Staying Active and Connected: Senior Activities in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties Ask a longtime East Bay senior center regular why they keep coming back, and the answer is rarely “the bingo.” It’s the friend they sit next to at lunch, the exercise class that keeps their knees working, or the volunteer gig that gives… Continue reading Staying Active and Connected
Eating salty foods may lead to a shorter lifespan. That’s what new research coming out of the American Heart Association indicates. A study conducted out of France and the U.K. points to the idea that those who have diets that are overly rich in salt are at higher risk of stroke and heart attack.… Continue reading Small Diet Changes May Improve Heart Health
Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disorder that affects movement. It occurs when brain cells that produce dopamine gradually die, leading to symptoms such as tremors, muscle stiffness, slowed movement, and balance problems, along with possible changes in mood, sleep, and cognition over time. It’s caused by the loss of cells within the brain that produce… Continue reading Early Stages of Parkinson’s Disease
A new study has revealed a little bit more information than was previously held regarding the popular over the counter medication, acetaminophen. It doesn’t work just by blocking pain in the brain; it also works by blocking nerve endings within the body where pain might be experienced. Acetaminophen, often referred to by its brand… Continue reading A New Understanding of How Acetaminophen Works
