Home » ageing

ageing

Eating your greens helps to maintain sharp mental ability

A new study reveals that warding off potential cognitive decline can be as easy as upping your green leafy vegetable intake.

A 20-minute walk a day will prolong your life

Taking a brisk 20-minute walk a day could add years to your life, new research suggests.

Sugary drinks may cause us to age as much as cigarettes do

Recent research has revealed negative effects that the consumption of soft drinks can have on our ageing process.

Sleeping pills linked to 51 per cent increased Alzheimer’s risk

The long-term use of sleeping pills have been linked to a 51% increased risk of Alzheimer’s in the elderly.

Right-to-die group sees membership soar

A Swiss right-to-die organisation has reported a soaring number of applications from people wanting to create living wills.

Could learning another language stop your brain from ageing?

Learning a second language, even later in life, can have a positive impact on the brain and may stave off dementia.

Ease the symptoms of menopause with yoga

Hot flushes, low mood and concentration, irritability, heightened pain levels and trouble sleeping. The symptoms of menopause can be debilitating […]

Buffaloberry tipped as next superfuit

Forget the Goji Berry – the buffaloberry is the next big superfruit making waves in the health world.

Researchers discover a new treatment for osteoporosis

Researchers at the University of Sydney have made promising headway into a new water-soluble treatment for osteoporosis.

Distance running slows down ageing process

Distance running can slow down the ageing process by as much as 16 years, according to new research.

Mid-life crisis, or just men behaving badly?

Most females believe a mid-life crisis is just an excuse for men to behave badly, a US poll has found.

Joint effort

High-impact activities such as running and jumping can speed up the progression of arthritis.

Why women live longer than men

A new study has offered some insight into why women have a greater life expectancy than men.

Managing arthritis

Although my 97-year-old grandfather still enjoys a weekly game of golf, his arthritis makes the game less enjoyable than it […]

Patients’ Dying Wishes Not Always Heard

While older patients are naturally more likely to be weighing up their end-of-life care options, a new study suggests that their wishes are not always being honoured.

Red wine could help you live to 150

New evidence has supported the theory that a compound found in red wine is linked to a longer and healthier life.

Protect your skin from the festive season

The festive season is here, and with it comes a multitude of threats to your skin – from sun damage, to alcohol-induced blotchiness. Dr Farah Meher-Homji shares her essential beauty tips.

The future of skincare

Christine Snow, national education manager for True Solutions, is back to discuss the future of beauty treatments with us, and the new skin technologies we must know about.

MiNDFOOD Radio: Dr Ross Walker

Dr Ross Walker is an eminent practicing cardiologist with a passion for people and health. Author of six books (some of which have been best sellers) he chats about his latest release, The Five Stages of Health.

Feed Your Face

When it comes to fighting the physical signs of ageing, it’s not just what goes on your face that counts, it’s also what you feed your body. MiNDFOOD reports.

Culture remains in Italian winemaking

Winemaking fads come and go, but culture remains, says Italian winemaker Elisabetta Fagiuoli, MiNDFOOD reports.

Exercise protects the brain

Two new studies provide more evidence that regular aerobic exercise not only staves off the problems with thinking and memory that often come with age, but it can actually help turn back the clock on brain ageing, MiNDFOOD reports.

Mastermind

Stop ageing in its tracks by caring for your brain. Follow these seven steps for a long and healthy life, MiNDFOOD reports.

Midlife crisis at 35?

Worries about the economy and healthcare are pushing people into middle age earlier, making 35 the new 40, according to latest reports revealed by MiNDFOOD.

1 2 3

BECOME A MiNDFOOD SUBSCRIBER TODAY

Let us keep you up to date with our weekly MiNDFOOD e-newsletters which include the weekly menu plan, health and news updates or tempt your taste buds with the MiNDFOOD Daily Recipe.