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There is no shortage of links between the body and mind. And recent research shows that when your body hurts for too long, it may have a devastating effect on mental health. A recent study found that people experiencing chronic pain are far more likely to have all-cause dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or a stroke. These ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s and dementia are scary. You may have experienced a family member or friend sinking into it and hope it doesn’t happen to anyone else you know. Or even yourself. It may have even sparked you to over-analyze any mental drop you’ve noticed in yourself or a loved one. But you can take a deep ...click here to read more

It’s easy for your bones to get buried when you’re prioritizing overall health. After all, weak bones might not necessarily have the same implications as hypertension, high blood sugar, or dementia. But weak bones can pose a serious health risk. Weak, brittle bones are more likely to fracture under simple duress or low impact, which ...click here to read more

People don’t typically associate bodies with brains. Think about it: the stereotypical jock is all muscle and no brains, while brainiacs are usually small and skinny. But your body does have a lot to do with how your brain works. Living an active life that includes plenty of exercises can help you stay sharp in ...click here to read more

Aerobic exercise may offer a protective boost for brain aging. Scientists have previously shown that aerobic exercises are beneficial for brain health, but new research adds evidence to suggest that it may affect white matter in the brain. The study out of Assistant Professor Aga Burzynska’s BRAiN Lab at Colorado State University provides some of ...click here to read more

The ability to fully enjoy sound slips for everybody over time. It might be temporary, but it could also be permanent. How you assess and react could make a huge difference not only in your ability to enjoy the sound but how your overall health progresses. In some cases, you may be able to regain ...click here to read more

Doctors and other health professionals are skilled at keeping you functioning optimally. But they are also the preferred last line of defense. The truth is that there are a bunch of other people that can help keep you healthy. And they don’t cost a thing. The people in your life play a major role in ...click here to read more

For those concerned about brain health, coffee should be avoided. According to a new study from the University of South Australia, high coffee consumption is associated with smaller total brain volumes and an increased risk of dementia. The largest study of its kind, researchers from UniSA’s Australian Centre for Precision Health at SAHMRI and a ...click here to read more

People put a lot of stock in quantity. They want more. More stuff, more food, more. But what about quality? Is more food at a local chain restaurant really what you want? It’s the same with age. There is so much emphasis on how long a person wants to live. But rarely are their conversations ...click here to read more

Researchers from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have discovered an interesting link between cognitive decline and fracture risk. The association was made in women, suggesting that cognitive decline over five years increased the rate of bone loss and future fracture risk. Worldwide, 200 million people are affected by osteoporosis, and more than 35 million ...click here to read more

According to a new study, having trouble going to sleep may be a warning sign for developing cognitive impairment later in life. Researchers from the University of Michigan analyzed data from nearly 2,500 adults and found falling asleep compared to other patterns of insomnia was linked to cognitive impairment 14 years later. Insomnia is a ...click here to read more

Do you get a daily reminder from your partner that you snore all night and keep them awake? Consider yourself lucky. One, because they are being polite. They could also be alerting you of a potentially severe health problem. Regular snoring, which you may not even notice, could be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea. ...click here to read more

Adults that have trouble getting to sleep, compared to other patterns of insomnia, have been found to have a higher risk for cognitive impairment later in life. A study from the University of Michigan found the associated risk in adults for up to 14 years after the sleep disorder initially begins. The study analyzed data ...click here to read more

A new study from the Max Planch Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences and the University of Münster finds that depression caused by cardiovascular diseases plays a smaller role in seniors compared to younger people. It was previously unknown whether age influenced the likelihood of suffering from depressive mood or depression. Smoking has previously ...click here to read more