Category Archives: Health News

Muscle loss is a common occurrence as we age. The best tactics to reduce the risk of muscle loss is through diet and exercise. Unfortunately, many seniors aren’t as active as they should be, and the risk of muscle loss continues to be higher among this group of people. In order to reduce muscle loss ...click here to read more

A pilot study has uncovered that wearing tefillin – a leather band wrapped around the arm – may yield cardiovascular health benefits. The researchers wanted to determine the possible benefits by temporarily restricting blood flow to induce the bodies natural responses to protect itself against heart attacks. The study involved 20 Jewish men. Nine wore ...click here to read more

Stress is something that seems unavoidable in life, yet we are constantly being cautioned by medical practitioners to avoid it as much as possible. Stress has often been associated with issues in the cardiovascular system, but new research points to its effects on cognitive health, as well. To function optimally, the brain needs a balance ...click here to read more

Balances exercises for seniors are a vital component of any exercise program as we age. Research shows that those who are physically active tend to live longer and balance exercises can improve muscle mass as well as prevent life-ending falls. When you think about it, it is really remarkable that a simple lifestyle change such ...click here to read more

A water expert has revealed that dehydration may contribute to memory loss. Dr. Jide Owolana explained that along with staying well hydrated to reduce the risk of memory loss, we should also cut back on our consumption of sugary drinks and alcohol. There are many health risks associated with dehydration including mood swings, reduction in ...click here to read more

Our veins are under constant attack from obesity and cholesterol to blood sugar spikes and even hypertension. Our veins play an important role in our health by allowing blood to return to the heart so it can become oxygenated. If our veins are sick, they are unable to complete this task, which can contribute to ...click here to read more

Arthritis is the most common condition affecting adults as they near their elderly years. The condition is characterized by pain and inflammation in the joints. According to statistics from the Arthritis Foundation, around 13 percent of men and 19 percent of women over the age of 45 have arthritis in their knees severe enough to ...click here to read more

As we age, it is important to stay physically active, and stretching exercises for seniors are a big part of proper physical activity. Most physicians and physical therapists agree that exercise is important if you want to have an overall good quality of life. It can help keep our bones strong, our backs straight, and ...click here to read more

Scientists are suggesting that there is one key molecule that is necessary for healthy aging, and that is nitric oxide. Aging occurs when the end of telomeres – the end of DNA strands – erode, which prevents proper cellular replication. This means new cells are created faulty, which results in degraded functioning of the tissue. ...click here to read more

There are many factors that can affect a person’s sleep including stress levels, medical conditions, chronic pain, and environmental factors like lighting and temperature, for example. Diet also plays a large role in our ability to fall asleep. Eating the right food can lead to a good night’s rest, while eating the wrong food may ...click here to read more

In the canon of existing research, antiphospholipid antibodies are associated with rheumatic diseases, which are any conditions characterized by pain in the joints or connective tissues. Antiphospholipid antibodies are also known to show an autoimmune response by attacking the body’s own tissues due to the appearance that these tissues are a danger to the body. ...click here to read more

If you suffer from joint pain, then you know how difficult and painful completing daily tasks can be. The struggle to get out of bed and even performing simple movements can damper one’s quality of life. The good news is that there are simple steps you can take to improve your joint health and make ...click here to read more

A recent study suggests that individuals who have myopia (nearsightedness) are at a higher risk of glaucoma. Three separate studies spanning over 10 years were conducted on 711 Chinese patients, 104 Malay patients, and 46 Indian patients by the Singapore Eye Research Institute (Seri) and Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC). The researchers uncovered similar risks ...click here to read more

Gum disease is almost as common as high blood pressure in Americans, and there may be more reason for that than you think. New research has found a link between oral health and blood pressure control that stresses the importance of taking care of your teeth. The study found that patients with low oral health ...click here to read more