The Importance of Self Esteem in Elderly Health
Self esteem plays an important part in health as we age, with declining income and increases in health concerns having a big impact on how we see our lives.
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HBOT Proves to Be Beneficial for Stroke Patients
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has been shown to have significant impacts on brain rehabilitation efforts, particularly concerning those who have suffered a stroke.
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Is Cognitive Aging Normal?
The brain will change with age and those changes will naturally impact certain cognitive functions even when healthy. Learn where some levels of cognitive decline are expected and others not.
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When Does Cognitive Decline Begin?
Cognitive decline is somewhat natural, but environmental and nutritional factors can influence the extent of cognitive decline as well as the time frame in which it occurs.
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What is Senescence?
A hallmark of the aging process, senescence refers to the state in which cells stop dividing and slip into a state of growth arrest without the cells dying.
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Study Shows Low Levels of Alcohol are Good for the Brain
While drinking is related to a number of health conditions, some studies show that low level alcohol consumption is actually good for the brain.
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Is GPS Useful or Damaging for Our Brains?
GPS applications are having negative impacts on the brain that lead to a loss of ability to navigate space and can contribute to cognitive issues as we age.
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Research is Uncovering the Benefits of Fasting
The effects of fasting on health is a growing area of interest for researchers, nutritionists and physicians alike due to its influence on blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and gut bacteria.
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Detecting Signs of Cognitive Decline and What to Do Next
As we age, it’s important to know how to detect the signs of cognitive decline, determine its severity and take the right steps to slow it down.
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Apps Designed to Improve Memory, Maintain Cognition
App developers are working with medical professionals to develop platforms that have the potential to help seniors fight back against cognitive decline, dementia and Alzheimer’s.
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