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01/31/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
Researchers discover a protein in the blood of young mice that improves cognition and lifespan in older mice
The quest for finding ways to delay aging has led scientists from the Washington University School of Medicine to a protein extracted from the blood of young mice. When injected into older mice, the protein, known as eNAMPT, could delay aging and inhibit age-related diseases in the senior rodents. The researchers found that eNAMPT extended the lifespan of the older […]
01/29/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Technology and road safety: Brain-training game helps improve the driving skills of older people
Older adults looking to improve their driving skills may need to sit down and play a brain-training video game before hitting the road, according to a new study. Carried out by Tohoku University in Sendai, Japan and led by Rui Nouchi, associate professor in the Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer, the research found that seniors who played […]
08/04/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Mushrooms really are magic, especially when it comes to brain health
In many countries, people use mushrooms for medicinal or culinary purposes. A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests that eating mushrooms regularly can help prevent cognitive decline. The health benefits of mushrooms Mushrooms are used in various cuisines, and they are considered as nutrient-rich ingredients. Mushrooms contain large amounts of antioxidants that prevent cell […]
05/10/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Alarming study finds that Alzheimer’s impairs the brain by 30 years or more BEFORE symptoms get diagnosed
Contrary to conventional knowledge, Alzheimer’s disease does not start months or years before its effects on the brain became visible enough for healthcare providers to notice. Instead, the neurodegenerative disease starts many decades before its symptoms become apparent. Alzheimer’s is usually diagnosed in older people who are in their 70s or 80s. However, the brains of those patients […]
04/23/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Older people who don’t get a good night’s sleep are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s, says study
Do you have a hard time falling asleep every night? According to a study, if you’re a poor sleeper, you may be at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The risk is even greater for older people. The study, which was published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, involved researchers from the Washington University School of Medicine (WUSM) […]
04/12/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Run toward better health: Older people who frequently jog are less likely to be sick
Older people tend to do less physical activities than younger people. However, they should not stop exercising because of their age as it helps fight the challenges of aging. One of the exercises older people should engage in is running. Running is a vigorous aerobic exercise that gets the heart and lungs pumping, which is good […]
03/21/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Tai chi found to benefit the brains of older people
Taking up mind-body exercises – for instance, ballroom dancing or tai chi – could help maintain the health of your brain and your body during the later years of your life. This regimen was supported by the results of a new study, in which exercises that involve both mental and physical activities raised the cognitive function […]
02/21/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Natural remedies are working: Dementia rates are dropping among older people who stay mentally and physically active
Cases of dementia in the U.S. have significantly dropped in the last decade. The dip is attributed to an increase in mental and physical activity among older adults, research notes. Additionally, this was observed despite the upswing of diseases previously linked to the onset of dementia such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity. According to the […]
02/19/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Electroacupuncture helps older people regain their cognitive function after surgery
Researchers suggest older people who are about to undergo surgery to consider receiving electroacupuncture prior to their operation. Their study, which was published in Deutsche Zeitschrift für Akupunktur, found that preconditioning with electroacupuncture could improve the cognitive function among older patients after surgery. Electroacupuncture does this by reducing inflammatory reaction and brain injury. Researchers at The […]
02/14/2019
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By Rita Winters
Study finds “global” sensory loss to be an indicator of overall declining health, increased risk of death
Many of us think that aging is a bit intimidating, especially since death would come soon. We often wonder how long we would last in our physical forms and ponder if there are any symptoms or signs as to when death would come for us. A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics […]
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