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Major Cognitive Decline of 19 Years Linked to High Fat, High Copper Diet Posted: Wednesday, August 23, 2006

A diet high in saturated and trans fats, coupled with a high intake of copper may be associated with a significantly accelerated rate of cognitive decline in older adults, a new study suggests.

Prandin Offers Advantages in Elderly Diabetics Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

Fifty-one percent risk reduction for hypoglycemia over glyburide in elderly patients with type 2 or non-insulin dependent diabetes, treatment with the short-acting drug repaglinide (Prandin/NovoNorm).

Chocolate Helps Aging Blood Vessels Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

Flavonol-Rich cocoa improves blood vessel function.

Postprandial Glucose Fluctuations Impair Cognitive Functioning Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

Awareness and better control of postprandial glucose can help to prevent declining cognitive function.

High Blood Pressure Lowers Walking Ability in Elderly Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

A study of elderly clergy, both men and women, found a significantly accelerated decline in leg function in those with higher blood pressures-about 30% more loss per year at a systolic pressure of 160 mm Hg compared with 120 mm Hg.

Cognitive Dysfunction Linked With Poor Diabetes Control in Elderly Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

Elderly diabetics with poor glucose control have a high prevalence of undiagnosed cognitive dysfunction, depression and functional disabilities.

Diabetes Tied to Enlarged Prostate Posted: Thursday, August 03, 2006

Researchers report that, BPH, or benign prostate hyperplasia, is a common condition in older men, but the risk of developing the condition seems to be increased by obesity and high blood sugar levels.

Study Shows Just How Effective Exercise is as a Treatment Option for Type 2 Diabetes Posted: Thursday, August 03, 2006

Now, a new systematic review shows that exercise helps regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels, increases the body's sensitivity to insulin and decreases blood lipids (fats) while also helping to burn body fat.

Diabetes Increasingly Prevalent in Heart Failure Posted: Friday, July 28, 2006

The prevalence of diabetes mellitus is increasing among older persons with heart failure, and diabetes is a significant independent risk factor for death in these patients.

Increased Physical Activity Spurs Prolonged Life by 69% Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Expending energy by walking, climbing stairs, doing household chores, or even washing windows enhances survival in older adults.

 

 

 

 

 

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