As we age, our muscles naturally become less efficient. Senior adults can use as much as 20 percent more energy while doing simple tasks, like walking, as a younger adult performing the same task. When movement becomes more difficult, this can have an affect on several other parts of a person’s life. They may start … Read more
Setting New Year’s resolutions is a good way to start a new year, create a positive outlook on life, and a positive attitude in general. The simple act of setting resolutions for oneself can greatly impact your overall health, both mentally and physically. Resolutions help us to set goals and find purpose. One study found … Read more
In the United States, one in ten people age 65 and older currently has Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. Changes in the brain due to these cognitive diseases can begin several years before any symptoms actually start to appear, so getting a diagnosis and starting treatment early is important. Fortunately, there’s good news … Read more
