Aging Wellness

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Everyone gets wrinkles at some point, but that does not mean you cannot slow them down. Wrinkles form when skin loses collagen and elasticity, which happens naturally as we age. Sun exposure, lifestyle choices, and even daily habits can speed up the process. The good news is that small changes in your routine can make...

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Have you ever run your tongue over your teeth and noticed a fuzzy feeling? That’s not just leftover food, it’s dental plaque, and if you don’t deal with it, it can cause serious trouble. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. It’s usually colorless or light yellow and...

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For decades, scientists around the world have been attempting to uncover the root causes of Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that slowly steals memory, independence, and identity. Despite countless studies and billions of dollars invested, a true breakthrough has remained elusive. However, a recent discovery from researchers at Harvard Medical School is now turning heads. At...

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“Grandma hobbies” have become a viral shorthand for hands-on, slower activities like knitting, crochet, bird-watching, baking, gardening, and puzzle making. Social posts now go further, claiming that women who embrace these pastimes may live eight years longer. The idea is catchy, but big health promises deserve careful checking. These hobbies are surging, reaping benefits for...

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After 10 years without sight, Gail Lane, a 75-year-old woman from Victoria, B.C., has regained her vision. She can now see again thanks to a tooth surgically placed into her eye socket. Lane underwent osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis, a rare “tooth-in-eye” surgery, at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital in Vancouver. She was 1 of 3 Canadians to receive...

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Recent studies have redefined our understanding of what causes Parkinson’s disease. This disease is typically associated with neurological damage caused by a drop in dopamine production. However, a new study has indicated that it may actually start in one of the last places you would think of looking: your kidneys. The Chinese team of researchers...