Developing Alzheimer’s From Eating Junk Food?

Old news: junk food is bad for your body and your health.

The latest news: Eating junk food could lead to Alzheimer’s.

A recent New York Times article by Mark Bittman (author of the popular book, Food Matters) warns ...

 
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Brookdale Senior Living Explores “Lifestyle Medicine”

Yesterday, we reported on a fascinating new therapy that uses an old device – the metronome – to improve mobility among seniors. And a recent post on the Brookdale Senior Living Optimum Life blog highlighted another exciting and emerging specialty in the ...

 
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Meet Jerry Mathers: The Boomer Behind “Beaver” Cleaver

“Gee, Dad, I have enough trouble keeping myself good without keeping all the other kids good.” – Theodore “Beaver” Cleaver

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If you loved watching the Cleavers, join the ...

 
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Cataract Risk in Women May Decrease With Healthy Diet

Here's some senior health news that's worth a look.... Cataracts could be combated with a better diet, says a new study. A cataract is the clouding of the eye's natural lens that often occurs with aging. In fact, it's thought that half of all Americans will experience a cataract by age 80. Cataracts may grow larger with time, and they make it hard to see.

No one knows for sure what ...

 
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