Healthy and Happy Senior Living
This show helps seniors and caregivers live healthier, happier lives. With each episode, you'll discover the latest research, tools, and tips for enhancing every area of life.
Sweetner That Raises Stroke Risk, Disaster Prep Guide, So Much More
Research and articles shared in this episode include:
"Common Sweetener May Raise Stroke Risk by Altering Brain Cells". July 14, 2025. "NeuroscienceNews.com". Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/erythritol-stroke-neurology-29452/
"5 Research-Backed Ways to Keep Your Mind Nimble". July 11, 2025. "Superage.com". Link: https://superage.com/a-workout-for-your-most-important-muscle/
"How to prepare for a disaster". "Popular Science". July 9, 2025. Link: https://www.popsci.com/environment/how-to-prepare-for-a-disaster/?ck_subscriber_id=2494470823
"These Six Daily Immersive Experiences Lead to More Joy". July 11, 2025. "Superage.com". Link: https://superage.com/six-immersive-experiences-for-more-joy/
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"Wealthspan ensures you t...
Seniors' Guide to Intimacy by WebMD, 1-Thing to Slow Aging, Plus More
Research and articles featured in this episode include:
"Study: Doing This 1 Thing Every Week Can Help Slow Your Biological Aging". Health.com. Link: https://www.health.com/doing-this-1-thing-ever-week-can-slow-aging-8763973
"Simple life changes that can prevent your cognitive decline". "BBC Science Focus". Link: Â https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/life-changes-that-prevent-cognitive-decline
"Good genes are nice, but joy is better". "The Harvard Gazette". Link: https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/
"Doctors Are Changing Their Advice About Blood Sugar for Older People". "InsideHook.com". Link: h...
What Vitamin Can Slow Aging? Key Predictor of Cognitive Function - So Much More
In this episode, research and articles include:
"Want to Live to 115? Here’s What Research Says You Should Do".  May 19, 2025. NeuroscienceNews.com. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/lonevity-lifestyle-genetics-28975/
"Sense of purpose emerges as key predictor of cognitive functioning in older adults". Psypost.org. Link: https://www.psypost.org/sense-of-purpose-emerges-as-key-predictor-of-cognitive-functioning-in-older-adults/
"Vitamin D May Slow Biological Aging". NeuroscienceNews.com. May 21, 2025. Â Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/vitamin-d-telomeres-aging-29906/
"You and Your Pet Can Share Resistance to Certain Medications. Here’s How". 21 May, 2025. Newswise.com. Link: https://www.newswise.com/ar...
Show Announcement
In this episode you hear a special announcement by host Stephen Carter explaining why he's been absenct for a while, what the future holds for the show, and when it will return to it's regular release schedule.
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Best Senior Longevity Habit, New Elder Fraud Risk, More
Research and articles in this episode include:
"8 Revealing Everyday Documents You Never Knew You Should Shred". Reader's Digest Online. Link: https://www.rd.com/list/shred-documents/
"The Best Longevity Habit You’re Not Thinking About". Time.online. Link: https://time.com/7265427/how-to-improve-balance-exercise/
"Things That Keep Seniors Minds Sharp". ForSeniorsMag.com. Link: https://forseniorsmag.com/things-that-keep-seniors-minds-sharp/?#google_vignette
"Do diet and exercise hold the keys to longer, healthier lives?". MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/do-diet-and-exercise-hold-the-keys-to-longer-healthier-lives
"Elder Fraud in Focus"...
Slow Down Biological Aging, Visualization Can Speed Stroke Recovery, So Much More
Senior focused research and articles shared in this episode include:
"Mental Power: Transforming Stroke Recovery Through Visualisation". Dr. David R. Hamilton. Link: https://drdavidhamilton.com/mental-power-transforming-stroke-recovery-through-visualisation/?
"What can you do to prevent getting bird flu?". MedicalXpress.com. Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-01-bird-flu.html
"How to Prevent Slips and Falls This Winter". Consumer Reports. Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/outdoor-safety/how-to-prevent-slips-and-falls-this-winter-a4240801501/
"Keeping your phone clean can help prevent you from getting sick". "MedicalXpress.com". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025...
Seniors Being Trafficked, Breakthrough Alzheimer’s Treatment, Prevent Acid Reflux, and More
Topics, articles, and research findings shared in this episode include:
"Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Treatment Using Noninvasive Focused Ultrasound". Newwise.com. Link: https://www.newswise.com/articles/breakthrough-in-alzheimer-s-treatment-using-noninvasive-focused-ultrasound/
"The Breakthrough Role of Focused Ultrasound in Treating Alzheimer’s Disease". Link: https://www.fusfoundation.org/posts/the-breakthrough-role-of-focused-ultrasound-in-treating-alzheimers-disease/
"9 tiny habits that can boost memory and increase retention power". "Times of India". Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/9-tiny-habits-that-boost-memory-and-increase-retention-power/photostory/117297264.cms
"How to Avoid a Stooped Posture as You Age". "Consumer Reports". Link: http...
Can Coffee Lead to a Longer Life? 85 Year Study About Happiness - More
Research and articles about senior health and wellbeing include:
"Social Security Retirement Age Going Up In 2025: What It Means In MD". "Patch.com". Link: https://patch.com/maryland/belair/md-social-security-retirement-age-change-2025
"Coffee may help prolong lifespan by almost 2 years, on average". "MedicalNewsToday.com". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/coffee-may-help-prolong-lifespan-by-almost-2-years-on-average
"Not money, not fame: An 85-year-long study shows what makes us happiest". "MSN.com". Link: https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/not-money-not-fame-an-85-year-long-study-shows-what-makes-us-happiest/ar-AA1q2xEc
"Holiday stress can lead Alzheimer's patients...
Increase Heart and Brain Health in 4 Minutes a Day, Increase Happiness in 10 Minutes a Day, and More Research
Research and articles highlighted in this episode include:
"Drinking plenty of water helps with a variety of conditions from obesity to migraines, researchers find". From "MedicalXpress.com". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-11-plenty-variety-conditions-obesity-migraines.html
"This 1 tiny to-do can boost your happiness today, therapist says—and it only takes 10 minutes". CNBC.com. Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/30/this-1-simple-task-will-boost-your-happiness-it-only-takes-10-minutes.html
"Do these 3 things to feel happier today—they take less than 10 minutes". "CNBC.com". Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/15/3-ways-to-boost-your-happiness-todaythey-take-just-10-minutes.html
"Harv...
Secret to a Longer, Happier Life According to Ancient Roman and Greek Physicians, Pistachios and Eye Health, More...
Research and articles shared in this episode include:
"The secret to living a longer, healthier life—according to the ancients". MedicalXpress.com. Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-11-secret-longer-healthier-life-ancients.html#google_vignette
"Faster Biological Aging Linked to Ultra-Processed Foods". NeuroscienceNews.com. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/biological-aging-processed-food-27986/
"Could taking fish oil supplements help lower cancer risk?". MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/taking-fish-oil-supplements-omega-3-omega-6-help-lower-cancer-risk
"Could eating a handful of pistachios daily help improve eye health?". MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.me...
Fix Sinus Troubles, What to Know About Longterm Care Insurance, So Much More
Articles and research for senior wellbeing in this episode:
"Too much coffee, soda may raise stroke risk, while tea may reduce it". "MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/too-much-coffee-soda-may-raise-stroke-risk-tea-may-reduce
"Diet could relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms by restoring gut balance". "MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/diet-could-relieve-rheumatoid-arthritis-symptoms-by-restoring-gut-balance
"Does Stress Lead to Premature Hair Graying?". NewuoscienceNews.com. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/stress-graying-genetics-27797/
"Falls may increase dementia risk in older adults, study finds". MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles...
Can You Slow Biological Aging? Financial Guidance for Single Seniors, Brain Exercises, Much More
Research and articles shared in this episode include:
"Best and Worst States to Retire". From "BottomLineInc. Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/money/retirement-living/best-and-worst-states-to-retire
"Aging Alone? Financial Planning for Singles". "BottomLineInc". Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/money/financial-planning/aging-alone-financial-planning-for-singles
"The Mediterranean diet is all the rage because it represents a way of life we've lost".
"MedicalXpress". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-08-mediterranean-diet-rage-life-weve.html
"How physical fitness and lifestyle impact biological aging". "Medicalxpress". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-08-physical-lifestyle-impact-biological-aging.html<...
Social Security Projected Increase - Getting Rid of Neck Pain - Happiness Habits and More
In this episode you discover research and articles focused on Social Security changes, getting rid of neck pain, enhancing happiness, and more. Here are the resources discussed in the show:
"How to Transition Your Social Security Account to Login.gov". Social Security Adminstration. Link: https://blog.ssa.gov/how-to-transition-your-social-security-account-to-login-gov/
"Here's How Much We Expect Social Security to Go Up in 2025". MSN.com. Link: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/retirement/here-s-how-much-we-expect-social-security-to-go-up-in-2025/ar-BB1qsKSX
"Will Your Social Security Benefit Increase if You're Working and Claiming at the Same...
5 Foods to Prevent Stroke, Can Your Mind Heal Your Body, So Much More
In this episode you'll discover recent research findings shared in a variety of publications about health, happiness, and wellbeing of seniors. Articles in this episode include:
"What Are Foods That Prevent Stroke?". From "Healthline.com". Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/stroke/foods-that-prevent-stroke
"Learn to Recognize the Signs of a Stroke". From Healthline.com. Link: Â https://www.healthline.com/health/stroke/stroke-warning-signs
"Older Adults Reveal The Things They're Simply "Getting Too Old" To Deal With Anymore". Story by Raven Ishak / BuzzFeed. Huff Post and MSN.com. L...
Financial Help for Medical Care, Little Known Resources for Seniors, So Much More
Research and articles shared in this episode include:
"Elder fraud has reached epidemic proportions – a geriatrician explains what older Americans need to know". "Conversation.com". Link: https://theconversation.com/elder-fraud-has-reached-epidemic-proportions-a-geriatrician-explains-what-older-americans-need-to-know-230754?Â
"CR's Ultimate Heat Survival Guide". "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/home-garden/weather-safety/ultimate-heat-survival-guide-a1009759345/
"How to Get Financial Help for Your Medical Condition". "BottomLineInc". Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/money/medical-expenses/get-financial-help-for-your-medical-condition
"Surprising Collectibles Worth Big Now". "BottomLineInc". Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/life/entertainment/surprising-collectibles-worth-big-now
"Maximum Contribution to...
Best Activity for a Long Life, Harvard Looks at Immortality, So Much More
Senior health research for this episode include:
"The BEST physical activity for a LONG LIFE (it's not what you think)". Â YouTube video by CBLeeMD. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCQu5sZzoAI
Stephanie Griffin, CNN. "Opinion: I asked several people well past retirement age why they keep working. Here’s what they told me". Link: https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/17/opinions/seniors-working-past-retirement-aging-roundup-griffith/index.html
"Aging’s Science Explored: Is Immortality Possible?". NeuroscienceNews.com. https://neurosciencenews.com/immortality-aging-longevity-26136/
"The Secrets to Cleaner, Healthier Teeth". "Consumer Repor...
Guidance for Caregivers From An ICU Nurse, Preventing Dementia, So Much More
Articles and research shared in this episode include:
"The new retirement is no retirement: Baby boomers are keeping jobs well into their sixties and seventies because they ’like going to work’". "Yahoo! Finance" - originally from "Fortune". Link: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/retirement-no-retirement-baby-boomers-160306854.html?guccounter=1
"Family caregivers can help shape the outcomes for their loved ones—an ICU nurse explains their vital role". "MedicalXpress.com. April 10, 2024. Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-family-caregivers-outcomes-icu-nurse.html
"40% of Alzheimer’s Cases Are Preventable — How You Can Reduce Your Risk, According to an Expert". "NiceN...
Reduce Dementia Risk, 12 Positive Golden Facts About Getting Older, Lift and Carry Safely, So Much More
Research and articles for this episode include:
"A Huge New Study Found That a Popular Diet Is Linked With a 91% Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Death—Here's What Cardiologists Say". "Parade" and "Yahoo!life". Link: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/huge-study-found-popular-diet-102500104.html
"12 Golden Facts About Getting Older". "Interesting Facts". Link: https://www.interestingfacts.com/growing-older-facts/ZGwYTt0vtAAIdfh-
"Stress and Trauma Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s". "Neuroscience News". Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/stress-trauma-alzheimers-25850/
"5 Strategies to Lift and Carry Without Injuring Yourself". "Consumer Reports". Link: http...
Most Important Blood Tests, Fall Asleep When Your Mind Won't Rest, So Much More
Articles and research highlighted in this episode include:
"How to Fall Asleep When Your Mind Won't Rest"; "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/sleeping/how-to-fall-asleep-when-your-mind-wont-rest-a3069995614/
"6 Important Blood Tests"; "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/blood-test/important-blood-tests-a3698124700/
"FDA allowing labels that claim yogurt can help reduce type 2 diabetes risk"; "MedicalNewsToday". https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/fda-allowing-labels-that-claim-yogurt-can-help-reduce-type-2-diabetes-risk
"What is age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?"; Â "MedicalNewsToday". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/152105#types
"Can Fiber Improve Cognition in t...
Smart Ideas to Avoid Falls, Improve Brain Health, So Much More
Research and articles shared in this episode include:
"Older adults rely more on trust in decision-making. It could open them up to scams". "MedicalXpress", February 12, 2024. Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-02-older-adults-decision-scams.html
"Breakthrough in Battling Noise-Induced Hearing Loss". "NeuroscienceNews.com". February 12, 2024. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/zinc-noise-hearing-loss-25602/
""How Mediterranean and MIND diets could improve cognitive health". "MedicalNewsToday.com". February 11, 2024. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-mediterranean-and-mind-diets-could-improve-cognitive-health
"How many calories should I eat a day?". "MedicalNewsToday.com". "MedicalNewsToday.com". December 21, 2023. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/245588
"Heartburn: Why it...
How to Disrupt Pathways of Aging, a Sweet Way to Potentially Lower High Blood Pressure, So Much More
Articles and studies shared in this episode include:
"Disrupt the 11 Pathways of Aging". "Bottom Line, Inc. Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/health/aging/disrupt-the-11-pathways-of-aging
"Give Foot Pain the Boot". Bottom Line, Inc. Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/health/pain/give-foot-pain-the-boot
"Rheumatoid arthritis: 30-minute session of exercise may help lower blood pressure". "MedicalNewstoday.com". https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/rheumatoid-arthritis-30-minute-aerobic-exercise-help-lower-systolic-blood-pressure
"Could dark chocolate have a blood pressure-lowering effect?". "MedicalNewsToday.com". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/dark-chocolate-hypertension-blood-pressure-lowering-effect
"Why dancing may...
Supplements That Can Supercharge Your Health, Hearing Aids Can Lower Mortality Risk, New Gas Station Scam, So Much More
Here are the articles / studies focused on senior wellbeing shared in this episode:
"Tips for being realistic with New Year's health resolutions". "MedicalXpress.com". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-01-realistic-year-health-resolutions.html
"Wearing Hearing Aids May Reduce Mortality Risk". "NeuroscienceNews.com". Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/longevity-hearing-aid-25419/
"Most Popular Articles in Consumer Reports Health for 2023". "ConsumerReports.com. Link: https://view.email.consumerreports.org/messages/1704038638758e2dd0ca9332f/raw
"How to Protect Your Credit Score After You Retire". "BottomLineInc.com". Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com...
Fall Asleep Faster and Easier, Cold Meds Removed From Shelves, Home Health Care, So Much More
Research articles discussed in this episode include:
"What to know about home care services". "MedicalXpress.com". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-12-home.html
"What Should You Think About to Fall Asleep Faster?". "Greater Good Magazine". Link: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/what_should_you_think_about_to_fall_asleep_faster
"Best Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors of 2023". "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/home-garden/smoke-carbon-monoxide-detectors/best-smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-detectors-of-the-year-a9237799621/
"Why you might not find your favorite cold meds at the pharmacy". "MedicalXpress.com". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-12-favorite-cold-meds-pharmacy.html
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Heart Health, Early Signs of Gluten Intolerance, Cognitive Health, Reduce Colon Cancer Risk, So Much More
This episode includes summaries of research for senior health and psychological wellbeing including:
"FDA warns consumers not to purchase or use certain eye drops from several major brands due to risk of eye infection". Link: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-warns-consumers-not-purchase-or-use-certain-eye-drops-several-major-brands-due-risk-eye#eyedrops
Tech for Seniors - Tech for Senior website: https://www.techforsenior.com/ Note: It's "senior" not seniors.
"Body fat percentage charts for men and women". From "MedicalNewsToday". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/body-fat-percentage-chart
"Vitamin D dose guidance may not be high enough for heart health". From "MedicalNewsToday". Link...
Activities Better Than Sitting for Longer Life, Aspirin and Colon Health, Avoid Becoming a Crime Victim, So Much More
Articles and topics in this episode include:
"How to Tell If Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Are Right for You". "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/hearing-aids/are-over-the-counter-hearing-aids-are-right-for-you-a5872519062/
"A Third of Chocolate Products Are High in Heavy Metals, CR's Tests Find". "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-safety/a-third-of-chocolate-products-are-high-in-heavy-metals-a4844566398/
"Your Guide to Better Dental Health as You Age". "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/dental-oral-care/your-guide-to-better-dental-health-as-you-age-a4998034165/
"How to Tell If Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Are Right for You". "Consumer Reports". Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/hearing-aids...
Foods to Help Control High Blood Pressure, Psychological Protection for Images of Gaza Conflict, So Much More
Article and research for this episode includes:
"As atrocities in Gaza and Israel unfold, psychiatrists give advice on coping". "MedicalXpress". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-10-atrocities-gaza-israel-unfold-psychiatrists.html
"Greater Good Resources for Peace and Conflict". "Greater Good Magizine". Link:
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/greater_good_resources_for_peace_and_conflict
"New study gives hope to patients with medically unexplained physical symptoms". "MedicalXpress". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-10-patients-medically-unexplained-physical-symptoms.html
"In Pursuit of Happiness: What Works Best for You?". "Greater Good Magazine". https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/in...
1 Critical Thing to Keep Alzheimer's Symptoms at Bay, Music and Health, Enjoy Better Posture, & More
Easily understood research articles shared in this episode include:
"There's One Critical Thing We Can Do to Keep Alzheimer's Symptoms at Bay". "Science Alert". Link: https://www.sciencealert.com/theres-one-critical-thing-we-can-do-to-keep-alzheimers-symptoms-at-bay
"Weight loss drugs like Ozempic may lead to stomach paralysis and pancreatitis". "Medical News Today". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/weight-loss-drugs-like-ozempic-may-lead-to-stomach-paralysis-and-pancreatitis
"Which illnesses could be an early sign of diabetes?". "Medical News Today". https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/which-illnesses-could-be-an-early-sign-of-diabetes
"Low muscle mass may increase death risk among people with diabetes". "Medical News Today". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/low-muscle-mass-may-increase-death-risk-among-people-with-diabetes
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Vitamin D and Heart Health, Insomnia Relief, New Parkinson's Discovery, So Much More
Articles and research shared in this episode includes:
"5 Best At-Home Vitamin Deficiency Tests for 2023". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/vitamin-deficiency-test
"Is it normal to forget words while speaking?". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-09-words.html
"Newly discovered trigger for Parkinson's may lead to better treatment avenues". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/newly-discovered-trigger-for-parkinsons-may-lead-to-better-treatment-avenues
"Studies show that what you think about before sleep, influences how you sleep". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-09-studies-show-that-what-you.html
"Volunteering Later in Life Could Boost Your Brain, Study Finds: Here Are 7 Ways to...
Social Security Increase Likely Larger Than Originally Estimated, New Alzheimer's Drug, So Much More
Articles and information shared in this episode include:
"2024’s Social Security COLA increase may be larger than previously estimated: How much can beneficiaries expect?". Link: https://www.8newsnow.com/news/national-news/2024s-social-security-cola-increase-may-be-larger-than-previously-estimated-how-much-can-beneficiaries-expect/"Medigap: What You Need to Know". Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/money/medical-expenses/medigap-what-you-need-to-know"Hobbies linked to lower depression levels among older people". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-09-hobbies-linked-depression-older-people.htm"Healthy Habits Are Key to Curbing Depression’s Hold". Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/healthy-lifestyle-depression-23915/"Dementia risk increases among older adults who sit for 10 hours a day". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/sedentary-lifestyle-dementia-risk"Too much iron in b...
Tell-Tale Signs a Heart Attack is Coming a Day Ahead - Can Your Watch Band Make You Sick? - So Much More
Discover the latest research for enhancing seniors health and emotional wellbeing. This episode features research on heart health, Parkinson's, memory, and so much more.
Research summaries discussed in this episode include:
"Scientists Find There's Usually a Telltale Sign the Day Before a Heart Attack". Link: https://www.yahoo.com/news/scientists-theres-usually-telltale-sign-142836467.html
"How stress affects cancer risk". Link: https://www.mdanderson.org/publications/focused-on-health/how-stress-affects-cancer-risk.h21-1589046.html#:
"Heart health: How a produce prescription for fruits, vegetables can help". Link:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/heart-health-how-a-produce-prescription-for-fruits-vegetables-linked-can-help
"Could...
Symptoms Seniors Can’t Afford to Ignore, Improve Heart and Brain Health, Ever So Much More
In this episode, we look at research findings about senior health to include:
"Symptoms Seniors Can’t Afford to Ignore"; Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/senior-health-symptoms"12 Ways to Expand Your Social Life After 50"; Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/ways-to-expand-your-social-life-for-older-people"Type 2 diabetes: Ultra-processed foods may cancel out benefits of Mediterranean diet"; Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/type-2-diabetes-ultra-processed-foods-mediterranean-diet"Kombucha may help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes"; Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/kombucha-may-help-control-blood-sugar-in-type-2-diabetes"Could eating strawberries daily improve heart and brain health?"; Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/could-eating-strawberries-daily-improve-heart-and-brain-health"Constipation linked to higher risk of co...
Veterans Affairs Recommends Low Back Pain Relief Method, Brain and Heart Health, So Much More
Discover U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs non-surgical, non-medication back pain relief method recommendation. Articles and guides shared in this episode include:
"Know the Science: How Medications and Supplements Can Interact"; NIH's National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Link: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/know-science/how-medications-and-supplements-can-interact/introduction?nav=govd"Conceptual Linking: How Pain Avoidance Can Spread to Safe Activities"; "NeuroScience News". Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/pain-avoidance-task-linking-23618/"Placebo just as effective as opioids for lower back and neck pain, study finds"; "Medical News Today". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/opioids-about-as-effective-as-placebo-for-lower-back-and-neck-pain-study-finds"Mindfulness Meditation for Chronic Low...
Stephen Covey's Secret for Senior Happiness, Caring for the Caregiver, So Much More
Articles and insights you'll discover in this episode:
"Exercise Eases Arthritis Pain"; Bottom Line, Inc. Link: https://www.bottomlineinc.com/life/exercise-fitness/exercise-eases-arthritis-pain
"Childhood Reading Habits Boost Brain and Mental Health in Teens"; Neuroscience News, June 28, 2023; Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/child-reading-teen-mental-health-23545/
"Whole-food, plant-based diet linked to type 2 diabetes remission"; Medical News Today, June 27, 2023; Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/whole-food-plant-based-diet-linked-to-type-2-diabetes-remission
"Family caregivers who receive a high level of care from a family doctor found to have lower stress levels"; Medical Express, June 26, 2023; Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-06-family-caregivers-high-doctor-stress...
Jiving into Joy - Diet and Brain Power - So Much More
Research based articles for senior health and happiness include:
"Jiving into Joy: Dance Sessions Elevate Health and Well-being in 85+ Age Group": NeuroscienceNews.com. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/dance-aging-health-233426/
"Aging: Could a moderate protein diet be the key to youth?"; MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/aging-could-a-moderate-protein-diet-be-the-key-to-youth
"Almond yogurt is the dairy alternative with the most nutrients, study finds"; MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/almond-yogurt-is-the-dairy-alternative-with-the-most-nutrients-study-finds
"How does nasal spray treatment for dry eye disease work?"; MedicalNewsToday.com. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/dry-eye-nasal-spray-treatment
"Can consuming...
Lower Dementia Risk With Just the Right Amount of Online Activity and So Much More Healthy Goodness
Can you reduce dementia risk with Internet activity? According to a new study, indeed you can. But, there is a "sweet spot" for time spent online. Beyond that daily time, dementia risk increases.
Health and happiness studies and articles in this episode include:
- "An epigenetic approach to modulating aging with nutrition and exercise"; "Medical Express", May 10, 2023. Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-05-epigenetic-approach-modulating-aging-nutrition.html
- "11 traits of people who are genuinely content with their lives". Link: "IdeaPod.com. https://ideapod.com/traits-of-people-who-are-genuinely-content-with-their-lives/.
- "Understanding self-directed ageism". "MedicalExpress" May 4, 2023. Link...
Improve Brain Health, Glaucoma Care, Diet and Stroke, Plus So Much More
Articles featured in this episode:
"Type 2 diabetes and cognitive decline: Is Tai chi more effective than walking?"; "Medical News Today"; April 17, 2023. Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/type-2-diabetes-and-cognitive-decline-is-tai-chi-more-effective-than-walking
"Does glaucoma cause blindness?"; April 14, 2023; "Medical News Today"; Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/does-glaucoma-cause-blindness
"What is the best diet for stroke patients?"; April 18, 2023; "Medical News Today". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/diet-for-stroke-patient
"'Relaxed' A1c OK for Mitigating Dementia Risk in Older Diabetes Patients"; April 17, 2023; "MedPage Today"; Link: https://www.medpagetoday.com/endocrinology/diabetes/104062
"What to know about the...
Coffee and Diabetes, Heart Health and Walnuts, and So Much More
Articles and research summaries shared in this episode:
"How coffee helps lower type 2 diabetes risk: New clues on mechanism". From "MedicalNewsToday". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/new-research-reveals-a-potential-mechanism-for-how-coffee-may-reduce-the-risk-of-type-2-diabetes
"Modulating heart rate oscillation affects plasma amyloid beta and tau levels in younger and older adults". From "Nature.com". Link: Modulating heart rate oscillation affects plasma amyloid beta and tau levels in younger and older adults
"Walnuts for heart health: Effect on the gut may be key". From "MedicalNewsToday". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/walnuts-for-heart-health-effect-on-the-gut-may-be-key
"An umbrella review of randomized control trials...
Scammers Using AI to Steal From Seniors, How to Avoid Falls, So Much More
Articles and stories shared in this episode:
"Scammers are using AI voices to steal millions by impersonating loved ones": Link: https://www.androidauthority.com/ai-voice-scams-3293324
"How to Fall Asleep When Your Mind Won't Rest": Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/sleeping/how-to-fall-asleep-when-your-mind-wont-rest-a3069995614/
"Heart-healthy lifestyle linked to longer life free of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cancer": Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/aha-lifes-essential-8-heart-healthy-lifestyle-longevity-t2d-cancer
"How to WALK to prevent Falls": Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4pPyE1P74M
"Smart sock alerts older people to risk of...
500 Steps to Better Heart Health and So Much More
Articles and related information shared in this episode include:
Important note: Always consult your medical doctor before engaging in any exercise activity.
- "Cardiovascular disease: Taking 500 more steps each day may help lower risk": Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/cardiovascular-disease-taking-500-more-steps-each-day-may-help-lower-risk
- "160 million years of life lost to obesity in 2019": Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-03-million-years-life-lost-obesity.html
- "Group exercise program for older adults led to more independent exercise despite pandemic restrictions, study finds": Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-03-group-older-adults-independent-pandemic.html
- "Self-monitoring physical activity matters, according...
How to Care for The Most Important Nerve in Your Body and So Much More
Articles and stores shared in this episode:
- "Medicare Plan Commissions May Steer Beneficiaries to Wrong Coverage". Link: https://www.medpagetoday.com/special-reports/features/103306
- "8 best CBD products for pain management in 2023". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/best-cbd-for-pain-management#_noHeaderPrefixedContent
- "Purple vegetables and tubers may have superior anti-diabetic properties". Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/purple-vegetables-and-tubers-may-have-superior-anti-diabetic-properties
- "How Sleep Impacts Cognition, Memory, and Dementia". Link: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psychiatry-and-sleep/202302/how-sleep-impacts-cognition-memory-and-dementia
- "Lower Dementia Incidence Linked With Vitamin D Supplements". Link: https://www.medpagetoday.com...
