Some sleepers hope to put these bizarre behaviors to bed. It’s widely known that people walk and talk in their sleep — some even have sex — these are just a few examples of parasomnias, which are unusual movements and behaviors that occur while falling asleep. A new study from Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary, … Read more
Seas the day! Menopausal women who make swimming in cold water part of their routine report significant improvements to their physical and mental health, a new study finds. Of the 785 women surveyed, 46.9% said swimming eased their anxiety; 34.5% said it helped their mood swings; 31.1% said it elevated their mood; and 30.3% said … Read more
At 93, Richard Morgan is as fit as someone half his age. The Irishman was the subject of a new analysis, published last month in the Journal of Applied Physiology, of his training regimen, diet and overall health. Although he is a four-time indoor rowing world champion, the retired baker told the Irish Examiner that he’d … Read more
This is not a drill. Dental experts are stressing the importance of keeping your teeth and gums healthy, especially as research suggests that poor oral hygiene is associated with dementia. “The public needs to be more aware of the correlation between oral health and cognitive abilities,” Chia-Shu Lin, a professor in dentistry at National Yang Ming … Read more
Romance isn’t dead — but at least one of her suitors is. Lillian Droniak, aka Grandma Droniak, the 93-year-old influencer with 12.6 million TikTok followers, posted a summary of the dates she went on last year. The Shelton, Connecticut, great-grandmother had five first dates — two of whom she met at bingo, one at a funeral, … Read more
She’s a McLegend at the Golden Arches. Barbara Cramer, a 75-year-old employee at McDonald’s, revealed she has been working at the fast food joint for 53 years — and still has no plans to retire. The Florida woman started working at the Fort Pierce location in 1970 after applying for a job on the school … Read more
Fans of chocolate, rejoice! Here’s another win to celebrate, and just in time for the holidays. Cocoa extract has been shown to have cognitive benefits for older adults, according to new research. Earlier studies have suggested that cocoa extract might have a protective effect on brain health, but the results from some studies have been … Read more
Women often struggle with new headaches in the bedroom as they get older, but these irritants don’t have to kill the mood. “As women age, factors such as hormonal changes can impact arousal and pleasure,” Dr. Usha Rajagopal, a board-certified plastic surgeon and the medical director of the San Francisco Plastic Surgery and Laser Center, … Read more
A senior living facility in Scotland recently held a “baby shower” using dolls for its patients with dementia. Ryan Meadows Care Home received 60 baby dolls from Pearl’s Memory Babies to host a baby shower for the patients, as SWNS reported. The residential facility tested the experience as part of a trial — and held a baby … Read more
These Oklahoma college freshmen are honorary seniors — senior citizens, that is. University of Tulsa students Shaun Roberts and Chance Jackson recently made the news when they chose to swap the hubbub of dorm life on campus for a relatively quiet room at Montereau, a local senior living community in Tulsa. “When I go to school … Read more
Over the years, nearly one-quarter of seniors have selected a healthcare plan that they weren’t happy with. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 Americans 65+ who have healthcare. In fact, results also found that a similar number (24%) have chosen a plan simply because it was the cheapest option. But today, seniors tend to … Read more
They’re oldies but Swifties. Seventy-something Taylor Swift fanatics are not shy when it comes to expressing their devotion to the pop star, and are buying her music, seeing her movie, and joining her fan groups — while their friends are off playing shuffleboard. Great-grandmother Linda Fox, 74, said she refrains from speaking about Swift with … Read more
When Rachel Williams decided to learn how to play ping pong, the 89-year-old could barely hit a ball. Three years later, the 89-year-old was making headlines in her local newspaper after placing seventh in the sport for her age group at the National Senior Games in Pittsburgh, Pa. Not bad for a pandemic hobby. Williams … Read more
Two in five seniors claim they’ll “never” move out of their house. A survey of 2,000 Americans aged 65+ found that 49% believe that the idea that people need to move away when they retire is outdated and 41% aren’t planning on leaving their current home any time soon. An astounding 95% of respondents are … Read more
Cyan-ara, sorrow! Rest azured, the secrets to living a long, happy life may be found in the world’s Blue Zones, which boast lower rates of chronic diseases and a longer life expectancy. Those areas include Sardinia in Italy, Okinawa in Japan, Loma Linda in California, the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica, and Ikaria in Greece. … Read more
Two-thirds of Americans 65 and older admit they wish they’d taken their health more seriously when they were younger, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. seniors looked at how they meet their fitness and health goals and found that 46% admit they don’t have any in place. Even so, 86% of seniors … Read more
Linda Bang had absolutely no interest in remarrying after her husband of 43 years, Dave, died in 2016. The Arizona mother of five and grandmother of 15 was content with the memories of what she believed was a once-in-a-lifetime bond. Then, bang! One day in late October 2022, love happened again — at age 70. … Read more
An Australian grandmother has been scammed out of nearly $480,000 in a complex fraud scheme after selling her family home. Jane, a customer of the bank ANZ for nearly five decades, fell victim to the scam under the belief that she was transferring her money into an ING bank account, which promised a high interest … Read more
It isn’t just for young people anymore — the average American 65 and older spends nearly 300 hours a year on social media, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 seniors who use social media looked at their usage and habits and found that they spend an average of 47 minutes a day on … Read more
How did you sleep last night? Not too well, if you’re like many Americans: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 35% of US adults don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis. This is more than just annoying, because sleeping less than seven hours a day is linked to a greater risk … Read more