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Insomnia linked to Alzheimer’s?
In a new study working on a mouse model, researchers from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, found that when the first signs of Alzheimer’s plaques appear in the brain, the...
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Stroke – a reality check for young India
29th September is World Heart Day One morning Rahul, a cheerful and healthy-appearing 29 year old, was unable to bounce out of his bed as usual and needed help to arise from the bed. After a few...
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Ten sure-shot ways to age healthy
Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you’ve got to start young. – Theodore Roosevelt You may be abusing your body in your youth – eating junk food, not getting any exercise,...
View ArticleBeat old age stress by making lifestyle changes
According to an eminent psychologist, life-style based changes are necessary to combat stress in old age which is more so as the elderly population is pegged to increase four-fold in the next 40 years....
View ArticleLifestyle changes key to keeping stress away in old age
With the elderly population pegged to increase four-fold in the next 40 years, life-style based changes are necessary to combat stress in old age, according to an eminent psychologist. ‘Growing older...
View ArticleWant a healthy brain? Exercise!
A study has suggested that lifelong exercise is the key to keep one’s brain healthy even in old age. In the study by King’s College London (KCL), scientists proved how people who keep fit as a child...
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Six food habits to beat arthritis
Living with arthritis can be quite debilitating if not treated properly. Apart from exercise and the medicines which your doctor would prescribe, you need to be careful with your choice of food. Eating...
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How to lose weight in old age (Diet query of the day)
Q: My grandfather’s age is 78 years. His weight is 130 kg and he is diabetic, has high BP and knee pain. What is the best way to lose weight at this age? Answered by our expert Neha Chandna Since he is...
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‘Alzheimer’s is no more an old age condition’
Amol was a successful 45-year-old man. He had everything to live for – a beautiful home, a loving family and a high paying job most people would die for. Even though Amol was great at what he did, he...
View ArticleOlder people urged to walk more for better physical and mental health
Washington (ANI): A new study has found that the more an older man walks, the better his physical and mental health and his quality of life are likely to be. Although walking ranks among the favourite...
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‘Depression is as common as the common cold nowadays’
October 10 is World Mental Health Day.Every year on October 10, the WHO (World Health Organisation) joins the World Federation of Mental Health to celebrate World Mental Health Day. The WHO supports...
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Keep arthritis at bay with exercise
October 12 is World Arthritis Day.More and more Indians are prone to arthritis as they don’t exercise and this is also affecting people as young as in their 30s. Experts said Indians need to do more...
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10 conditions that ail the elderly
October 1 is the International Day of Older Persons. How many times have yuo wondered if your ageing family member of friend is well? Well, most of us worry, since we know that with age comes the heavy...
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Beat arthritis with these 6 diet tips (Gallery)
Food habits to beat arthritis ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 7 Living with arthritis can be quite debilitating if not treated properly. Apart from exercise and the medicines which your doctor would...
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Hospitals now gear up to become elder-friendly
From discounts on medicines, to reserved seats in the OPD, to fast-track billing and admission, hospitals in the city seem on an extensive drive to appease the elderly. With offers and schemes to...
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You might not need to worry about getting old — now, aging can be reversed
The ageing process is like the married couple next door — when young, they communicate well, but over many years the communication breaks down. And as in relationships, says a new study, restoring...
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Indulging in sports in high school proves beneficial in older age
A new study has suggested that boys who get involved in sports in their high schools are more active and healthy in their older age than those who don’t. The new study looked at what factors of...
View ArticleSenior citizens too can donate organs: Expert
Contrary to popular belief, senior citizens too can donate organs, a specialist said at a function in the national capital organised by Age Care India. ‘Older people can also be good donors, as against...
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Sleep well to avoid memory problems in old age
In your 40s and miss on that crucial sleep either because of erratic lifestyle or odd working hours? Get your sleep habits back in shape as extreme changes in sleep duration from middle age to older...
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How to lose weight in old age (Diet query of the day)
Q: My grandfather’s age is 78 years. His weight is 130 kg and he is diabetic, has high BP and knee pain. What is the best way to lose weight at this age? Answered by our expert Neha Chandna Since he is...
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