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Exercise Slows the Aging Process

May 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Research conducted at Loma Linda University Health suggests that even small doses of regular exercise in sedentary older adults can have a significant effect in slowing the aging process at the level of molecular gene expression. Recently developed measurements of mRNA expression allowed researchers to discover that short bursts of … Read More

Fueling Physical Activity

May 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Deciding whether to eat before a workout can be a puzzling question for many fitness enthusiasts. The answer largely depends on the type of workout you plan to do and your overall fitness goals. Healthy Years nutrition expert Dana Hunnes, RD, MPH, PhD, Senior Dietitian Supervisor, UCLA Medical Center, breaks … Read More

Advanced Parkinson’s Disease May Respond to Deep Brain Stimulation

May 23, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Many people with Parkinson’s disease find that medications and exercise help control the symptoms that accompany this neurological condition. But as Parkinson’s progresses, these treatment approaches don’t work as well, and severe functional limitations may develop. For the past two decades, a technique called deep brain stimulation (DBS) has been … Read More

Complex Care Needs May Not Mean a Nursing Home

May 23, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

For older adults with advanced functional, cognitive and/or medical issues, nursing homes offer an option for aging in an environment that provides skilled nursing care, help with functional needs, and social/recreational opportunities. However, nursing homes are expensive—and, in any case, many older adults with complex care needs want to remain … Read More

Newsbriefs: Pickleball Safety; Yoga Benefits Cognition; Galantamine Supplement Risk; Hospital Readmission

May 23, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Pickleball Safety Alert Pickleball is all the rage for older adults looking to maintain their activity and fitness levels. It is regarded as a low-impact sport, but according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in February, it is associated with potentially … Read More

Ask the EN Experts June 2024

May 23, 2024 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Aging & Independence

As we age, many of our nutrition needs change, requiring us to adjust our dietary practices to help maintain health and function. Here are a few tips to incorporate into your day to help support nutritional intakes and health: 1. Embrace Color: Fill your plate with a variety of colorful … Read More

Recognize the Difference Between Normal Brain Aging and Cognitive Decline

Apr 24, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Aging & Independence

Struggling to find the right word now and again is a normal part of aging; losing track of dates, seasons, or places is not. Differentiating between a normally aging brain and cognitive decline can offer peace of mind to those who recognize their memory blips as an expected part of … Read More

Transforming Health Care with Artificial Intelligence

Apr 24, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to advance health care in numerous exciting ways. For example, researchers have found that AI has the potential to improve diagnostic accuracy, accelerate disease predictability, and streamline medical processes. While some people may worry about AI replacing physicians, the more realistic picture is how it … Read More

Stretching Feels Good and Does Good

Apr 24, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Dogs and cats do it every morning, evening, and throughout the day because stretching is natural and necessary for wellbeing. Think about how good it feels to do a few stretches after spending hours on a plane or in front of the computer. Stretching can wake us up more fully, … Read More

Research Suggests More Schooling Associated with Slower Aging

Apr 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Numerous studies have suggested that people who achieve a higher level of education tend to be healthier later in life and live longer. In a study recently published online in JAMA Network Open, researchers have also found that more education often equates to slower aging. Using data from the Framingham … Read More

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