Zoomer Report Podcast
1) Exercise & Disability
There is more evidence on the benefits of exercise, especially as we age! A study published in the Annals of internal medicine finds that Zoomers who regularly exercise are less likely to suffer a dis...Show More
2) Expiry Date Check
Have you checked the expiry dates on your medications and other products lately? Most people do it infrequently, but it’s a good idea to clean out your medicine cabinet twice a year. After the expiry ...Show More
3) Diabetes & After Dinner Walk
For people with type 2 diabetes, a short walk after eating may help lower blood sugar levels more than exercising at other times of the day, a new study shows. A measurement of blood sugar called pos...Show More
4) Meditation and Memory
Here's something that may help older adults who are beginning to notice memory problems. It doesn't need a prescription, and you can do it at home... meditation. Researchers randomly assigned voluntee...Show More
5) Botox and Emotion
Here’s something to think about if you’re considering Botox injections. A new study finds people who receive the treatments to decrease their wrinkles may also lessen their ability to completely feel ...Show More
6) Lifespan Limit
Is there a limit to the human lifespan? It’s a subject of vigourous debate – now A study in Nature by Albert Einstein College of Medicine scientists suggests that it may not be possible to extend the ...Show More
7) Crashes and Sleep Loss
Here's a sobering finding that underscores the importance of getting enough sleep. A report, from the US "AAA" Foundation for Traffic Safety, finds that missing just an hour or two of shut-eye nearly ...Show More
8) Gratitude
Our mothers always told us we should be thankful for what we have. Now there’s evidence that doing just that will make us feel happy and even improve our health. Robert Emmons, a professor of psycholo...Show More
9) Asthma Misdiagnosis
Do you have asthma? It is extremely common, about three million Canadians have been diagnosed with the condition. But researchers now say if you are one of them, you should double-check. A study led b...Show More
10) Retirement Health
The secret to a healthier retirement may be surprising: work. New research out of the U.S. shows that retirees who continue to work in some capacity, even part-time, are less likely to experience phy...Show More