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The Truth About Brain-Training Games 
September 13, 2020
The science is mixed on brain games.
What's your risk for dementia and how can you lower it? Find answers in our brain health center. We all want to protect and preserve our minds as we age. Can so-called brain-training games work? Can they help us preserve our memory,… See more
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Slower Aging
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
May 13, 2020
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Slower Aging
Mediterranean diet has been linked to lowering your risk for cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and type 2 diabetes. One reason it works is by altering gut bacterium linked to healthy aging and lower inflammation in older people, according to a study published the BMJ… See more
Everything You Need to Know About Arthritis: Types and Treatments
January 22, 2020
The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, where the cartilage around the joint degenerates from wear, but there are more than 100 types.
If you woke up with joint pain this morning, you could be among more than 50 million Americans with arthritis. While there are many types, they often share similar symptoms, including: Pain Stiffness Swelling Redness Decreased range of motion If any of these words describe one of more of… See more
6 Natural Ways to Ease Osteoarthritis Pain
January 22, 2020
Cold therapy can help with osteoarthritis pain.
Osteoarthritis (OA) affects 31 million Americans. It seems there are practically as many “natural remedies” that promise arthritis relief. Unfortunately, most of them, from copper bracelets to apple cider vinegar, don’t work. The good news is that there are a few science-backed, drug-free ways to… See more
Stress Causing Skin Aging & How You Can Control It
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 5, 2019
aging skin stress causes
After a stressful situation or long illness, there’s a good chance you’ll notice a few more wrinkles on your face. It’s not news that stress is involved in premature aging. But stress is an unavoidable part of life. Is it possible to prevent some stress-related premature skin aging? When you’re… See more
4 Tips to Help Raise Your Testosterone Levels Naturally
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2018
Low testosterone, commonly referred to as low T, can cause a wide range of health issues for both men and women. It’s tied to erectile issues and difficulty concentrating in men, as well as low libido, fertility problems, weight gain, muscle and bone loss, depression, osteoporosis and type 2… See more
Heart Disease Linked to Low Estrogen and Testosterone Levels
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2018
Low levels of estrogen and testosterone play a role in the development of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death among Americans. The link is to the most common type of heart disease, coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD develops when cholesterol and other substances accumulate along… See more
Which Genetic Health Risks Should I Worry About?
By Brett A. Wohler, MD
September 6, 2018
Have you heard about at-home kits that screen your genes for disease risk? All you do is send off a saliva sample to a company to find out whether you’re genetically predisposed to get certain illnesses. Doctors having been ordering genetic health-risk tests for years. What’s new is your ability… See more
An Unexpected Risk Factor for Dementia: Being Skinny Fat
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
August 17, 2018
Being Skinny Fat Raises Your Risk for Dementia
You may already know that cardiovascular disease, diabetes and depression are among the top risk factors for dementia. But so is being “skinny fat”, especially among older people… See more
How Exercise Helps Prevent Brain Shrinkage & Function
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
July 23, 2018
Exercise can help preserve brain function and prevent brain shrinkage or cerebral atrophy.
What's your risk for dementia and how can you lower it? Find answers in our brain health center. Gray hairs, wrinkles and an expanding waist line are common visual signs of aging. But there are also many hidden signs, like brain… See more

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