Gut Factor: New Research Ties Fiber Prebiotics To Improved Cognition
March 13, 2024
We’ve touted the benefits of upping your fiber intake for several years. While your immediate thoughts about fiber may veer toward the relief of constipation, in fact, that’s only one of many benefits that fiber in your diet brings about. Dietary fiber is associated with a host of health benefits,…
Joint Review: Some Basics On Keeping Your Joints Pain-Free As You Age
February 14, 2024
If you’re reading agebuzz, it’s likely that you or someone you love has experienced joint pain. Although everyone has approximately 350 joints (a joint exists wherever 2 bones in your body meet), wear and tear from aging, overuse, or trauma means that older adults usually suffer more joint pain than…
Slow It Down: Extend Your Health Span By Slowing Down Your Biological Aging
November 8, 2023
No doubt you know that people are living longer these days than in previous decades, something of a public health success for our country. In fact, the average life span of an American these days is 79 years and there’s a growing cohort of older adults who now live much…
Skin Tight: How To Care For Your Aging Skin
October 11, 2023
No one needs reminding that your skin is often the most visible sign that you’re aging. Whether it’s wrinkles and creases on your face, dry skin on your arms, or spots or bruises on your hands or legs, your skin is a visible reminder that the clock is ticking in…
The Case Is Clear: A Healthy Diet Is Directly Tied To Healthier Aging
May 17, 2023
If you’ve harbored any doubts about the value of a healthy diet for healthier aging, it’s time to put those aside. Having built the case with all of our previous posts, and now with even more new evidence reported, it’s clear that diet is one of the primary determinants of…
Go Nuts: Your Diet (And Health) Will Benefit From Added Nuts
April 5, 2023
Regular agebuzz readers are aware of the physical and cognitive health benefits derived from adhering to a healthy diet. Among the most recognized and recommended diets is the Mediterranean diet, which primarily consists of fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, whole grains, lean proteins, legumes, seeds, and nuts. While not everyone consistently…