People who live to be 100 or older, also called centenarians, have become the fastest-growing demographic group in the world. Since the 1970s, their numbers have roughly doubled every ten years, captivating the interest of researchers worldwide.1 While the aging process has been a topic of debate for millennia, modern science is shedding light on...

Dark circles under the eyes are commonly attributed to sleep deprivation. This is often true, especially since fatigue can make people look paler, which emphasizes the circles. However, many fully rested individuals still have periorbital hyperpigmentation (POH). This is because there are many other factors contributing to this feature, and fortunately, many can be treated. ...

If you are fit and live an active lifestyle, you may think that this excludes you from having to worry about heart problems. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Even the fittest people can have high blood pressure—just ask retired professional soccer player Graeme Souness. In a first-person recount, Graeme tells his story on Metro.co.uk about how...

New research sheds light on how vitamin D impacts older adults, particularly concerning heart health and disease prevention. Long known for its role in supporting immunity and bone health, this vitamin may offer additional benefits. Here’s what scientists have uncovered. Vitamin D’s Role in Health Vitamin D is a well-known nutrient that helps maintain strong...

Shan Cooper went viral for feeding her infant the controversial paleo diet. Grace, now eight years old, grew up eating mainly fresh produce, eggs, meat, and no processed sugar. Her mother is known for her blog ‘My Food Religion,’ where she shares healthy recipes using ingredients that are as close to their natural state as...

Living past 100 is a feat that only a few achieve, and reaching 117 puts you in a league of your own. Maria Branyas Morera, who was once recognized as the world’s oldest living person, passed away at the age of 117 years and 168 days. Her longevity not only piqued global interest, but she...

For centuries, people have searched for ways to stay young. Sadly, aging is inevitable but some things can help slow down aging. It turns out, that while getting older plays a role, other factors are significant in maintaining good overall health. Whether it’s physical or mental, there are some things one can do to keep...

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that can cause discomfort and affect your quality of life. While medical treatments are essential, incorporating home remedies may help alleviate symptoms and improve your overall well-being. Here are ten remedies that you can try at home. Warm Baths with Epsom Salt Taking a warm bath can be soothing...

It’s no longer a major wonder that elderly people have a certain peculiar smell about them. Sometimes, when they try to use deodorant and fragrances, they can’t entirely mask this ‘grandparents’ scent. Most people think it’s because of their clothes, or hair, or perhaps, their sweat, but it’s not particularly any of these. Even when...

A lot of people would wonder why any elderly person would bother with weight loss. Really, aren’t they supposed to be relaxing and not stressing themselves out in their golden years? Well, they’re about to be re-schooled by Jessica Slaughter, an 86-year-old grandmother from St Louis, Missouri. This determined senior citizen went down from a...

Should We Avoid ‘Beige’ Carbs? Carbohydrates have previously gotten a bad reputation for spiking blood sugar, causing weight gain, and even contributing to diseases such as cancer [1]. As such, low-carb diets have been around for a while, including the ketogenic diet, which dates back to the 1920s, and the Atkins diet, which dates back...

More than 790 thousand knee replacement surgeries are performed in the United States every year. The most common cause of chronic knee pain in the US is arthritis, whether that be osteoarthritis (wear and tear on the knee joint), rheumatoid arthritis (inflammation in the knee joint), or post-traumatic arthritis (occurs after a serious knee injury)...