It’s no secret that cardiovascular problems during our middle and latter years can cause cognitive decline as we age. However, a new study shows that high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and elevated blood sugars in early adulthood are also linked to cognitive deficits later in life. The study started with over 3000 people between […]
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that higher blood glucose levels may increase the likelihood of dementia. This statement holds true even for those who do not have diabetes but consistently exhibit higher than average blood sugar. The ability to stay physically active is an important component to controlling blood […]
What we won’t do for ourselves, our doctors, our loved ones, or hot romantic prospects, it appears we will do for our dogs: Exercise. Our doctors can endlessly exhort us to exercise, but a study published in Anthrozoos: A Multidisciplinary Journal of the Interactions of People & Animals, shows that what it really takes to […]
As we age, our sleep needs change. The National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to nine hours of sleep for most adults aged 18 to 64. Although this can vary depending on individual health and lifestyle, some may feel rested with six hours, while others might need closer to nine hours. It’s a popular myth that […]
