Compared to individuals who reported never taking a nap, people who usually nap had a 1.12 times higher likelihood of developing high blood pressure and a 1.24-fold increase in stroke risk;... Read More
Aging May Be Reversible
Scientists used DNA methylation clocks to measure changes in biological age as it responds to stress in mice and humans.... Read More
Parkinson’s: Why the Rise?
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement. A loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain causes the condition, which leads to a lack of dopamine, a neurotransmitter responsible for coordinating movement.... Read More
Exercise to Lower Blood Pressure
“Individuals under 59 had a greater blood pressure reduction associated with physical training. Those 60 and 79 years had a smaller effect, but still had significant blood pressure drops. Thus, we emphasize that even the elderly can benefit from strength training.”... Read More
Salt and Your Heart
The American Heart Association reminds us that avoiding prepackaged, prepared, and processed foods is the best way to drop sodium.... Read More
Can Bright Light Fight Dementia?
Compared with usual treatment, patients with dementia who received phototherapy had significant improvements in cognitive function.... Read More
3 Reasons to Sleep!
Short sleep (under five hours) increased diabetes risk by 1.5 times. The risk was increased by nearly 1.2 times for those sleeping fewer than six hours.... Read More
Gardening As Exercise
“A safe and calm garden helps soothe a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A child with ADHD functions better in a neat and orderly environment. A garden that exhibits order and structure will be beneficial.”... Read More