Archive for the ‘Longevity Medicine’ Category
Sense of Purpose Slashes Alzheimer’s Risk
Rush University (US) researchers find that older men and women who maintain a purpose in life are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s Disease.
Insufficient Sleep Prompts Fat
Five hours or less of sleep a night corresponds to large increases in visceral fat.
Elevated Inflammatory Markers in Childhood Warn of Future Heart Disease
Obese children as young as three years old may have elevated levels of C-Reactive Protein and other inflammatory markers linked to heart disease in adulthood.
Omega-3s Boost Brain Function
Healthy middle-aged men and women with higher blood levels of DHA (docosahexaenonic acid), a type of omega-3 fatty acid, perform better on tests of reasoning, memory, and vocabulary.
B-Vitamin May Promote Brain Function Recovery After Stroke
Vitamin B3, niacin, is shown to assist with the recovery of brain function, in a lab animal model of stroke.
The Epidemic of Cognitive Decline
University of California researchers project that the nation’s oldest men and women will experience an 18% annual dementia incidence that increases with age.
Coffee May Slash Stroke Risk
Large-scale UK study finds that just a single cup of coffee a day cuts stroke risk by 30%.
The Multi-Benefits of Multivitamins
Chinese study reveals that multivitamins and minerals may confer a wealth of benefits, including reduced body weight and improved blood fat levels.
Implications of High Blood Pressure Underestimated
Increased efforts to address hypertension in the United States are critical to offset cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the nation.
Key Advancement Towards Personalized Cancer Tests
Johns Hopkins University (US) researchers develop a diagnostic test to identify tumor gene characteristics specific to an individual patient.
Happily Married Men At Reduced Risks of Death by Stroke
Israeli researchers find that single men, as well as men in an unhappy marriage, are at increased risks of death by stroke.
Calcium Slashes Men’s Risks of Death
Large-scale Swedish study finds that men with higher intakes of calcium are at markedly reduced risks of death from heart disease.
Forgetting As an Active Process That May Enhance Learning
Chinese researchers identify a chemical in the brain that deliberately removes short-term memories, to enhance the brain’s capacity to learn.
Molecular Metabolites May Predict Cardiovascular Disease
Duke University (US) researchers identify specific metabolic profiles associated with coronary artery disease and heart attacks.
Regular Exercise Reduces Anxiety
Among patients with a chronic illness, regular exercise slashes anxiety by 20%.
Midday Nap May Boost Brain Power
University of California/Berkeley (US) researchers report that a short nap can improve learning capacity.
Socioeconomic Stresses May Compromise Life Expectancy
People who live in areas with lower household incomes more likely to die because of their personal and household characteristics and their community surroundings.
Exercise May Slash Breast Cancer Risk
Among sedentary postmenopausal women, moderate-to-vigorous exercise reduced hormones coincident for breast cancer risk.
Green Tea May Protect Against Glaucoma
Hong Kong researchers report that antioxidant compounds in green tea are absorbed in significant amounts in the retina and other tissues of the eye.
CDC Reports Latest Health Statistics in United States
US life expectancy is up, but per-capita health costs stand at $6,219 for each American.
Happy Disposition May Promote Heart Health
People who find joy, excitement, and contentment in their daily lives may be protected from cardiovascular disease.
Untreated Poor Vision Linked to Dementia
Elderly people with visual disorders that are left untreated are significantly more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
Chocolate May Combat Stroke Risk
Canadian researchers find that chocolate consumption lowers the risk of stroke.
Alaskan Eskimo Diet Offers Clues on Omega-3 Benefits
The Yup’ik Eskimos of western Alaska (US) consume high levels of EPA and DHA omega-3s, which associate with decreased inflammatory markers and healthier cholesterol profile.
The Health Effects of Flextime and Telecommuting
Flexible working conditions promote physical and mental health among employees.