Thursday, June 15, 2017

Are Older Seniors Healthier Than Younger Seniors?

Americans who are 100 years or older have lower rates of chronic illness
Thursday, June 15, 2017       
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Centenarians Often Healthier Than Younger Seniors: Study

Americans who are 100 years or older have lower rates of chronic illness than younger seniors, a new study finds. George Washington University researchers used...
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Fried Potatoes Linked to Increased Risk of Early Death

A new study links eating fried potatoes with an increased risk of early death. Researchers looked at 4,440 people ages 45-79 and found that over eight years, those who ate fried...
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Sticky Brain 'Plaques' Implicated in Alzheimer's Again

Older adults with evidence of 'plaques' in the brain are more likely to see their memory and thinking skills wane over the next few years, a new study finds. Researchers said the...
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Uncertainty for Obamacare Plans as Filing Deadline Approaches

Even as U.S. Senate Republicans hammer out a bill to replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA) this week, a deadline looms that should reveal what insurance plan options...
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Protein Powerhouses

Cutting out fatty and fried sources of protein makes sense when you're trying to cut calories and eat healthy. But you still need nutritious forms of protein in your diet, according...
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Choosing a Personal Trainer

A personal trainer can design an exercise program to meet your fitness goals, keep you motivated and adapt your training as you progress. But your first step is finding a...
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