The snooze button should be charged with false advertising: It sells us more sleep and a brighter day but often delivers worse sleep and a…
12 Facts About Strokes That Everyone Should Be Aware Of
Strokes are exceedingly common in older adults and yet, very few people actually understand what a stroke actually is. A stroke is described as a…
Four Types of Exercise Can Improve Your Health and Physical Ability
Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get…
Why Older Adults Should Eat More Protein (And Not Overdo Protein Shakes)
Older adults need to eat more protein-rich foods when losing weight, dealing with a chronic or acute illness, or facing a hospitalization, according to a…
Sleep Loss Can Encourage Spread of Toxic Alzheimer’s Protein
In addition to memory loss and confusion, many people with Alzheimer’s disease have trouble sleeping. A National Institutes of Health-funded team of researchers has evidence…
Elderly Nutrition 101: 10 Foods to Keep You Healthy
Proper diet and a healthy life go hand in hand, especially for older adults over the age of 65. According to reports by World Health…