[ad_1] Many mechanisms are thought to contribute to the age-related decline of muscle mass and strength, but there are the usual debates over which are more important, which are the primary causes, and how they relate to one another. Little of our biochemistry is as fully understood as we might like it to be, … Read more
[ad_1] One of the interesting points made in today’s open access review paper is that there is a lack of research into the early manifestations and prevention of frailty. According to the authors, it was only recently the case that the research community established that meaningful levels of pre-frailty exist in middle-age. Further, while … Read more
[ad_1] Astrocytes Restrict Access to Amyloid-β Plaques in the Aging Brain Astrocytes react to the presence of extracellular amyloid-β aggregates in the aging brain by becoming more inflammatory and clustering around the aggregates of misfolded proteins. Researchers here show that this activity crowds out the microglia responsible for ingesting and breaking down these protein … Read more
[ad_1] Does the mere thought of social gatherings send shivers down your spine? Do you constantly ruminate about what others might think, turning everyday interactions into a battlefield? If these scenarios resonate with you, you might be struggling with social anxiety. Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is a prevalent mental health condition impacting … Read more
[ad_1] In this study, researchers assessed the effects of a healthy lifestyle on mortality in older people suffering from chronic conditions of aging. As noted in similar studies, the effect size is larger than that achieved via readily available pharmaceutical strategies used to treat chronic illness, such as antihypertensive and lipid-lowering drugs. It is … Read more
[ad_1] May 21, 2024 Trauma is a word that carries a heavy weight. Whether it’s a single, life-altering event or a series of smaller experiences, trauma can leave lasting scars on our mental and emotional well-being. It can manifest in a variety of ways, from anxiety and depression to flashbacks and nightmares. If you’re struggling … Read more