Lower vitamin D could increase risk of dying for frail older adults
Lower vitamin D could increase risk of dying for frail older adults A new study concludes that among older adults -- especially those who are frail -- low…
Older adults may need more vitamin D to prevent mobility difficulties
Older adults may need more vitamin D to prevent mobility difficulties Older adults who don't get enough vitamin D -- either from diet, supplements or sun…
Eating fish, chicken, nuts may lower risk of Alzheimer's
Eating fish, chicken, nuts may lower risk of Alzheimer's A new study suggests that eating foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, chicken,…
Soft drinks - even diet - up stroke risk
Soft drinks - even diet - up stroke risk We've heard repeatedly that soft drinks - including pop, energy drinks and vitamin waters - are bad for your…
Too little omega-3 fatty acids may accelerate brain aging
Too little omega-3 fatty acids may accelerate brain aging According to a new study published in the journal Neurology, a diet lacking in omega-3 fatty acids,…
High fibre fruit linked to healthy gums
High fibre fruit linked to healthy gums U.S. researchers who followed healthy male veterans for up to 24 years found that older men who ate more high-fibre…
Vitamin D not promising to reduce cancer risk
Vitamin D not promising to reduce cancer risk Extra vitamin D and calcium may offer some protection against fractures in elderly people, but has little or no…
Low vitamin B12 levels may lead to cognitive problems
Low vitamin B12 levels may lead to cognitive problems Older people with low blood levels of vitamin B12 markers may be more likely to have lower brain…
Too much salt plus too little exercise increases risk of cognitive decline
Too much salt plus too little exercise increases risk of cognitive decline Older adults who lead sedentary lifestyles and consume too much sodium may be…
Potassium-rich diet wards off stroke
Potassium-rich diet wards off stroke After reviewing 10 international studies involving more than 200,000 middle aged and older adults, researchers have…