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Topic- Health conditions
Beyond "big": health benefits of resistance training
Most exercise guidelines for good health emphasize aerobic training (AT) -- specifically, about 150 min of moderate-to-vigorous AT weekly. By contrast, resistance training (RT), while acknowledged as being beneficial, is recommended twice weekly. However, the authors of this study propose that the health benefits of RT are underappreciated, noting both established and emerging evidence that it can, in many respects, elicit similar health benefits to AT. When combined, they suggest, AT and RT may yield optimal health benefits versus performing either exercise exclusively.
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Best diets for bones and joints, inflammation, more
US News & World Report recently revealed its annual rankings of the best diets. With an updated methodology that was developed under the guidance of more than 30 nutritionists, doctors and epidemiologists, the 2023 rankings examine 24 diets to help people find one to meet their goals.
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New Alzheimer's drug of questionable value
The American Academy of Neurology recently released a position statement on aducanumab (trade name, Aduhelm), which active aging professionals should become familiar with and can use as a resource for discussions with customers and families.
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Fewer than half of older adults discuss alcohol with providers
Over one quarter of U.S. adults age 65 and older who used alcohol and had a healthcare visit in the past year were not asked about their alcohol use with their healthcare providers, according to a recent study that included data from more than 9,600 adults (about half men/women). Alcohol use is something active-aging organizations should be aware of with regard to their members and communities, especially since some recent studies suggest that alcohol use and abuse are increasing among older adults.
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Stats: Daily walking lowers post-stroke death risk by 54%
People who walk or garden at least three to four hours per week (30 minutes/day), or bike at least two to three hours per week or the equivalent after having a stroke could have a 54% lower risk of death from any cause, according to a recent study. Younger stroke survivors - those under age 75 - benefited most: their risk of death was reduced by 80%. Those over 75 who exercised the minimum experienced less of a benefit, but were still 32% less likely to die. The retrospective analysis can't prove cause and effect, but it can motivate organizations and residents to encourage daily exercise after a stroke.
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Hearing impairment tied to worse physical function
Hearing impairment was associated with significantly poorer and faster declines in physical function among older adults compared with their peers with normal hearing in a recent study. It's one more factor to be aware of in your residents and members with hearing loss.
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