Suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia is not only a nightmare but it also poses a lot of risks. Patients suffering from such cognitive impairments don’t just live severely compromised lives, they are also at significant risk of getting lost or getting into accidents due to their conditions. 
The immune system is something that is highly misunderstood not just by everyday people but also by the many conventional doctors who we depend on for health advice. Many people resort to things like synthetic vitamins and medicines (ignoring better natural alternatives) to deal with colds and improve immunity, but the cycle of sickness always seems to continue. >>“Very Promising:” USC Researchers Discover How to Regenerate Your Entire Immune System in 72 Hours
Maybe old dogs can’t learn new tricks, but what about elderly people? There’s no denying that as humans get older, we seem to slowly lose our brain capacity. For decades, we’ve been told that aging naturally leads to the death of brain cells, but new research is challenging this myth. The big question is can the human brain continue to regenerate even as we age? >>New Research Proves that Your Brain Can Still Regenerate Even in Old Age
There’s a lot that can be said about the problem of loneliness for older people in the Western World. There seems to be a new and innovative solution, however, as Tea Party Raves are growing in popularity. The Posh Club in South London has been organizing these rave parties for the elderly and they include much more than just lukewarm tea and talking cones. Instead, there’s music blasting from the speakers and alcohol on the tables!
Who doesn’t enjoy a can of soda while watching Tv or eating dinner? We as Americans consider this habit as our special way of relaxing after a stressful day. However, you’ve probably heard someone on the news, or a friend tell you these beverages are not healthy for you; and they are right. You may love drinking soda, but there’s no denying that it’s bad for your health. In fact, strong evidence says that the habit of consuming soda regularly can have long-lasting negative consequences on the body…
Burials may not be a fun subject to talk about but with nearly 8 billion people on the planet right now, it’s definitely important. And given how many different types of burials people have come up with so far, it’s actually quite a “lively” conversation to have. >>Organic Burial Pods – A New Alternative to the Traditional Graveyards
We’ve all heard that drinking alcohol is not good for our health or waistline, but you don’t have to give up all of it. In fact, according to scientists, having a glass of your favorite wine every now and then can help you prevent infections. >>Wine Kills Germs That Cause Sore Throats and Dental Plaque Says Study
Steve Irwin has accomplished a lot of great things for wildlife awareness and preservation in his life. Together with his wife, Terry Irwin, he created the edutainment series, “The Crocodile Hunter” and founded the “Steve Irwin Conservation Foundation.” He did pass away in 2006, however, too soon to have accomplished everything he wanted. 
Most of us add “regular fitness/exercise” to our New Year’s resolutions but most of us stop acting on said resolutions before the first month of the year is over. A big reason for that is that we don’t think much about the many different benefits of regular exercise and we just know “It’s good for us” and that’s it. If, however, we focus our attention not so much on the activity itself but on the many benefits we get from it, our chances of solidifying it as a long-term habit increases. >>Hope, Happiness And Social Connection Are The Main Benefits of Regular Exercise
Some might tell you that forcing a smile even when you don’t feel like it can decrease stress and improve your mood. While this may be true to some extent, researchers from Penn State University found another interesting link, this time between forced smiles at work and heavy drinking. >>Forced Smiles at Work Linked with Heavy Drinking, Study Finds
