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A recent article in The New York Times documents the dangerous increase in prescription medications being given to persons diagnosed with dementia. Not only are anti-psychotic drugs overused and misused, but elderly patients aren't tested properly to determine the true causes of their problems (for example, simple dehydration or hypothyroidism could be contributing to dementia symptoms). Also, there can be other ways, based on the individuals and their backgrounds and interests, for calming agitation in people with dementia. If this is a concern for you or someone you love, read this article and talk to your doctor.
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Exercise Keeps Us Healthy and Vigorous |
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Here's a great summary of the latest studies on how exercise helps roll back the negative effects of aging: Fit, Not Frail: Exercise as a Tonic for Aging. In addition to stressing the ways that regular exercise helps us to maintain our strength, balance, and flexibility throughout life, the article emphasizes the ability of regular exercise to help prevent many of the chronic diseases often associated with aging. You'll also find advice about how to get started on an exercise program and links to specific exercise activities. |
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Have you been pushing back your projected retirement date? If so, you're not alone. According to a recent San Francisco Chronicle report, "Comfortable Retirement a Fading Dream for Many," more and more Americans are finding that the recent economic downturn, and associated dips in home valuations and retirement accounts, will require them to continue working well into their late 60s and early 70s. |
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This month, the Senate will be voting on important changes to Medicare, and AARP is sponsoring a campaign to help keep your monthly Medicare premiums from being raised. If you'd like to help, you can send an email to your senators at an AARP sponsored website: keepmedicarefair.org. |
Red Wine and Age Reversal — Cheers! |
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The health benefits of an occasional glass of red wine have been pretty well established, and recent studies are taking another step by identifying the specific natural compounds in red wine that are responsible for these benefits and linking these compounds to reversal of biological age markers. These studies show that natural compounds such as resveratrol can stimulate the body's survival mechanisms in much the same way as calorie restriction, thereby reducing the likelihood of age-related degenerative processes. |
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