Atlantic Coast Health Tips!
Prediabetic? Go to Sleep Earlier!
One in three people in the United States are living with a condition known as prediabetes, a level of insulin resistance often leads to full-blown diabetes. Diabetes wreaks havoc on almost every part of the body, and the complications associated with it include some of the most serious and illnesses, including heart disease and stroke.…
Read MoreReducing the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a devastating, progressive illness that has become increasingly common in recent years. There are risk factors for this disease that are unavoidable; age is one of them. Most people who develop Parkinson’s disease only begin to notice symptoms between the ages of 60 and 80. Another well-known risk factor is gender: men…
Read MoreWhat is Sarcopenia?
Muscles naturally grow — in both strength and size — until age 30. Then they start to decline by as much as 3% to 5% each year. In sarcopenia, muscle loss is significant enough to present a risk to health. According to the International Sarcopenia Initiative, sarcopenia affects one-third of adults over age 50, and…
Read MoreThe Dangers of a Sedentary Lifestyle
Sedentary lifestyles are becomeingthe norm in the United States, and the likelihood of complete physical inactivity increases as we age. A recent meta-analysis, published in the journal Sports Medicine, of existing studies on the effects of prolonged sitting revealed that most of us spend about 75% of our day seated, and that this behavior is…
Read MoreThis Type of Fat May Protect Your Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 100 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes. Since diabetes increases the risk of numerous serious diseases and illnesses — including strokes, heart attacks, neuropathy, and blindness — the current number of people suffering from diabetes or…
Read MoreNew Benefit Found for Vitamin D
The benefits of vitamin D on an individual’s health have become the subject of numerous research studies over the last several years. Researchers have confirmed the benefits of Vitamin D on a variety of diseases and illnesses, including several that originally appeared to have no connection with Vitamin D. Recently, researchers at Michigan State University…
Read MorePlant-Based Diets Lower Diabetes Risk
According to the most recent estimates from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 100 million adults in the United States have diabetes or prediabetes. Prediabetes is defined by a set of conditions that create a high risk for the development of type 2 diabetes. The vast majority of individuals suffering from…
Read More6 Red Flags that Your Elderly Loved One is Not Doing Well
Many elderly people are reluctant to share their health concerns, even with their children. For those of us involved in the care of a parent, or any other elderly person, it is important to be aware of the following red flags that suggest that the elder is not doing well. These signs are especially important…
Read More5 Tips for Alzheimer’s-Related Sundowner’s Syndrome
The long summer days have extra significance for people with Alzheimer’s — and for their caregivers. While most people wind down as the light fades, people with Alzheimer’s often become more active — and more anxious. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, this behavior, known as Sundowner’s Syndrome, affects approximately 20% of people with Alzheimer’s. Sundowner’s…
Read MoreLoneliness is Associated with Higher Incidence of Mental Illness
According to numerous studies, approximately one-third of the population will experience a mental disorder during their lifetime. Common mental disorders include depression and anxiety. In extreme cases, these disorders can lead to substance abuse or other forms of self-destructive behavior. A recent study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, examined the relationship between common mental…
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