We’ll drink to this: according to research, hot chocolate makes us smarter and faster thinkers. A study finds drinking cocoa is not just a popular choice, but it may also be a “smart” choice as well. A team at Read more…
Walkers, canes, and other assistive devices can help seniors maintain their independence. However, if used incorrectly, these devices can cause more falls than they prevent. The American Physical Therapy Association recommends elderly adults who use canes and walkers as walking Read more…
Seasonal Affective Disorder (also referred to as “winter blues”) is a type of depression triggered by the seasons. Many people experience short periods of feeling sad or not like their usual selves. Sometimes, the mood changes begin and end when Read more…
When we think of our “golden years”, what do we see? Do we envision living independently, being active, and enjoying life? Or do we worry that we will struggle with declining health? For many seniors, reality falls somewhere in between. Read more…
Every day, millions of people across the United States give care to people with mental and physical challenges. They range from family members to trained aides to nurses. No matter which category they are in there is always the risk Read more…
Today, about half of all American adults – 117 million people – have one or more preventable chronic disease. Seven out the ten most common diseases are influenced by regular physical activity. Yet nearly 80% of adults are not meeting Read more…
Most of us know someone who suffers from COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). COPD is a group of chronic inflammatory diseases that obstruct airflow from entering the lungs. It is commonly caused by smoking or over-exposure to irritants in the Read more…
Just 20 minutes of brisk walking a day may be all it takes to lessen a sedentary person’s risk of early death, says one study. The researchers also found that risk of early death due to lack of exercise is Read more…
Tripping on a rug or slipping on a wet floor is such a dangerous scenario for the elderly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states over 36 million of the elderly fall each year, leading to 32,000 deaths. Read more…
Regular physical activity helps improve overall health, fitness, and quality of life. Do you know it also helps reduce the risk of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, many types of cancer, depression, and dementia? The World Health Read more…