Tag: aging & longevity

Meaningful evidence suggests that Tai Chi may reduce the risk of falls in aging adults. Every senior should consider taking the time to learn it.

Many people think vision loss is just a normal part of aging but it doesn’t have to be. There are many steps you can take to reduce your risk of blindness.

The results of studies examining the impact of antioxidants and free radicals on health are mixed showing benefits and harm for both.

Here are some ways to spot a senior friendly gym that caters to the unique exercise and fitness needs of older adults.

Fish can help reduce stress, positively impact mental health & enforce a daily routine - all of which, science suggests, may help prevent loneliness.

We know we can extend healthy life using readily available medications and a team-based, systematic approach. But, do we have the will to do it?

After I fell and fractured my shoulder, I learned that there are many issues to consider in addition to the fall and the fracture.

Minimally-invasive procedures such as TAVR and a team-based approach to medicine are two types of innovation that provide patients with better overall care.

Physicians may endorse step therapy for medical reasons but when it is used solely to save the system money, it can harm people with chronic illnesses.

The most common cause of age-related erectile dysfunction is weak blood flow due to narrowed arteries. Improving cardiovascular health may delay the onset.

NAD is critical to our bodies but levels decline with age. There's evidence to suggest that boosting NAD levels may play a role in healthy aging.

As Americans get older, more people will need home health services, nursing home placement, or hospice care to remain well.