Continued from Part 1 and Part 2 Your memory What’s happening. Image courtesy: suddenmemoryloss.com Memory tends to becomes less efficient with age, as the number of cells (neurons) in the brain decreases. It may take longer to learn new things or remember familiar words or names.What you can do about…
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Continuing from Part 1 here’s a look at the next aspect of aging – what to expect as you grow older: Your digestive system What’s happening. Constipation is more common in older adults. Many factors can contribute to constipation, including a low-fiber diet, not drinking enough fluids and lack of…
Wonder what’s considered a normal part of the aging process? Here’s what to expect as you get older — and what to do about it. Do you expect to find a few more wrinkles and gray hairs each time you look in the mirror? These are just some of the…
There are two types of fiber in food: soluble, which dissolves in water insoluble, which doesn’t dissolve in water. Image from: healthguide.howstuffworks.com Soluble fiber can help lower blood cholesterol and glucose levels. Good sources of soluble fiber include oats, peas, beans, apples, citrus fruits, carrots, barley and psyllium. Insoluble fiber…
If you love chocolate, and crave for it, then opt for dark chocolate. Dark chocolate can be high in calories, but it may be a good choice if you’re craving something sweet. Dark chocolate contains a substance that can help lower your blood pressure. Just be sure to keep your…
When we talk about eating a variety of foods, it looks as though it is a recommendation for a recipe for weight gain. Yet, it actually helps you lose pounds, even as it gives your body the nutrients it needs to burn fat. Some foods are so strongly connected with…
Continued from Part 1 You Should Know For women it may be their brains and not their stomachs that lead to overeating. A recent imaging study showed that a woman’s brain drives her to overeat when presented with her favorite foods or when she is under emotional stress. The same…