National Institute on Aging
Coverage of National Institute on Aging in the Nexus archive.
- A robot is helping an ailing couple stay in their home. Are more to come for an aging population?
A robot named Robbie (Stretch 4) assists Brenda and Brian Marquis, a couple with physical and cognitive disabilities, with daily tasks like exercise and reminders to eat. The robot, developed by the University of New Hampshire's lab with National Institute on Aging funding, highlights potential for addressing home care aide shortages amid an aging population.
- Joint pain for the over 50s ISN'T just 'wear and tear': The ultimate guide to improving bone strength and tackling agonising osteoarthritis - including this 'bendy toe' exercise that is key to longevity
The article discusses osteoarthritis in people over 50 and ways to improve bone strength, including exercises like the 'bendy toe' exercise. It aims to provide a guide to tackling joint pain and promoting longevity. The article focuses on health and wellness for older adults.
- The simple, twice-weekly, at-home routine for over-50s that's guaranteed to show a difference in just a few weeks... and will transform your body in three months
A simple at-home routine for individuals over 50 can show a difference in a few weeks and transform the body in three months. The routine is twice weekly and guaranteed to produce results. It is targeted towards older adults looking to improve their physical health.
- Eating dark fruit and drinking one cup of coffee a day could slow ageing
Eating dark fruit and drinking one cup of coffee a day may slow down the ageing process. This is based on the potential health benefits of these foods. Further research is needed to confirm the effects.
- Simple diet change can reverse biological aging in just four weeks, research reveals
Research reveals that a simple diet change can reverse biological aging in just four weeks. This finding suggests a potential link between diet and aging. The study's results may have significant implications for human health.
- Simple diet change can reverse biological aging in just four weeks, research reveals
Research reveals that a simple diet change can reverse biological aging in just four weeks. This breakthrough discovery has significant implications for human health and longevity. The study's findings suggest that dietary interventions can have a profound impact on aging processes.
- Cutting just 10 per cent of your daily calories could help you live longer, study suggests... and it's surprisingly easy to do
A new study suggests that cutting just 10 per cent of daily calories can help increase lifespan. This calorie reduction can be achieved easily through simple dietary changes. The study's findings imply a direct link between caloric intake and longevity.
- Eating eggs could cut Alzheimer’s risk by 27%
Eating eggs regularly may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by up to 27% in people 65 and older. Daily or near-daily egg consumption is linked to this reduced risk. Even modest egg intake can have benefits over time.
- Scientists find a way to stop dangerous belly fat as we age
Scientists have found that testosterone plays a key role in the redistribution of fat during aging, and a testosterone gel combined with exercise can help prevent the rise in dangerous visceral fat in older women. This discovery could lead to a new strategy for improving recovery and long-term health. The study focused on older women recovering from hip fractures.
- Saying 'um' and other language changes identified as earliest warning signs of dementia
Researchers have identified language changes, such as saying 'um', as early warning signs of dementia. These changes can occur years before other symptoms appear. Language alterations can be a key indicator of cognitive decline.
- Saying 'um' and other language changes identified as earliest warning signs of dementia
Researchers have identified language changes, such as saying 'um', as early warning signs of dementia. These changes can occur years before other symptoms appear. Language alterations can be a key indicator of cognitive decline.