Aging

Exercise boosts brain memory

Kristen Fischer — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:11:00 -0700

Two new studies shed light on how different types of exercise aid in cognitive function.

Dementia costs to rise

Kristen Fischer — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 07:28:00 -0700

The costs to treat dementia — and cases of the condition — will more than double over the next 30 years, researchers say.

Celebs who look 10 years younger than they are

Christina Caldwell — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:16:00 -0700

Hey, ladies? You forgot to age. Don't worry — you're in good company. But if you could go ahead and catch up with the rest of us regular folk, that would be awesome. If you want to continue being superhuman, that's your prerogative. We might just be a little bitter about it.

Real couples share their This Is 40 moments

Sherri Kuhn — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0800

Judd Apatow's latest comedy, This Is 40 hits theaters Dec. 21. The spin-off sequel to the 2007 hit Knocked Up takes a comedic look at family life as a husband and wife approach the milestone meltdown of turning 40.

Is your makeup aging you?

Sebastien Tardif — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 06:00:00 -0800

Following up where we left off last month, I’ve unearthed a few more youth-sabotaging faux pas just in time for all the picture-snapping that will be taking place during the holidays! Think back to years past spent at family and friends’ gatherings where a "special effort parade" takes place with unfortunate makeup. Let’s seize this opportunity to review and update questionable beauty habits that are best left in the attic along with those grim ornaments you see at your uncle’s place once a year. Shall we?

Healthy ways kids can cope with a parent's illness

Stefania Silvestri — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 05:52:00 -0800

I was only 14 when my father was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s disease and I was thrown into the role of caretaker. It wasn't easy and I want to help other young people learn how to cope when a parent becomes ill. Here's what I learned and want to pass on to other young caregivers.

How cancer changes caregivers

Deborah Cornwall — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 12:14:00 -0800

You may feel that it goes without saying that caring for a cancer patient changes your life. Yet the breadth and magnitude of the changes is something that cannot be underestimated. Through interviews with 86 caregivers and many more informal conversations with caregivers, I found the following profound changes that resulted from their caregiving experiences.

Caregiving at a distance

SheKnows Health & Wellness Experts — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:37:00 -0700

Carol lives in the southeastern part of the state. Her mother, Jean, lives up north, easily a five-hour trip if the weather is good. Jean's health is failing, mainly due to age, and recently both her vision and hearing have started to deteriorate. Carol's sister and brother-in-law are close by and are the main caregivers, but Carol wants to help as much as possible.

Anti-aging: 4 reasons we age and how to slow down the clock

Jonnie Bowden, PhD, CNS — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:23:00 -0700

What do heart disease, prostate cancer, dementia, weight gain, sagging muscles and erectile dysfunction have in common? The obvious answer is that none of them are found at the top of your “must-have” or "want-to-have" lists -- but the less obvious answer is that they share one major risk factor: aging.

Cryotherapy: Healing sports injuries with ice

Linda Melone, CSCS — Mon, 28 May 2012 14:01:00 -0700

You whirl it into smoothies and use it to cool down drinks on a hot summer day, but did you know ice can also boost metabolism, relieve pain and tighten your skin? If you've ever applied an ice pack to a sprained ankle and felt the relief, imagine cooling down your entire body the same way. Only instead of an ice pack, you're put into a chamber with nitrogen, which brings temps down to a chilly minus 270 degrees Fahrenheit. Who knew frozen water could do so much?

Kettlebell workout: 5 Dynamic moves for full-body fitness

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:20:00 -0700

If you want a fast, effective full-body workout, pick up the kettlebells and get moving. This five-move kettlebell workout, from Kettlebells for 50+, targets every muscle, boosts your cardio and fires up your metabolism -- no matter what your age.

Fit at 50: Women's health tips to embrace your age

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 08:56:00 -0700

Getting older does not mean you'll soon be stuck in a rocking chair watching all the young people pass you by. Take care of your health and you can lead an active life at any age. Cardiac nurse practitioner Mary Kathryn Macklin, MSN, author of Women: Fit at Fifty, shares 10 health tips for women to shape up, stay fit and ward off age-related disease.

Eating disorders, weight concerns common in women over the age of 50

Patricia Conte — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:32:00 -0800

When you hear about eating disorders, many of us tend to think of teens or young women being affected. However, research tells us that women over the age of 50 are becoming more and more concerned with their body image, and often suffer from different types of eating disorders.

5 Anti-aging New Year's Resolutions for seniors

NYC Senior Care — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 01:41:00 -0800

The New Year means new starts, and that typically involves making New Year's resolutions. While the old-faithful standbys still exist, adults over the age of 65 can greatly benefit from making healthy resolutions – especially those that help prevent illness and injury. Here are five New Year's resolutions that will keep you feeling young and vibrant.

4 Exercise trends for older adults

NYC Senior Care — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:12:00 -0800

With the trend of Americans to be sedentary, it's never been more important to be active and participate in sports and activities that keep us in shape. This is especially true for adults over 60, since exercise can help ward off illness by boosting the immune system, as well as increase flexibility and range of movement, and improve mental acuity. Here are four exercise trends that are growing in popularity in the over-60 crowd.

Runners beware: Crossing the finish line may accelerate fine lines

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 02:27:00 -0800

Knee and ankle injuries are no longer the only physical concern if you’re a runner. On top of twists and sprains, you may also have to take beauty concerns into consideration. That’s right -- we’re talking about runner’s face, a new problem for anyone who makes a habit of pounding the pavement, which could speed up the development of fine lines and wrinkles. We take a deeper look at this exercise-related beauty issue.

Things anti-aging products can't hide

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:43:00 -0700

Sure, your grandmother seems to be aging well -- but maybe that's exactly what she wants you to think. Rebecca A. Lorenz, RN, Ph.D., recently monitored women ages 60 to 80 to examine how they cope with -- and mask -- their signs of aging and physical limitations. Results showed that women were resourceful in covering signs of declining mobility, but this could potentially hide symptoms of serious health issues.

7 Top tips to prevent cancer -- at any age

NYC Senior Care — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:20:00 -0700

According to the World Health Organization, one-third of all cases of cancer are avoidable. And while these days it seems as if everything is a potential cause, there are steps you can take to help prevent the onset of cancer for you or your loved ones. Here are seven ways to reduce your risk of getting cancer, whether you're in your 20s or 80s.

5 Bad habits that age you

Christy Pogorelac — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 05:41:00 -0700

When it comes to premature aging, your lifestyle and daily activities have just as much of an impact as the products in your medicine cabinet that make up your daily beauty regimen. Take a look at five bad habits that age you inside and out.

5 Tips for helping seniors manage holiday stress

NYC Senior Care — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 03:54:00 -0700

The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone. With travel, family and social engagements, house guests, shopping and a million other to-dos, the holidays can be overwhelming for many. But for seniors, the holidays can bring additional stress from multiple travel plans, an uprooted routine and even seasonal depression. Try these five helpful tips to help keep holiday stress to a minimum for your senior loved one.

Moms who Botox: Fabulous or frozen?

Melissa Chapman — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:30:00 -0700

It seems as though as my 35th birthday rolled around, and I could no longer claim stake to that coveted 18-34 year-old demographic, I began to notice the lines around my eyes. I’m not sure if it was the sheer number itself which made me more critical of my features or the fact that those lines that were once so finely etched between my eyebrows suddenly appeared to be deep furrows, which my son referred to as my "angry look." And unfortunately, he’d say this when I wasn’t even trying to get my angry face on!