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20 Jul 2020

Older people should engage in more physical activity, claims study

Researchers from the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil recently reported on the dangers of physical inactivity for older adults during COVID-19. Researchers noted that it only takes five to ten days of physical inactivity for your muscles to begin shrinking and wasting away. Studies also show that older adults who walk fewer than 1,500 steps a day can lose 4 per cent of the muscle tissue in their legs in just two weeks.

17 Jul 2020

Ageing-associated inflammation may worsen COVID-19 outcomes in older person

Inflammageing is thought to be caused, at least partially, by the deterioration of aged cells (senescence) in tissues of the body that release inflammatory molecules Studies show that excessive inflammation due to inflammageing combined with an aged immune system can inhibit overall immunity, which can also reduce vaccination efficacy in older people Researchers raise the question of whether vaccines can even be effective within these inflammatory environments

06 Mar 2020

Older people can live longer by doing light physical activities

The research observed participants with an average age of 69 and found that physical activity doesn't have to be strenuous to be effective.

28 Dec 2017

Calcium, vitamin D supplements not harmful for older people

They were participants in 33 randomised clinical trials comparing supplement use -- calcium, vitamin D or both -- with placebo or no treatment and new fractures.

28 Jun 2017

Moderate physical exercise can help older obese adults perform daily activities

Obesity affects nearly 13 million adults age 65 and older in the United States.

13 Apr 2017

This is what can keep elderly away from fractures

The study showed that men with high levels of magnesium -- an essential nutrient and an important component of the bone -- had a 44 per cent reduced risk of having a fracture.

09 Mar 2017

Oldies, take note! Blueberry consumption can make you mentally strong

Blueberries are rich in flavonoids -- found abundantly in plants -- which possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the important components in causing these effects.

10 Jan 2017

Want to improve arthritis? 45-minute brisk walk a week can help!

A new study reveals that older people suffering from arthritis can improve it by engaging in 45 minutes of moderate physical activity such as brisk walking a week.

22 Nov 2016

Reasons why older people should be careful while practicing Yoga!

Individuals ages 45-64 saw an injury rate of 18 per 100,000, while those between 18-44 years of age had an injury rate of 12 per 100,000.

30 Sep 2016

Elderly continue to suffer despite high net worth value: Study

The study, which interviewed a random sample of 15,000 people over the age of 60 years, stated the net worth value of older people increased primarily due to sharp increase in real estate prices over the past two decades.

22 Nov 2015

New app helps seniors play, live better

Researchers including one of Indian-origin have developed a new app that allows older people residing in independent living communities play various brain games and also helps them connect with health care providers for better living.

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