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Wednesday, 09 May 2012 00:00 Published in Senior Health

elderly_womanWhen elderly patients complain they have a lack of energy, doctors shouldn't dismiss it as a normal part of aging, say researchers who found that lack of energy (anergia) is associated with several health problems and higher rates of hospitalization and death.

Tuesday, 14 February 2012 01:09 Published in Senior Health

fat manOvereating is associated with an increased risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in people 70 or older, aging researchers are reporting.

Saturday, 31 December 2011 00:00 Published in Senior Health

elderly_couple_drinkingAlcohol and Aging

It is well known that moderate alcohol consumption can have positive health benefits. For instance, there are many studies that confirm that a couple of glasses of red wine a day can be good for the heart. But if you're a senior in good health, light to moderate consumption of alcohol may do a lot more.

A new UCLA study suggests moderate alcohol consumption by seniors may help prevent the development of physical disability that would prevent them from performing common tasks such as walking, dressing and grooming.

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