golden years. But getting older also...
Treating symptoms may be more beneficial for older adults to improve overall function
Living with several health conditions is something almost exclusively experienced by the elderly. As we reach our older years, the human body becomes less capable of...
Seniors get stronger by incorporating protein in every meal: Study
Getting older is synonymous with becoming frail and weak. It is mostly due to the loss of muscle that the aging process is known for. While...
Targeting age-related disease to increase bone mass and strength
Senescent cells, which are the cells associated with aging, have been linked to bone loss in mice. This discovery could help healthcare experts find ways to...