geriatric health
10/30/2018
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By Ellaine Castillo
Study: Depressed, elderly people can benefit from aromatherapy massage
Mental health is a major concern for the young and the old alike. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, geriatric depression occurs in 15 percent of the elderly population. Researchers from Chengdu Medical College revealed that aromatherapy massage and inhaling essential oils can be used as alternative remedies for geriatric depression. More than 90 percent of depression […]
10/24/2018
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By Ellaine Castillo
Aromatherapy massage and inhalation reduces depression symptoms in older people
A study conducted by researchers from Chengdu Medical College showed that aromatherapy massage and inhalation can be used to treat depression in elderly people. In this study, which was published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, the researchers looked at the effects of aromatherapy massage and inhalation on geriatric depression through a prospective, randomized controlled clinical […]
08/13/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Vitamin D can prevent hip fractures in older adults by making their muscles stronger
Vitamin D is a fairly well-known vitamin, thanks largely to its association with calcium. More studies are coming out proving its benefits in building stronger bones. One such study detailed how vitamin D intake can help elderly people avoid hip fractures, thereby protecting them from injury and helping improve their quality of life. The study […]
08/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Prevent memory decline by being more physically active and caring for your heart
According to a recent study, both overall physical fitness and the stiffness of the central arteries can help shed light on the how fast certain aspects of memory decline. Researchers from the Centre for Human Psychopharmacology at Swinburne University who authored the study looked at the mechanisms that affect the cognitive performance of older people who live independently. How the […]
08/01/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Go dancing! Study shows it prevents age-related decline better than traditional exercise
According to a study, a dance exercise program is more effective at preventing age-related brain decline in adults aged 63 to 80 years compared to a traditional exercise program. As humans grow older, muscle tone is lost a rate of 10 percent for every 10 years after the age of 40. Even the brain slows down due […]
07/20/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Eat these foods to look younger (and feel great!)
This might seem strange, but an unhealthy diet could be the culprit behind signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles on the face. The skin relies on two proteins, namely collagen and elastin, to maintain its firmness and elasticity. As people grow older, the body produces less collagen and elastin, causing the signs of skin aging. […]
04/07/2018
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By Jessica Dolores
12 Reasons why you should start cycling; It slows down the aging process and boosts immunity
Many people know that a sedentary lifestyle can speed up the aging process. But perhaps not many are aware that cycling can slow down the aging process and boost immunity, keeping older adults healthy and strong. A recent study on amateur cyclists aged 55 to 79 found that they have remained healthy, free from the […]
03/09/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Cannabis proven an effective alternative form of pain relief for elderly patients, allowing many to quit taking dangerous meds, research finds
President Trump announced last year that the opioid epidemic was a “public health emergency” and called for the medical community to look for alternative therapies to battle the growing crisis. The President cited the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statistics which places drug overdose as the leading cause of injury death […]
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