By John Anderer Tart juice made from Montmorency cherries, the most common type of tart cherries grown in the United States, has long been used to treat a variety of health problems such as gout or sleeplessness. A recent study conducted at the University of…
Data indicates 61 percent of patients who used cannabis began after age 60 With growing interest in its potential health benefits and new legislation favoring legalization in more states, cannabis use is becoming more common among older adults. University of California San Diego School of…
Like the very young, senior populations are uniquely vulnerable to illness during cold and flu season. Many are immunocompromised and, for those living in nursing homes or who are in and out of medical settings, exposures can be high. Despite their increased risk of infection,…
By John Anderer If you’ve been avoiding the gym because you feel like you should have gotten started years ago, a new study conducted in England may be just the extra bit of motivation you’re looking for. Researchers from The University of Birmingham have found…
New study suggests exercise is good for the aging brain Exercise seems to endow a wealth of benefits, from the release of happiness-inducing hormones to higher physical fitness. New research shows it may provide a boost to the mind too. University of Iowa researchers have…
