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8 Health Problems That Can Mimic Dementia
Alan Baker of Spokane, Washington, began to have serious problems with memory, confusion and movement when he was about 72 years old....
Barbara Sadick


Magnesium: Are You Getting Enough of This Essential Nutrient?
Magnesium is vital to your health, but many seniors don’t get enough. A dietitian breaks down what it does, how much you need, and the...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


Man Experiences His Own Spine-Tingling Tale
“It’s my feet,” the 50-year-old man said. Medium height, hair tousled, Harold looked as if he had thrown on his sweatpants and loose...
Tony Dajer


New Analysis Finds Millions of People on Statins May Not Need Them
New research finds that many people currently taking statins to lower cholesterol may not actually need this medication. An analysis,...
Tim Newman


The Best Vitamins for Seniors
Read this before you buy another bottle of vitamins or minerals. What are the best vitamins for seniors? Ask 10 different people and...
Barbara Brody


People who live long, healthy lives have these 9 things in common—‘I call them the Power Nine,’ longevity researcher says
The possibility of living a longer, healthier life is more attractive than ever, and for guidance, we can look to the daily practices of...
Renée Onque


10 Ways to Spot Skin Cancer Before It Kills
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S., according to the American Academy of Dermatology. But it’s also one of the...
Elaine K. Howley


The Five Rules of Good Nutrition
Healthy eating is a topic that’s hotly debated. But these proven principles of good nutrition will help you age better and feel more...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


How To Live for a Long Time
Your choices can have an impact on how long you live. However, no guarantees can tell you how long your life will be. You can control...
Michael De Medeiros
8 Ways to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
Maintaining an active lifestyle and nutritious diet may help prevent kidney problems. But certain factors can increase your risk of...
Laura Goldman


Exercising to keep the brain young: Latest research and expert opinions
Exercise greatly benefits brain health, improving cognition, mood and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Several new...
Paul Ian Cross, PhD
How to Recognize a Silent Stroke
Silent strokes are small strokes that may occur in a part of the brain that doesn’t cause visible symptoms. But multiple silent strokes...
Rebecca Joy Stanborough, MFA


1st human to contract H5N2 bird flu dies: What to know about symptoms
A person in Mexico has died from avian influenza, aka bird flu, amid an ongoing global outbreak of the virus affecting poultry and other...
Caroline Kee


4 ways to live longer without spending much money, according to SuperAgers from the world's Blue Zones
Sorry to the tech execs and ultra-rich spending millions to live longer — the best things in life may actually be (almost) free, at least...
Gabby Landsverk


A surprising key to healthy aging: Strong social connections
There’s no healthy aging “magic bullet” — no single exercise, food or pill that can guarantee a long, healthy life. But there may be...
mcpress.mayoclinic.org


Fish oil supplements may raise risk of stroke, heart issues, study suggests
As an excellent source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, daily fish oil supplements are a popular way to keep the risk of...
Sandee LaMotte, CNN


Blood Pressure: How Low Is Too Low?
A low reading could simply mean your heart is healthy. Or it could mean that you’re at risk of falling. Here’s how to tell the...
Christine Richmond


The Best and Worst Foods for Managing Arthritis
Diet can play a major role in helping reduce pain and inflammation — or making it worse. Here’s what you need to know. First, let’s get...
Elizabeth Millard


What’s the Best Sleep Position for Your Heart Health? Experts Explain
It is widely known that good sleep is essential to your health, especially your heart health. In fact, studies have shown that poor sleep...
MADELEINE HAASE
Aging: What to expect
You know that aging will likely cause wrinkles and gray hair. But do you know how aging will affect your teeth, heart and sexuality? Find...
Mayo Clinic Staff
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