Older people should engage in more physical activity, claims study
Two weeks of inactivity (a 75 per cent daily step reduction) has been shown to decrease muscle strength by 8 per cent.
Jul 20, 2020, 22:31 PM IST
Ageing-associated inflammation may worsen COVID-19 outcomes in older individuals
The increased severity and mortality of SARS-CoV-2 infections in older individuals may be related to inflammageing - an age-associated phenomenon of increased general inflammation.
Jul 18, 2020, 02:06 AM IST
Older people can live longer by doing light physical activities
The research observed participants with an average age of 69 and found that physical activity doesn't have to be strenuous to be effective.
Mar 06, 2020, 15:30 PM IST
Calcium, vitamin D supplements not harmful for older people
They were participants in 33 randomised clinical trials comparing supplement use -- calcium, vitamin D or both -- with placebo or no treatment and new fractures.
Moderate physical exercise can help older obese adults perform daily activities
Obesity affects nearly 13 million adults age 65 and older in the United States.
Jun 28, 2017, 19:27 PM IST
This is what can keep elderly away from fractures
The study showed that men with high levels of magnesium -- an essential nutrient and an important component of the bone -- had a 44 per cent reduced risk of having a fracture.
Oldies, take note! Blueberry consumption can make you mentally strong
Blueberries are rich in flavonoids -- found abundantly in plants -- which possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the important components in causing these effects.
Mar 08, 2017, 12:54 PM IST
Want to improve arthritis? 45-minute brisk walk a week can help!
A new study reveals that older people suffering from arthritis can improve it by engaging in 45 minutes of moderate physical activity such as brisk walking a week.
Jan 10, 2017, 19:19 PM IST
Reasons why older people should be careful while practicing Yoga!
Individuals ages 45-64 saw an injury rate of 18 per 100,000, while those between 18-44 years of age had an injury rate of 12 per 100,000.
Nov 21, 2016, 15:25 PM IST
Elderly continue to suffer despite high net worth value: Study
The study, which interviewed a random sample of 15,000 people over the age of 60 years, stated the net worth value of older people increased primarily due to sharp increase in real estate prices over the past two decades.
Sep 30, 2016, 14:22 PM IST
New app helps seniors play, live better
Researchers including one of Indian-origin have developed a new app that allows older people residing in independent living communities play various brain games and also helps them connect with health care providers for better living.
Nov 22, 2015, 18:05 PM IST
