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11/11/2025

11/09/2025

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Post-operative delirium (POD) in older individuals is an acute, fluctuating disturbance in attention and cognition that often develops shortly after surgery and anesthesia. It's characterized by problems with focus, awareness, and thinking, which can range from hypoactive (quiet and withdrawn) to hyperactive (agitated and confused) states, significantly increasing morbidity and mortality in this population. POD is quite common, affecting an estimated 10% to 50% of older adults following major surgery, depending on the patient's health status, the complexity of the procedure, and the specific assessment methods used.

A randomized controlled clinical trial evaluated the effects of inhaling peppermint EO on POD in older adults after surgery. The peppermint group inhaled one drop from a cotton pad soaked with 2 mL of 2% peppermint EO that was placed near his or her nose for 10 minutes the night before the surgery, prior to receiving anesthesia, and while in the post-anesthesia care unit. The control group inhaled saline from a cotton pad in the same manner. The peppermint EO group experienced significantly lower POD incidence within the three days following surgery. The peppermint group also reported reduced pain and anxiety scores as a side benefit. These findings suggest peppermint EO inhalation is an effective way to reduce POD and improve surgical outcomes in older adults.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550830725001636

11/08/2025

Physical activity may help slow the buildup of tau and delay cognitive decline in people with early Alzheimer's.

Walking 3,000 to 7,500 steps daily may slow cognitive decline in older adults with early Alzheimer's, reducing tau buildup and improving brain health.

11/08/2025

This Mediterranean diet inspired quiche skips the crust and features protein-packed white beans and savory roasted broccoli.

This broccoli, white bean and cheese quiche is an easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any meal. This quiche skips the crust but keeps all the savory goodness in the filling.

11/07/2025

Findings reveal a potential breakthrough for treating diseases like Alzheimer’s and frontotemporal dementia.

Weill Cornell researchers uncovered how free radicals from astrocyte mitochondria can fuel dementia. Using new compounds that target these radicals at their source, they slowed brain inflammation and neuronal damage in mice. The findings reveal a potential breakthrough for treating diseases like Alz...

11/05/2025

Staying active and exercising is important for our overall wellness, especially as we age.

An international team of researchers reports that the immune cells of older adults with a history of endurance training are more effective at combating inflammation. Regular physical activity not only benefits the muscles, lungs, and heart, but also enhances the body’s immune defenses. This concl

11/05/2025

There are more senior living options than ever before, but most people haven't talked about senior care with their parents and there's still a lot of stigma associated with senior housing,

Did you know we can help you understand what options are available? Don't hesitate to reach out so we can help you navigate this journey.

New data shows 70% of caregivers don't want their aging parents to move in. But the financial tolls of caregiving often lead to just that.

11/03/2025

Regularly helping others, whether through volunteering or simple acts of kindness, can slow cognitive decline and boost brain health in older adults.

Regularly helping others, whether through volunteering or simple acts of kindness, can slow cognitive decline and boost brain health in older adults, new research finds.

11/02/2025

According to the research, we need to spend around 10 hours a day on brain care to stay healthy. That means getting enough sleep, eating and drinking well, interacting with other people socially, and exercising.

When did you last find yourself with some spare time on your hands? A lack of free time, or 'temporal inequity', could be contributing to dementia risk, according to a new study.

10/29/2025

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