Known as inflammaging, this is one concept that contributes to aging. Many aging concepts are assumed as research shows we have many choices in how we age. Inflammaging refers to a continuous, low-grade inflammation due to many causes. Such chronic inflammatory responses could build up with time and gradually causes tissue damage. It is considered as […]
The world’s oldest person died in Japan at the age of 119. Kane Tanaka from Japan is believed to have been the world’s oldest person. She was born on January 2, 1903. Tanaka was confirmed by Guinness World Records in 2019 as the oldest living person. She died of old age at a hospital in […]
In the event that you realized my July newsletter wasn’t sent, it didn’t happen. In the past I’ve written about the sarcoma my husband developed in 2014. He never had limitations or pain. It remained stable in his upper right arm until this year (2023). He had immunotherapy last year and this sarcoma was declared […]
One out of five falls causes a serious injury such as broken bones or a head injury. Each year, 3 million older people are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries. Over 800,000 patients a year are hospitalized because of a fall injury, most often because of a head injury or hip fracture. Each year […]
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme, or molecule, found in all living cells, and it plays a vital role in energy metabolism. It also maintains proper cell functioning. It is particularly crucial for the functioning of our mitochondria, This is the engine in our cells that turn our food and oxygen into energy. The […]
If you are interested in making dietary changes remember that 60% of American adults have one or more diet-related chronic diseases. It is fairly common knowledge that a major aspect of good health is diet and exercise. Adhering to lifestyle change for the long-term can be challenging for many people. There are many ways […]
Ulcerative colitis is a condition in which the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum becomes inflamed. It is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Crohn disease is a related condition. CAUSES The cause is unknown. People with this condition sometimes have problems with their immune system. However, it is not clear if […]
Sister Madonna Buder completed her first triathlon at the age of 52. The first Ironman event was at the age of 55. Her training began at the age of 48. Forty years later, the “Iron Nun” is still going strong! She is now 92! Buder holds the current world record for the oldest woman to […]
Grip strength is related to and predictive of other health conditions, although the relationship is not fully known to be caused by advancing chronological age. Normal hand grip strength is positively related to normal bone mineral density in post-menopausal women. Some researchers suggest that poor grip strength to be a screening tool for women at […]
Biomarkers of aging can determine how well your chronological and biological age is progressing. Biomarkers are increasingly used to understand physiological changes as each year passes in human longevity. These changes include but are not limited to the development of diseases and illnesses. Some of the biomarkers are the cardiovascular system, metabolic processes, inflammation, activity […]
