Aging
131 Articles & Excerpts
Secrets to a Longer, Healthier Life: Studying Exceptionally Long-Lived Families by National Institute of Health People who live in good health for 100 years and longer aren't just lucky. Researchers have found that those who live an exceptionally long and healthy life often have company... in their very own families.
Proper Use of Medications and Elderly by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) A brown paper bag may hold the key to safer use of medications, according to health experts. 'A brown bag checkup is the single best thing that patients can do to avoid medication mistakes and cut down on unnecessary medications,' says Douglas Paauw, M.D.
Longevity
The Force of Character: And the Lasting Life by James Hillman, Ph.D. The Force of Character follows an enriching journey through the three stages of aging - lasting, the deepening that comes with longevity; leaving, the preparation for departure; and left, the special legacy we each bestow on our survivors.
Taking Charge of Your Own Health
Ageless: The Naked Truth About Bioidentical Hormones by Suzanne Somers Can you really feel better as you get older? Is aging without illness possible? Is your own internal fountain of youth waiting to be discovered? Yes, yes, and YES! says Suzanne Somers, the bestselling author of The Sexy Years.
Abkhasia: Ancients of the Caucasus
Healthy at 100: The Scientifically Proven Secrets of the World's Healthiest and Longest-Lived Peoples by John Robbins Why do some people age in failing health and sadness, while others grow old with vitality and joy? In this revolutionary book, bestselling author John Robbins presents us with a bold new paradigm of aging
Alcohol, Aging and Stress by National Institute of Health The body responds to stress through a hormone system called the hypothalamic-pituitaryadrenal (HPA) axis. Stimulation of this system results in the secretion of stress hormones (glucocorticoids).
Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis and Treatment by National Institute on Aging Loss of bladder control is called urinary incontinence. It can happen to anyone, but is very common in older people. At least 1 in 10 people age 65 or older has this problem. Symptoms can range from mild leaking to uncontrollable wetting.
Aging and Memory Loss by National Institute on Aging We've all forgotten a name, where we put our keys, or if we locked the front door. It's normal to forget things once in a while. However, forgetting how to make change, use the telephone, or find your way home may be signs of a more serious memory problem
Dental Health and Aging by National Institute on Aging Teeth are meant to last a lifetime. By taking good care of your teeth and gums, you can protect them for years to come. Tooth decay is not just a problem for children. It can happen as long as you have natural teeth in your mouth.
Skin Care and Aging : Age Spots, Shingles and Bruising by National Institute on Aging All skin cancers could be cured if they were discovered and brought to a doctor's attention before they had a chance to spread. Therefore, you should check your skin regularly. The most common warning sign of skin cancer is a change on the skin
Skin Care and Aging by National Institute on Aging Americans spend billions of dollars each year on skin care products that promise to erase wrinkles, lighten age spots, and eliminate itching, flaking, or redness. But the simplest and cheapest way to keep your skin healthy and young looking is to stay out
Aging : The Immune System, Calories and Diet by National Institute on Aging Muscles: Without exercise, estimated muscle mass declines 22 percent for women and 23 percent for men between the ages of 30 and 70. Exercise can slow this rate of loss. Bones: Bone mineral is lost and replaced throughout life; loss begins to outstrip
Aging : Heat Shock Proteins, Hormones by National Institute on Aging In the early 1960s, investigators noticed fruit flies did something unusual. When these insects were exposed to a burst of heat, they produced proteins that helped their cells survive the temperature change.
What Is Aging? Why Do We Age? by National Institute on Aging The study of aging is not what it used to be. Gerontology was a young science when Congress created the National Institute on Aging (NIA) in 1974 as part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). At that time, theories of aging abounded
Osteoporosis and Older Adults by National Institute on Aging Helen had osteoporosis, but she didn't know it before she fell. Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones to the point where they break easily-most often bones in the hip, backbone (spine), and wrist. Osteoporosis is called the 'silent disease'.
HIV, AIDS, and Older People by National Institute on Aging Like most people, you probably have heard a lot about HIV and AIDS. You may have thought that these diseases weren't your problem and that only younger people have to worry about them. But anyone at any age can get HIV/AIDS.
High Blood Pressure and Age by National Institute on Aging You can have high blood pressure, or hypertension, and still feel just fine. That's because high blood pressure does not cause symptoms that you can see or feel. But, high blood pressure, sometimes called the silent killer, is a major health problem.
Aging and Hearing Loss by National Institute on Aging About one-third of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74 have hearing problems. About half the people who are 85 and older have hearing loss. Whether a hearing loss is small (missing certain sounds) or large (being profoundly deaf)
Older Adults: Forgetfulness by National Institute on Aging Many older people worry about becoming more forgetful. They think forgetfulness is the first sign of Alzheimer's disease (AD). In the past, memory loss and confusion were considered a normal part of aging.
Diabetes in Older People : Types, Health Concerns, Symptoms by National Institute on Aging Diabetes is a serious disease. It happens when your blood levels of glucose, a form of sugar, are too high. Diabetes can lead to dangerous health problems. The good news is that high glucose levels can be managed to help control the disease and prevent
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