A Purpose in Life Might Lengthen Your Life

A Purpose in Life Might Lengthen Your Life

By Alan Mozes, WebMD MONDAY, Nov. 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Having a clear purpose in life could reduce your risk for premature death. That’s the conclusion of researchers who spent eight years tracking about 13,000 Americans over age 50. Those who considered their life particularly pu...

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Eat Healthy, Stay Fit, and Live Well Over 50

Eat Healthy, Stay Fit, and Live Well Over 50

By Sabrina Felson, MD, WebMD Eat Healthy Fats You already know that saturated fats are bad for your arteries and heart health. But they may also harm your concentration and memory. So cut down on the red meat, butter, and other such foods. Instead, add more fatty fish and fats from plants, like flax...

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Social Stress can Speed up Immune System Aging – New Research

Social Stress can Speed up Immune System Aging – New Research

By Eric Klopack, The Conversation As people age, their immune systems naturally begin to decline. This aging of the immune system, called immunosenescence, may be an important part of such age-related health problems as cancer and cardiovascular disease, as well as older people’s less effective resp...

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How to Choose a Nursing Home

How to Choose a Nursing Home

By National Institute on Aging A nursing home, also known as a skilled nursing facility, provides a wide range of health and personal care services. These services typically include nursing care, 24-hour supervision, three meals a day, and assistance with everyday activities. Rehabilitation services...

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