Compounds in Broccoli may be Beneficial Against Cancer, Osteoarthritis and Schizophrenia
Research has shown that compounds found in the super food broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables are associated with lower risks for developing cancer, preventing cartilage destruction in osteoarthritis and treating schizophrenia. While research showed an association with broccoli and a lower risk for cancer, no one had known for certain how broccoli protects against cancer.…
Read MoreGrowing Old in New Jersey the 2019 Senior Report
The 2019 Senior Report The 2019 Senior Report published by the United Health Foundation covers health rankings for each state for the more than 50 million seniors who live in the United States, an increase of 45% from the 30 million in 2000. This also includes the rise of the young senior (ages 65-74) population.…
Read MoreImpaired Vision in Seniors Doubles the Risk for Falls
Falls are a leading cause disability in seniors. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury among seniors. Falls can lead to a loss of independence and even death in seniors, especially if they suffer a traumatic brain injury or a hip fracture. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every…
Read MoreTips for Treating Osteoarthritis a Leading Cause of Disability in Seniors
Osteoarthritis is a Leading Cause of Disability in Seniors Osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in seniors. In fact, the older one gets, the greater is the chance to get osteoarthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 30 million Americans have osteoarthritis. To date, no cure…
Read MoreLong-term Care and Skilled Nursing
National Skilled Nursing Care Week 2019 Next week from May 12-18, 2019 Royal Suites Healthcare and Rehabilitation will be participating in the National Skilled Nursing care Week (NSNCW). The NSNCW 2019 theme, “Live Soulfully,” will celebrate skilled nursing facilities, their residents and staff and will showcase how they gain happy minds and healthy souls. Established…
Read MoreControlling High Blood Pressure in Diabetics can Prevent Organ Failure
Controlling high blood pressure in diabetics can prevent life-threatening organ failure according to a study published October 4, 2018 in the Clinical and Experimental Hypertension journal. The study that was carried out by researchers from Rutgers University found that high blood pressure rather than the diabetes was responsible for the organ failure. Goal of the…
Read MoreA Disease that Mimics Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists have discovered that not all people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) actually have Alzheimer’s because they have discovered a disease that mimics Alzheimer’s, but is not AD. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) issued guidelines April 30, 2019 for this newly found disease. The guidelines were from a workshop funded by…
Read MoreHeartburn, Ulcers and Acid Reflux Drugs Increase Risk of Kidney Disease and Kidney Failure
Study found that Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Increase Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease and Failure by 20% Researchers from the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University at Buffalo, New York found that proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that are commonly used to treat heartburn, ulcers and acid reflux are associated with an increased risk for…
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Read MoreExtra Virgin Olive Oil may be able to Prevent Aggressive Triple-negative Breast Cancer
According to an article that appeared in Olive Oil Times, January 30, 2019, researchers at the University of Jaén in Spain discovered that a minor compound, hydroxytyrosol (HT) found in extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) may be able to prevent an aggressive deadly type of breast cancer. This rare deadly type of breast cancer is…
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