Daytime sleepiness in older people could mean higher dementia risk
Older women who become increasingly sleepy during the day may face a higher risk of developing dementia, according to a new study published on...
The root cause of muscle weakness in older people
As people get older, many notice that their bodies don’t feel as strong as they once did. Climbing stairs might become harder, getting out...
Ageing isn’t the same everywhere – why inflammation may be a lifestyle problem
For years, scientists have believed that inflammation inevitably increases with age, quietly fuelling diseases like heart disease, dementia and diabetes. But a new study...
Why frequent nightmares may shorten your life by years
Waking up from a nightmare can leave your heart pounding, but the effects may reach far beyond a restless night.
Adults who suffer bad dreams...
How your genes, height, and lifestyle may cause blood clots
Blood clots can form in both arteries and veins, but the causes, dangers, and prevention strategies are quite different depending on where they occur.
In...
Taking the pedal off the metal: when should older adults stop driving?
You may have gotten your driver’s license the day you turned 16. By the time you retire, you could have driven daily for more...
Low-fat vegan diet strongly promotes weight loss, study finds
A new study comparing dietary approaches has found that a low-fat vegan diet not only promotes weight loss but also significantly reduces dietary acid load, a factor linked to...
Beat the heat: staying safe in the summertime
After a long winter cooped up, the arrival of sunny days can make you eager to be outside. Getting outdoors can be good for...
Mindfulness for your health
Paying attention to what’s going on right this second can be hard. We often spend more time thinking about what’s coming up in the...
Osteoporosis in aging: Protect your bones with exercise
Bones feel solid, but the inside of a bone is actually filled with holes like a honeycomb. Bone tissues are broken down and rebuilt...