As people age, it is normal to have concerns about maintaining good memory function. Practicing good general health habits and keeping the mind active can help preserve and protect memory.
A study that tracked healthy older men for several years found that overzealous pursuit of household chores and activities was responsible for an increased risk of falling.
A pedometer is an inexpensive tool that can be an effective motivator to encourage walking more.
You mentioned Centrum Cardio, a new multivitamin supplement that supposedly lowers cholesterol. Taking two tablets a day would deliver 25 micrograms of vitamin K. Is it wise to recommend this product for someone taking warfarin or other anticoagulants?
Expectations for vitamin E’s ability to protect the body against illness and disease have not been met, but certain types of vitamin E may have more effective antioxidant properties than others.
I heard about a study that found people who sleep six and a half to seven hours a night will live longer than those sleeping eight to nine. What is the right amount of sleep?
Research appears to support the idea that a regular dose of vitamin D helps improve strength and balance in older people, which helps reduce the incidence of falls.
A study found that women at high risk for cardiovascular disease did not benefit from taking B vitamins, even though they lowered levels of homocysteine, which at high levels has been linked to cardiovascular trouble.
I am a 64-year-old man, and I’ve just been diagnosed with high blood pressure. For many years, I’ve used Sudafed to clear my nose when I have a cold or allergy attack. It has always worked well, but is it safe for my blood pressure?
The abrupt movement of the neck during a whiplash injury can cause strains or sprains that do not show on standard imaging tests.