Able Mart | Aging and Disability https://able-mart.com/ Baby boomer health issues. Wed, 09 Apr 2025 02:18:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 171010045 Understanding Stroke: Diagnosis and Treatment https://able-mart.com/neuro-health/understanding-stroke-diagnosis-and-treatment/ https://able-mart.com/neuro-health/understanding-stroke-diagnosis-and-treatment/#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:21:57 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=80 Impact-Site-Verification: 14dd5753-4fa2-4c35-b5bd-1e89613f8bf2Your brain is the most important organ in your body—it regulates and coordinates functions that keep you alive and well. When it doesn’t get enough oxygen, you’re at risk of having a stroke. This is a potentially life-threatening disease that needs immediate medical attention.   Close to 800,000 people in the U.S. suffer a […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/neuro-health/understanding-stroke-diagnosis-and-treatment/feed/ 1 80 Herbal Teas for Inflammation https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/herbal-teas-for-inflammation/ https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/herbal-teas-for-inflammation/#respond Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:20:41 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=215 Herbal teas for inflammation, including black, green, white, and oolong, are considered to be a functional food. This term is used to describe foods that provide health benefits beyond their basic nutritional value. Tea is a rich source of antioxidants, which can help protect cells in the body from damage caused by molecules called free […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/herbal-teas-for-inflammation/feed/ 0 215 Parkinson’s Disease: Understanding the Symptoms and Causes https://able-mart.com/neuro-health/parkinsons-disease-understanding-the-symptoms-and-causes/ https://able-mart.com/neuro-health/parkinsons-disease-understanding-the-symptoms-and-causes/#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:20:41 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=202 Parkinson’s disease affects movement. The symptoms start slowly and may at first be barely noticeable. As the disease worsens, you may notice tremors in your hand, slurred speech, stiffness of your limbs, and facial expression becomes lesser. Although a cure for this disease has not been found, there are medications that can notably improve the […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/neuro-health/parkinsons-disease-understanding-the-symptoms-and-causes/feed/ 11 202 Micronutrients for Aging Adults https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/importance-of-micronutrients-aging-adults/ https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/importance-of-micronutrients-aging-adults/#comments Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:18:04 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=171 As we age, the importance of micronutrients becomes very important. Older adults’ appetites and activity levels usually decrease at this time. This can lead to a decreased intake of food which might cause a deficiency in vitamins or minerals that are needed for normal life activities. It can lead you to be susceptible to illnesses […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/importance-of-micronutrients-aging-adults/feed/ 9 171 Types of Upper Extremity Injuries & How to Treat Them https://able-mart.com/orthopedic-health/types-of-upper-extremity-injuries-how-to-treat-them/ https://able-mart.com/orthopedic-health/types-of-upper-extremity-injuries-how-to-treat-them/#comments Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:17:15 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=138 Upper extremity injuries are some of the most commonly seen injuries in an emergency setting, especially as it pertains to those participating in competitive sport or athletic activities.  Many cases involving upper extremity injuries require emergency attention due to the need for immediate treatment to ensure the best possible recovery of a very important part […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/orthopedic-health/types-of-upper-extremity-injuries-how-to-treat-them/feed/ 11 138 The Benefits of Black Garlic https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/the-benefits-of-black-garlic/ https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/the-benefits-of-black-garlic/#comments Sun, 06 Apr 2025 17:17:01 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=155 Aside from its use as a seasoning, the benefits of black garlic are its mineral content–calcium, iron, and manganese. In addition to this, aged black garlic is known to help reduce inflammation and reduce the risk of certain illnesses. Aged Black Garlic Benefits Most people think of garlic as a spice for flavoring food, but […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/the-benefits-of-black-garlic/feed/ 15 155 What is the Cause of my Back Pain? https://able-mart.com/orthopedic-health/what-is-the-cause-of-my-back-pain/ https://able-mart.com/orthopedic-health/what-is-the-cause-of-my-back-pain/#comments Sun, 06 Apr 2025 05:16:57 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=65 Back pain is a prominent complaint among millions, accounting for the large majority of disability cases globally. The linkage between back pain and causation are several, with incidents ranging from collision, injury, poor posture, age, wear & tear, arthritis, and other medical conditions like shingles or spinal infection. Your occupation, health status, activity level, and […]

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]]> https://able-mart.com/functional-foods/functional-foods-for-aging-adults/feed/ 20 93 Prevent Heart Disease by Learning About Your Heart https://able-mart.com/heart-health/prevent-heart-disease-by-learning-about-your-heart/ https://able-mart.com/heart-health/prevent-heart-disease-by-learning-about-your-heart/#comments Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:15:52 +0000 https://able-mart.com/?p=50 Your heart is directly involved in supplying all of your organs with the oxygen they need to function properly. Without it, your body would completely shut down. This is why it’s so important to take good care of your heart. If you develop heart disease, your heart is no longer able to perform its primary function […]

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