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Socializing Appears to Delay Memory Problems

Socializing Appears to Delay Memory Problems, From The New York Times, by Tara Parker-Pope on Health. A recent finding suggests social isolation is a risk factor for dementia whereas social interaction delays cognitive decline in the elderly. »View . . . → Read More: Socializing Appears to Delay Memory Problems

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New Tech May Hold Key For Elder Care’s Future – Simulated Social Interaction

New Tech May Hold Key For Elder Care’s Future, Chicago Tribune. A new technology is being developed to simulate social interaction for seniors: »View Info

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Play Your Cards Right and Dance Around Alzheimer’s

Play your cards right and dance around Alzheimer’s by Craig Wilson. The three things according to a study that can ward off Alzheimer’s disease: dance, play bridge or practice a musical instrument. »View Info

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Computer Use Can Help Improve Our Health

Computer Use Can Help Improve Our Health, , By Agnes Herman – for the North County Times. »View Info

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Interview Your Elders and Write Your Family History

Interview Your Elders and Write Your Family History: See, “On Mother’s Day connect with your ancestors too,” By Peter King, Newsday.com. »View Info

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Easing Into Gardening

Easing into gardening, The Denver Post. »View Info

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Study: Exercise Slows Alzheimer’s Brain Atrophy

Study: Exercise slows Alzheimer’s brain atrophy, A study released at the 2008 International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease in Chicago found that patients with early Alzheimer’s disease who exercised regularly had less deterioration in the brain areas that control memory. . . . → Read More: Study: Exercise Slows Alzheimer’s Brain Atrophy

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A Better Lifestyle for a Longer Life

A Better Lifestyle for a Longer Life by Allison Aubrey, NPR.org. According to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine, an active lifestyle is a key predictor of longevity. Researchers at Harvard University’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital followed . . . → Read More: A Better Lifestyle for a Longer Life

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Running Through the Ages

Running Through the Ages, Running Your Best In Your 70s And Beyond, Runner’s World. »View Info

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Exercise And Seniors

Exercise And Seniors Familydoctor.org answers questions about elderly exercise safety, getting started, and types of exercise. »View Info

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The Benefits of Exercise; How to Get Moving and Supercharge Your Life.

The Benefits of Exercise; How to Get Moving and Supercharge Your Life. By Help-guide.org, a nonprofit. »View Info

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Living Longer, in Good Health to the End

Living Longer, in Good Health to the End By Jane E. Brody for The New York Times. A study shows regular exercise increases longevity. »View Info

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‘Game’ to get people walking again

‘Game’ to get people walking again By Jane Elliott Health reporter, BBC News. A treadmill and computer wizardry tricks the brain to talk better and faster. »View Info

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Fit, Not Frail: Exercise as a Tonic for Aging

Fit, Not Frail: Exercise as a Tonic for Aging By Jane E. Brody for The New York Times – Aerobics, strength training, and balance & flexibility exercises delay and even prevent loss of physical abilities and risk of injury. . . . → Read More: Fit, Not Frail: Exercise as a Tonic for Aging

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Value of Exercise for Seniors

Value of Exercise for Seniors, from Medical News Today. The value of exercise for seniors was shown in a multi-center study with Stanford. »View Info

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Study Links Middle-Age Belly Fat to Dementia

Study Links Middle-Age Belly Fat to Dementia By Rob Stein Washington Post Staff Writer »View Info

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Nutrition: How to Make Healthier Food Choices

Nutrition: How to Make Healthier Food Choices Familydoctor.org recommends healthy foods to help you lose weight, lower cholesterol and improve body functions. »View Info

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Link Between Diabetes, Alzheimers Disease Strengthened

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 25 Newsweek — New research suggests that having insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes raises your risk of developing the brain plaques associated with Alzheimers disease.  A study in Japan found that those with the highest levels . . . → Read More: Link Between Diabetes, Alzheimers Disease Strengthened

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