Tag: aging

Study suggests Mediterranean diet might protect against memory loss and dementia

From the DZNE – German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases press release: In Alzheimer’s disease, neurons in the brain die. Largely responsible for the death of neurons are certain protein deposits… Read more »

Study suggests feeling younger buffers older adults from stress, protects against health decline

From the American Psychological Association press release: People who feel younger have a greater sense of well-being, better cognitive functioning, less inflammation, lower risk of hospitalization and even live longer… Read more »

Study suggests resolving arguments by end of day may have major impact on overall health

From the Oregon State University press release: A recent Oregon State University study found that when people feel they have resolved an argument, the emotional response associated with that disagreement… Read more »

Study suggests link between dietary fiber and depression partially explained by gut-brain interactions

From the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) press release: Fiber is a commonly recommended part of a healthy diet. That’s because it’s good for your health in so many ways… Read more »

Study suggests self-controlled children tend to be healthier middle-aged adults

From the Duke University press release: Self-control, the ability to contain one’s own thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and to work toward goals with a plan, is one of the personality… Read more »

Study suggests older adults may be coping better with pandemic-related stress

From the McLean Hospital press release: Older adults are especially vulnerable to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic — with higher risks of severe complications and death, and potentially greater… Read more »

Study suggests memories of past events retain remarkable fidelity even as we age

From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Scientists studying the complex relationship between aging and memory have found that in a controlled experiment, people can remember the details about… Read more »