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Veggies a Healthy Recipe for Older Women’s Hearts

posted by admin on 04.04.2018 in Press Release | Comments Off on Veggies a Healthy Recipe for Older Women’s Hearts

Eating lots of vegetables may help older women keep their blood vessels healthy, Australian researchers report.   The biggest benefit seems to come from cruciferous vegetables, including cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and broccoli. Eating these …

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The High Costs of Alzheimer’s

posted by admin on 22.03.2018 in Press Release | Comments Off on The High Costs of Alzheimer’s

Sharp increases in Alzheimer’s disease cases, deaths and costs are stressing the U.S. health care system and caregivers, a new report reveals.   About 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease — 5.5 million of them …

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Poor Sleep May Heighten Alzheimer’s Risk

posted by admin on 14.03.2018 in Press Release | Comments Off on Poor Sleep May Heighten Alzheimer’s Risk

Older adults who are sleepy during the day might have harmful plaque building in their brain that is a sign of impending Alzheimer’s disease, researchers report.   A hallmark of Alzheimer’s is the accumulation of …

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Warming Climate, More Sleepless Nights?

posted by admin on 27.02.2018 in Press Release | Comments Off on Warming Climate, More Sleepless Nights?

The rising nighttime temperatures that come with climate change could mean poorer sleep for millions, a new study suggests. Americans’ reported nights of insufficient sleep more than double as nighttime temperatures rise during summer months, …

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Health Tip: Balance Moves for Older Adults

posted by admin on 20.02.2018 in Press Release | Comments Off on Health Tip: Balance Moves for Older Adults

Balance exercises can help prevent falls, especially among older adults. But before you begin any exercise program, always consult your doctor. The American Council on Exercise mentions these common balance exercises for active older adults: …

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