Aging

What sets ‘SuperAgers’ apart? Their unusually large neurons.

Researchers autopsied 24 brains, including six from people known as “SuperAgers.” They found that SuperAgers had larger neurons than people almost 60 years their junior. They noted that further research is needed to understand how larger neurons are linked to preserved memory capacity in SuperAgers. Memory capacity typically declines with age. Around 40%Trusted Source of people aged
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12 ways to keep your brain young

Every brain changes with age, and mental function changes along with it. Mental decline is common, and it’s one of the most feared consequences of aging. But cognitive impairment is not inevitable. Here are 12 ways you can help maintain brain function. 1. Get mental stimulation Through research with mice and humans, scientists have found
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8 Reasons to Eat More Sweet Potatoes (Plus Tons of Recipe Ideas)

By Kristen Mccaffrey Sweet potatoes are versatile, delicious, and packed with health benefits. Learn all about these nutrient packed spuds and find recipes for side dishes, soups, salads, entrees, and more. The Ultimate Guide to Sweet Potatoes including nutritional info, healthy benefits, how to cook it, and tons of delicious recipes. https://1ab375695031a984b7bb5b02c46e3dc5.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html No matter what you
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7 Incredible Benefits of Lifting Weights That Have Nothing to Do With Building Muscle

Boost your mood, reduce back pain, and much more! By Tiffany Ayuda Mike HarringtonGetty Images We hate to sound like a broken record, but it really is crucial to incorporate lifting weights into your workout regimen. In fact, when it comes to exercise for older adults, strength training actually trumps cardio because preserving muscle is
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Fruits and Vegetables Are Trying to Kill You

Antioxidant vitamins don’t stress us like plants do—and don’t have their beneficial effect. Nautilus Moises Velasquez-Manoff Illustration by John Hendrix. You probably try to exercise regularly and eat right. Perhaps you steer toward “superfoods,” fruits, nuts, and vegetables advertised as “antioxidant,” which combat the nasty effects of oxidation in our bodies. Maybe you take vitamins
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Health Benefits of Collagen

Oral collagen supplements have been shown to improve skin hydration and elasticity for older people. They might also help to lessen wrinkles. Thicker Hair While more men go bald, many women also experience hair loss or thinning as they age. In one study, a group of women with thinning hair saw significant increases in their
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Keeping Fit: How to Do the Right Exercise for Your Age

As we get older, our bodies benefit from different types of exercise. Here’s a guide for all ages. The Conversation Julie Broderick Photo by zhu difeng/Shutterstock. The effect of exercise on health is profound. It can protect you from a range of conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. But the type
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