Alternative Therapies

While we know that cannabis use has risen among older adults in recent years, many in the medical community continue to warn about some of the hazards and concerns that may accompany such use, especially as data to support the potential benefits of cannabis is lacking in many respects. A…

It’s likely that most of us have a favorite song or musical artist from our younger days. But what about today? Are you still listening to your favorite songs from days gone by? Have you discovered new artists you enjoy? Have you become a Taylor Swift devotee or are you…

So maybe you took a dreaded fall not that long ago, or ended up undergoing the knee replacement you put off for so long. Or maybe you just find yourself more stiff and achy due to osteoarthritis in your knee or hip. Or maybe you just can’t rid yourself of…

Given the mounting skepticism about the health benefits of so many supplements, it’s probably no surprise that prescription statins are found to be the most effective means of lowering cholesterol. In an important new study examining the use of statins to lower cholesterol versus the health value of 6 common…

Despite the popularity of word games, crossword puzzles, and other brain challenges, we’ve reported that the scientific evidence that such games boost and improve cognitive function and memory is mixed. Nonetheless, there’s a lot of support for “exercising” your mind just as you undertake physical activity in order to support…

It’s probably no surprise to read that yoga is considered an excellent way to help both your mind and body age in a healthy way. With its emphasis on deliberate physical poses and movement, accompanied by a focus on breathing and mindfulness, yoga is considered a valuable way to strengthen…