A study published in Annals of Family Medicine finds a strong connection between poor hydration and higher body mass index (BMI), as well as an increased risk of obesity. What the researchers did:They examined data from U.S. adults aged 18–64 using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2009–2012. Hydration status was measured […]
New research suggests that walking for just 10 minutes immediately after a main meal may help lower blood sugar levels more effectively than doing one extended walk later in the day. In a study involving people with type 2 diabetes, participants who walked for 10 minutes after each principal meal reduced their blood glucose by […]
It may feel tougher to stay sharp and retain information with age, and you’re not imagining it. As we get older, cognitive changes naturally emerge. Some studies suggest that memory decline can begin as early as age 30. Over time, slower information processing may create a kind of bottleneck: new information struggles to reach short-term […]
The holiday season carries so many chapters in our hearts, faith, traditions, laughter, delicious meals, and cherished times together. But when someone in our family lives with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the familiar glow of the holidays can feel fragile. With thoughtful care and compassion, though, the season can become a time of connection, warmth, and […]
