What experts have to say about dark chocolate and your life expectancy If you’re a dark chocolate lover, you’re probably well aware of research that suggests it has important health benefits, mostly through improving heart health. After all, who doesn’t want to justify their chocolate addiction, in the name of longevity? But what “dose” of…
A Proven Treatment for Wrinkles Vitamin A products, including retinol and Retin-A, have been called the “gold standard” of anti-aging skin care, helping your skin look younger and smoother. But how were these ingredients developed, and how effective are they for treating wrinkles, and aging skin? A crucial vitamin: The importance of vitamin A to…
Can Testosterone Slow Aging? Could testosterone be the fountain of youth? This male sexual hormone has been controversially prescribed by some “anti-aging doctors” to slow the aging process. But is it safe? And does it actually work? Here’s what to know about if the rewards outweigh the risks for anti-aging hormone supplements. HGH Cincinnati Human…
Important Longevity To-Dos for Your 70s People’s health in their 70s varies a lot. Some people are completely healthy while others have multiple illnesses. No matter what your condition, there is a lot you can do to improve your health, prevent illnesses and keep your brain sharp. Here is a list of longevity to-dos that…
What Are the Benefits of Sunlight? Sunlight and Serotonin While too much of the sun’s warm rays can be harmful to your skin, the right balance can have lots of mood lifting benefits. Sunlight and darkness trigger the release of hormones in your brain. Exposure to sunlight is thought to increase the brain’s release of…
What Is Aging? What It Is, How It Happens & How to Stop It Aging: it’s something we all do, but understand very little about. Sure, it’s easy to make a list of all the changes that come with age – memory loss, wrinkles, muscle loss – but no one really understands what aging is,…
Does Being Married Improve Life Expectancy? When you grow old, who will take care of you? For many, that is a husband or wife. So does marriage improve life expectancy? Here’s what research shows. Does Marriage Improve Life Expectancy? Marriage was one of the first non-biological factors identified as improving life expectancy. The explanation given…
Sex and Aging for Men: Main Changes Primarily due to a drop in testosterone, men will experience changes in their sexual function as they age. These changes include (see sex tips for the older man for tips on dealing with these changes): Fewer sperm are produced Erections take longer to occur Erections may not be…
Everything You Need to Know About Adult Acne If you’re frustrated by blemishes you thought you’d left behind in your teenage years, you’re not alone. Many women have acne breakouts into their 30s, 40s and 50s. Here’s a look at how common adult acne is among older women, its causes and what you can do…
A Sweet Solution for Heart Health Antioxidants found in cocoa may help to fight heart disease. As more and more studies reveal the heart-healthy benefits of cocoa extract, a growing number of purportedly good-for-you chocolate products are hitting the market. From cocoa supplements to fortified chocolate bars, these products claim to lower blood pressure, keep…
