Aging

Quercetin is a flavonoid antioxidant that is from the family known as "polyphenols," and is found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Because it is known as a plant pigment, you can expect to find it in the most deeply colored produce. Quercetin is also considered to possess antiviral properties. You owe it to your health to look into the...

Do you find yourself discovering gray hairs, despite being relatively young? It could be that you are experiencing premature graying. Why Does Hair Turn Gray with Age? The body's hair follicles naturally produce less color as you get older. This means that when the hair strands go through the normal cycle of dying and regenerating, they are more likely to...

Looking for some proven tips for healthy skin going into the summer? Here is everything you need to know. The Importance of Healthy Skin As the largest organ in the body, the skin is the barrier that protects you against a host of germs and environmental toxins each day. In order for this organ to work at maximum levels, it...

Cognitive impairment, such as dementia, is defined as the gradual deterioration of brain function. This type of impairment can impact a number of cognitive operations, including language, memory, mood, judgment and more. Although a certain level of cognitive decline can be expected as you age, the rate and intensity at which this happens can also suggest a serious health issue...

As one of the most common types of dementia, Alzheimer's disease impacts millions of Americans every year. Understanding the various Alzheimer's risk factors can empower you to make a variety of lifestyle changes that may reduce your chances of being diagnosed. Here is what you need to know about this disease as you grow older so that you can minimize...

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), dementia impacts over 55 million people on a global scale. Approximately 60 - 70 percent of these diagnosed dementia cases are in the form of Alzheimer's disease. As scientists strive to learn more about cognitive function and aging, it has become clear that there is a connection between diet and dementia. Here is...

It is no surprise that there is a connection between exercise and heart health. What you may not know is that exercise is even useful later in age. New research is shedding light on how just 20 minutes of exercise each day between the ages of 70 and 75 can help to guard against heart disease later in life. Understanding how...

Menopause is a significant period in a woman's life during which the ovaries cease production of the sex hormones estrogen and progesterone. Menopause fatigue is one of the most common symptoms that occurs when the female body goes through this significant life change. Menopause fatigue is rooted in a number of biological changes, most notably the hormone imbalances that happen...

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid. Associated with serotonin production, and thereby linked to mood, as well as connected to energy levels and immune system function, new research finds that insufficient tryptophan can impact gut microbiome and may significantly increase inflammation. Chronic inflammation has been shown to increase the risk of numerous diseases, including those among the leading causes of...

For centuries, scientists have hypothesized about the connection between aging and disease. But what if we should be treating aging itself as a disease? New research suggests that treating the aging process as a disease could deliver vast advantages to both serious health issues and the economy. The question remains: How can the medical field begin to provide solutions that...