Senior Health Update Archives - Page 14 of 45

1-hour walk through nature lowers stress, research shows

Living in cities has been associated with higher rates of mental health disorders. A new study found that a 60-minute walk in nature decreases activity in brain regions involved in stress processing. Brain activity in...

Alzheimer’s: Older people who’ve had COVID-19 may be at significantly higher risk

According to a new study, the risk of older people developing Alzheimer’s disease over a one-year period nearly doubled following a COVID-19 diagnosis. The highest risk was observed in women ages 85 and older. Researchers...

Leaky gut: Green tea may help reduce gut inflammation, blood sugar

A new study became the first to assess whether green tea’s anti-inflammatory benefits in the gut could impact health risks linked to metabolic syndrome. The study shows consuming green tea extract may reduce blood sugar...

FDA approves drug Sotyktu for treatment of plaque psoriasis

The FDA has approved a new oral treatment, Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for plaque psoriasis, a chronic skin condition. In clinical trials, the new drug was more effective than the current most popular oral drug for the...

Can zero-calorie sweeteners raise your risk for cardiovascular disease?

A massive study involving French citizens that spanned more than a decade evaluated their use of artificial sweeteners. The observational study periodically checked the participants’ food and drink intake and had the participants regularly report...

Frequent napping may be a sign of higher risks of stroke, high blood pressure

Researchers in China found frequent napping may be a signal of higher risks of blood pressure and stroke. The findings suggest that individuals who sometimes or frequently napped had an increased risk of hypertension and...

How varicella and herpes viruses may interact to trigger Alzheimer’s

A new study finds that two very common viruses most people carry might interact to cause Alzheimer’s disease. Vaccines for one of the viruses appear to reduce the chances of developing Alzheimer’s. The research suggests that...

Potassium-rich foods boost women’s heart health

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Diets high in sodium increase a person’s risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. With the widespread consumption of processed foods, many people find it...

Hypertension: Cocoa flavanols may be able to reduce blood pressure

Cardiovascular health is essential to overall well-being and health. Risk factors for cardiovascular disease such as high blood pressure need to be promptly addressed to reduce the risk of further complications. People can also make...

Why sleeping in total darkness may be better for your health

Researchers have found that sleeping with even a tiny amount of light can impact one’s health. The findings suggest light exposure during sleep is linked to a higher risk of obesity, diabetes, and high blood...