We couldn’t do our work at Penn State and other universities without the help of a grant from the federal government through ...

Colon cancer (also called colorectal cancer) is no longer just a disease of older adults — its incidence is rising sharply ...

These over-50 champs—and a growing body of research—show what we gain by staying active later in life. Nora Langdon, 82, started powerlifting in her 60s and quickly got hooked. Over the past two ...

Magnesium is a mineral that provides several key functions in the body. It keeps your muscles strong, regulates blood sugar levels and contributes to heart health. Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a ...

And in a world full of overpriced powders and overhyped anti-aging gimmicks, creatine is a rare thing: a supplement that ...

As people age, staying socially connected becomes more important than ever. For many older adults, mobility challenges, health issues, and changes in living circumstances can lead to isolation.

A study found that older adults who regularly listened to music had a 39% lower risk of developing dementia compared to those who didn't make music a part of their daily lives.

How long you should be able to balance on one leg varies, but at least 10 or 15 seconds is the minimum. The exact amount of ...

In a study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, researchers at UNT Health Fort Worth found at-home heat therapy ...

In another interesting study, researchers explored whether physical activity can train, strengthen, and protect your immune ...

Retirement today doesn’t look like it did a generation ago, and for many Americans over 65, the dream isn’t to slow down but ...

Soups that offer plenty of lean or plant-based protein are a delicious and comforting way to boost satiety and support muscle health, among other benefits.