Nancy Griffin
A Mediterranean Diet Can Ease Symptoms of Stress and Anxiety
Study showed when older people adhered to a Mediterranean diet their symptoms of stress and anxiety declined regardless of their age,...
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Nancy Griffin
May 262 min read
Resistance Training Good for the Brain as Well as the Body
Lifting Weights improves brain function, slows down cognitive decline and lessen depressive symptoms. Studies indicate that resistance...
Nancy Griffin
May 263 min read
Ultra Processed Foods Associated with Cognitive and Stroke Risks
Researchers found that a 10% increase in the amount of ultra-processed foods eaten was associated with a 16% higher risk of cognitive...
Nancy Griffin
May 252 min read
Hugs Can Relieve Pain, Anxiety, and Depression, New Study Finds
Touch administered by objects such as social robots, stuffed animals, and body pillows also showed a measurable positive effect, albeit...
Nancy Griffin
May 112 min read
Physical Activity in Nature Prevents Chronic Diseases, Saves Costs
At reported volumes of nature-based physical activity in the UK, the researchers estimate exercise in nature prevented 12,763 cases of...
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Mar 173 min read
Get up and Move! New Study Shows Sedentary Behavior Increases Mortality Risk
Risk of death increased by 30% for older women who sit for 11.7 hours or more per day, regardless of whether they exercise vigorously....
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Feb 242 min read
Sleep Enhances Complex Memory Integration
Research demonstrates that sleep not only strengthens weak connections between different elements of an event but also fosters new links...
Nancy Griffin
Feb 52 min read
Third Spaces Key to Healthy Social Connections
Providing a sense of belonging and social connectedness, third spaces help people build individual and collective identities outside...
Nancy Griffin
Dec 16, 20233 min read
Vigorous Physical Activity Can Lower Risk of Dementia Deaths
New study show participating in vigorous physical activity reduces Alzheimer’s disease-related death compared to moderate physical...
Nancy Griffin
Dec 16, 20232 min read
Hearing Loss Associated with Subtle Brain Changes
Increased dementia risk associated with hearing impairment may come from compensatory brain changes Hearing loss affects more than 60% of...
Nancy Griffin
Nov 16, 20233 min read
Following the American Heart Association's “Life’s Essential 8” May Slow Biological Aging by 6 Years
Eating better, being more active, quitting tobacco, getting healthy sleep, managing weight, and controlling cholesterol, blood sugar and...
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Oct 28, 20232 min read
Purpose and Meaningful Engagement are Keys to Aging Well
McKinsey Health Institute analysis shows older adults are happier and healthier when they engage more in society A recent McKinsey Health...
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Oct 27, 20232 min read
Two Thirds of Older Americans Regret Not Taking Care of their Health Earlier
Results also show that while most seniors tend to follow their doctor’s orders (79%), 14% will stray from their advice. The most common...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 18, 20233 min read
The Magic of Massage for Aging Well
48% of all massage consumers got their last massage for health and wellness reasons. Despite numerous studies proving the power of touch...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20235 min read
Six Shifts Needed for Healthy Aging
This analysis by McKinsey Health Institute recognizes many people will live from two to three decades past their retirement age, where...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20233 min read
Horticultural Therapy Provides Measurable Benefits for Cognitive Impairment
Studies show that the use of plants, horticultural activities, and the natural environment to improve well-being, can reduce apathy and...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20233 min read
Quality Relationships Key to Overcoming "Social Frailty"
Those who are socially frail don’t have close relationships, can’t rely on others for help, aren’t active in community groups or...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Yale Study Shows Positive Age Beliefs Contribute to Recovery from Mild Cognitive Impairment
Findings suggest that age-belief interventions at individual and societal levels could increase the number of people who experience...
Nancy Griffin
Sep 16, 20233 min read
U.S. News & World Report Releases Aging in Place with Assistive Tech Survey 2023
More than half (53%) of U.S. adults age 55 and older use some type of assistive or health-related technology. The two most widely used...
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Sep 16, 20233 min read
Strong Social Network is Crucial for Brain Health
Study shows social isolation can potentially harm brain structure and cognitive performance, suggesting an increased risk of dementia. A...
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