Seniors and Aging
Brain & Spine
Research: Midlife Obesity May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Midlife obesity is associated with thinner cerebral cortices in regions of the brain related to Alzheimer’s disease. Cerebral cortices make up the outermost layer of the brain and consist of mostly grey matter. Adiposity,…
Living Well
Binge Drinking – It’s Not Just the Kids
Mention binge drinking and few think of senior citizens quaffing too many at a bar. Yet a study that examined data from the US National Survey on Drug Use and…
Living Well
Senior Fitness: Stay Active to Benefit Your Brain, Bones and Balance
.As we age, we tend to be less physically active. But, engaging in fitness or recreational activities that improve balance, flexibility, strength and endurance can enhance your quality of life…