Often referred to as sick building syndrome, indoor air pollution has long been associated with symptoms such as frequent headaches, aggravated allergies, skin rashes, asthma and other respiratory problems. But, as we recently reported, the effects of breathing dirty air can go even further. Over time, it can also increase risk for poor heart health, […]
The journey of aging brings with it an unavoidable reality for many: an increased accumulation of body fat. Though much of society seems mostly focused on the aesthetics of being overweight, doctors look past any cosmetic concerns to focus on the health implications of fat byproducts in the body. Fatty acids are one of the […]
Are you ready to bring the best of herbal recipes into your Halloween Haunting? For some fun beverages for a gathering, or some new baking ideas, check out our latest poster for TEA! TEA is more than just a hot beverage to drink alone! At the Cape Breton Tea Company, we pride ourselves on creating […]
As you consider your daily habits, do you usually consider your cup of coffee first thing in the morning, staying hydrated during the day, and eating better tomorrow? What do you know about wellness and healthy movement? Body Signals The signals we send to our body often reflect “please let me make bad choices for […]
Almost 90% of Americans aged 65 and older live in their own homes. Almost 80% want to continue. That’s not news—anyone familiar with SuperAging knows that “aging in place” is a big desirable. But can it be achieved? What are the needs? What are the costs? Who will pay? What is the role of family […]
Featuring our SuperAging News Network partner, Dr. Gillian Lockitch We’re pleased to feature another podcast from Dr. Gillian Lockitch, author, blogger, podcaster and a member of the SuperAging News Network. Physician, professor, author, international speaker, researcher and entrepreneur, Dr. Gillian enjoyed a 25 year career as medical professor and dual-certified specialist in pediatrics and medical […]
We pay a lot of attention to poor outdoor air quality, particularly in high traffic urban or industrial areas, and how it can pose serious risks to our health. This is especially true for people living with respiratory issues such as asthma, bronchitis or COPD, prompting officials to regularly issue health advisories for higher-risk individuals […]
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a new method of detecting protein aggregation in cells that are the hallmark of Parkinson’s disease. As reported here and here, this discovery could enable diagnosis “up to 15 years before the first symptoms appear, facilitating early treatment or even preventing the currently incurable disease.” With the aid […]
Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force. The intense scientific effort that long COVID sparked has […]
A noted Wall Street guru says much consumer spending is being driven by Baby Boomer parents handing over money to their Gen Z and millennial children. As reported here, Meredith Whitney, CEO of Meredith Whitney Advisory Group and one-time “Oracle of Wall Street” (for predicting the Great Financial Crisis), says that “”American Express data shows Gen […]
