Age often brings about a decline in health, but you may be able to protect yourself from developing some health problems by eating collard greens.

Nov 12, 2011 - Grace Covelli

Regular exercise for the elderly improves conditioning and helps to prevent the onset of chronic diseases. Seniors stand to benefit more than any other age group.

Dec 8, 2008 - Asa Ghaffar

Home caregivers and elderly persons looking for ways to remain active and productive learn how to participate in AARP's Create the Good volunteer network.

Nov 6, 2010 - Mary King

Regular strength training and aerobic exercise have been shown to maintain and even improve people's cognitive powers and brain health

Aug 3, 2011 - Sue Cartledge

Older adults get measurable benefits from exercising their brain 'muscles' with tests and games, and Australian scientists show how it works at the neurone level.

Aug 6, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

What can you give to the elderly? Many feel encumbered by too much stuff already. But who wouldn't welcome a hand at things, more fun, and quality time with loved ones.

Nov 29, 2009 - Elizabeth Harrington

Older adults need to engage in a variety of activities to maintain or increase their brain fitness and lessen the risk of dementia, including Alzheimer's.

May 4, 2010 - Robert McKelvie

Can listening to music or playing an instrument actually make you learn better? Research answers that question.

Jun 20, 2007 - Barbara Pytel

In 1993 psychologist Frances Rauscher published a study about the beneficial effect of listening to Mozart's music on the brain and the "Mozart Effect" was born.

Mar 16, 2010 - Kathleen Sonntag

Whole body vibration therapy helps seniors improve balance & bone density. Caregivers benefit from WBV, feeling less stress & worry over an elder's physical condition.

Sep 20, 2009 - Mary King

Senior community benefits from restorative powers of physical activity, cognitive stimulation, creative expression, and art, nature and music appreciation.

Mar 25, 2011 - Tiyana Webb

Elderly seniors need interesting activities, fun games & things to do to help keep memory sharp and bodies strong. These simple activity ideas help senior citizen health.

Jul 31, 2007 - Janienne Jennrich

Feel stuck between two generations in your family? Are you in the sandwich generation? Here are tips to create sparkle between children and seniors. Family fun.

Sep 24, 2007 - Maryan Pelland

What can a show that has women in their 20s and 40s competing for the same bachelor's attention teach us about dating? Plenty.

Jul 20, 2007 - Cherie Burbach

Research indicates that reminiscing can contribute to improved mental health among the elderly, yet some forgetting is important to normal short and long-term memory.

May 8, 2009 - Karen Lawrence

Stimulating the brain slows memory loss & boosts the formation of neural connections. Thinking & learning new concepts improves mental health for the long-term caregiver.

Feb 12, 2010 - Mary King

Activities that regularly exercise the brain may slow down memory loss and cognitive decline, but only if started early enough and done regularly, researchers warn

Aug 10, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

Dr. Daniel Amen's book "The Brain in Love" (formerly titled "Sex on the Brain") reveals gender & other differences in male & female brains & provides relationship advice.

Mar 8, 2010 - Lisa C. DeLuca

Numerous studies indicate that mediation helps people reduce the health effects of stress-while long-term practice may even alter how the brain functions.

Dec 10, 2009 - Kathy Jesperson

A healthy brain not only improves your memory and concentration, it reduces the risk of Alzheimers and other diseases. Here are 10 ways to increase your cognitive skills.

May 8, 2008 - Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen