Believe it or nut, middle-aged and older adults who eat nuts ever day can significantly lower their risk of dementia, a new study has found. An international team of researchers had 50,300 UK adults, who were mostly in their mid-50s, fill out a questionnaire about their nut consumption habits before following them for an average of … Read more
The oldest living Yankee is having a ball watching his team in the World Series. Art Schallock — a southpaw pitcher who replaced Mickey Mantle on the roster when he was called up to the big leagues in 1951 — predicts the Bombers will beat the hated Dodgers in six. “They just have to get … Read more
You’ll be dying to read this. A Texas man penned a laugh-out-loud obituary for his late father, letting the public know that he is “God’s problem now.” Charles Boehm of Houston, Texas, recalled the life of 74-year-old Robert Boehm in the most unconventional, hilarious ways with a candid telling of who his dad really was. Robert … Read more
As the population continues to get older, more adults are becoming solo agers during their golden years. “Solo agers have been shown to be as healthy and happy as other older adults and live just as long,” Sara Zeff Geber, PhD., an aging expert and author of “Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers,” told Fox … Read more
She felt like they benefited from pretty privilege. A senior UK passenger claims she was discriminated against by Ryanair after having to pay a $100 bag-checking fee while younger, “attractive” passengers boarded without penalty. “I’m absolutely disgusted with Ryanair! I’ve just been held up for 20 minutes because they said my cabin bag was too … Read more
Cheek, please! A biotechnology company headquartered in Manhattan has developed an “aging” clock that uses information from the cells in your cheeks to predict your biological age. Biological age is the age of your cells and tissues — this number can differ from your chronological age, which is the number of years you’ve been alive. … Read more
Millionaire biohackers may have more money, but granny’s got the goods. Amy Hardison, 64, a grandmother of 11, is putting anti-aging enthusiasts like Bryan Johnson to shame, recently besting the tech tycoon in a biometric “Game of Thrones.” “I just cherish the experience of life, and I cherish the perspective that comes from being older,” … Read more
She didn’t even take an arrow in the knee. Shirley Curry, known online as the video game streamer “Skryim Grandma,” announced she is calling it quits from publically playing the mythical game after over a decade. “It seems I spend most of my time sitting in here at this computer, and lately – probably for … Read more
Somebody give Grandpa a box of condoms, already. Sex-crazed senior citizens are driving a major spike in the rise of STIs across the country, salacious new statistics revealed — with one surprising state leading the horny charge. In 2022 — the year with the most recent data — more than 2.5 million cases of syphilis, … Read more
Lights out! Researchers say that exposure to bright outside lights at night could increase your odds of developing Alzheimer’s disease more than other risk factors, especially for young people. “We show that in the US there is a positive association between [Alzheimer’s] prevalence and exposure to light at night, particularly in those under the age … Read more
A new study substantiates the link between untreated high blood pressure and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease for adults 60 and older. The research, published Wednesday in the online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, is a review of 14 international studies involving 31,250 people. Participants, who were 72 years … Read more
Oh, man! The number of male cancer cases around the world is projected to spike from 10.3 million in 2022 to 19 million in 2050 — an 84% increase, Australian health experts say. What’s more, the number of men who die from cancer is expected to rise 93%, from 5.4 million in 2022 to 10.5 … Read more
An elderly man in Japan developed a fatal bacterial infection after taking a probiotic as part of his treatment for severe COVID-19. The unidentified patient was first brought to the emergency room after being discovered on the floor of his home. He had a history of colon cancer, chest pain, high blood pressure and pancreatic … Read more
So much for tipping the scales. In the long-running debate about whether fish oil supplements are helpful, harmful or hooey, new research on their effectiveness in preventing dementia offers … mixed results. Neurology specialists from the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) say most older adults likely won’t benefit from fish oil supplements, but they … Read more
Age is just a number. Marissa Teijo, now 72, made history last month as the oldest woman to compete in Miss Texas USA at 71 years old. The timeless beauty competed against nearly 100 other women at the pageant — which came after the Miss Universe Organization removed contestant age limits for inclusivity. Marissa Teijo … Read more
No bones about it. As our bodies age, our bones break down, raising our risk of osteoporosis — a condition that makes our skeletal scaffolding brittle and increases the likelihood of fractures. Broken bones are particularly disastrous for older adults, for whom fractures can mean long-term recovery, disability or even premature death. Strong bones are … Read more
Seniors could be roughing their golden years in some states, as a new study shows that even $1 million in retirement savings won’t last very long in some states. The study, published by personal finance site GoBankingRates earlier this year, found, for instance, that California seniors might face tough times financially after eating through that supply in approximately 12 years, eight … Read more
Millions of older Americans are taking a daily dose of aspirin to lower their risk of having a heart attack or stroke for the first time — even though they shouldn’t, a new study finds. Nearly a third of adults 60 and older who don’t have cardiovascular disease took aspirin in 2021, according to findings … Read more
A Georgia-based neurosurgeon is sharing an important step to take when you check into an Airbnb. “The one thing that you can do to prevent injury to you or a loved one is to go around the house and identify where all the stairs are, especially if you’re taking an older individual with you,” Dr. … Read more
She turns her drives into discos. Florida Uber driver Linda Swann Fox surprises riders with karaoke singalongs that hit all the right notes on social media. The viral videos show the 63-year-old Tampa resident, who goes by LyricswithLinda on TikTok, jamming to “Low” by Flo Rida to “9 to 5” by Dolly Parton with her … Read more