NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Nearsightedness (myopia) is skyrocketing globally, with nearly half of the world’s population expected to be myopic by 2050, according to the World Health Organization. Heavy use of smartphones and other devices is associated with an 80% higher risk of myopia when combined with excessive computer use, but…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Older adults classified as “SuperAgers” generate at least twice as many neurons in the hippocampus than their typical aging peers, a new study has revealed. These findings, released on Wednesday by the University of Illinois Chicago and Northwestern University, could help explain why SuperAgers have exceptional memory…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Olive oil has long been shown to benefit heart health — but a new Spanish study from Universitat Rovira i Virgili revealed that extra virgin olive oil may also protect brain health. The study found that people who consumed virgin olive oil — rather than refined olive…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As people age, vision naturally declines and the risk of eye conditions increases. That includes age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that typically occurs in patients older than 50. AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss among adults over 60 and impacts millions of…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! In addition to travel and logistical challenges, heavy snowfall can be detrimental to people’s health. As the northeast faces historic snow accumulation this week, experts are warning of the physical risks of shoveling heavy snow, particularly for those who do not exercise regularly or have pre-existing health…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A simple blood test could predict not only a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but also the year symptoms will begin. Researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis set out to determine if levels of a specific protein in the blood could…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A simple blood test could predict not only a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but also the year symptoms will begin. Researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis set out to determine if levels of a specific protein in the blood could…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Brushing your teeth could do more than brighten your smile — it may also help you live longer. Growing research suggests that good oral hygiene is linked to a reduced risk of serious conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis. At the annual American Association for the…
Sleep gives you willpower: Biohacker Biohacker Bryan Johnson, known for pursuing health and longevity, tells ‘My View with Lara Trump’ why sleep is crucial, toxins that contribute to decline and more. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The temperature of the bedroom at night could affect heart health — particularly in older adults….
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Living longer isn’t just about making it to 100 anymore, experts say — it’s about feeling your best once you get there. Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a certified menopause specialist and founder of The ‘Pause Life, said it’s possible to optimize health for a longer life with…