Consuming too much sugar is linked to dementia, according to a new study.
Report: Deaths among older adults from malnutrition in US jumped from 2013 to 2020
By
Kristen Fischer
Nov 09, 2023
People 85 and up are disproportionately affected by malnutrition that can lead to death, a new study finds. The report showed that malnutrition in people over 65 fell between 1999 and 2006, plateaued until...
Dietary quality has worsened for older U.S. adults, 2-decade study reveals
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 14, 2022
Fully 61% of older Americans have a poor quality diet, an increase of 10% between 2001 and 2018, according to standardized measures.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, Feb. 9
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 09, 2021
Vulnerable nursing home residents can mount a strong antibody defense to coronavirus, study finds … ‘Insufficient’ chewing ability tied to residents’ poor oral health and orofacial pain … Most...
Simple exercises improve oral functioning in elders
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 07, 2020
Older study participants showed improvements in all functions measured after participating in an eight-week oral exercises program.
Elderly patients with GERD more likely to ignore severe symptoms
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 25, 2020
Elderly patients have a high tolerance for acid reflux symptoms, putting them at risk of untreated severe disease, says a medical specialist.
Late-in-the-day eating not heart healthy for women
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 12, 2019
Women who eat the bulk of their daily calories in the evening face a higher heart disease risk, according to new research from Columbia University.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, October 21
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 20, 2019
Verma: Drug ‘innovation doesn’t mean anything’ if it’s too costly … Research reveals why disordered eating is common in dementia … Harvard scientists pinpoint neural activity’s...
Healthy foods trump type of diet for reducing heart disease
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Alicia Lasek
Aug 28, 2019
A diet’s emphasis on fat, carbohydrates or protein may have less impact on heart health than simply eating more healthy foods, researchers say.
Intervention: How eating and drinking can save your skin
By
Martie Moore
Jan 14, 2015
Graduating with a nursing degree in hand, I was ready to bring my new knowledge and skills to the bedside. Thirty years later, I am amazed at how much I still have to learn and apply to my practice. In...