Posts Tagged ‘Older Adults’

New Vitamin D recommendations for older men and women

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The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) has released a new position statement on Vitamin D for older adults which makes important recommendations for vitamin D nutrition from an evidence-based perspective.

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Vitamin D and Calcium Interplay Explored

Increasing calcium intake is a common–yet not always successful–strategy for reducing bone fractures. But a study supported in part by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) underscores the importance of vitamin D and its ability to help the body utilize calcium.

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How you think about your age may affect how you age

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The saying “You’re only as old as you feel” really seems to resonate with older adults, according to research from Purdue University.

“How old you are matters, but beyond that it’s your interpretation that has far-reaching implications for the process of aging,” said Markus H.

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Physical Activity = Reduced Cognitive Impairment In Elderly Population

Moderate or high physical activity appears to be associated with a lower the risk of developing cognitive impairment in older adults after a two-year period.

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Blueberry juice improves memory in older adults

Scientists are reporting the first evidence from human research that blueberries — one of the richest sources of healthful antioxidants and other so-called phytochemicals — improve memory.

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Exercise Is Good For You

Just three months of physical activity reaps heart health benefits for older adults with type 2 diabetes by improving the elasticity in their arteries — reducing risk of heart disease and stroke, Dr.

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