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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 24, 2025

4 min

The Truth: Does Lunula Disappear with Age?

According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, lunular visibility decreases as we age due to physiological changes in the nail unit. So, does lunula disappear with age? The reality is more nuanced than a simple yes or no, as the half-moon often becomes less visible rather than vanishing completely.

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Oct 21, 2025

4 min

Why do nails harden as you age? The natural changes in senior nail health

Did you know that after the age of 25, the rate of nail growth naturally declines by about 0.5% each year? This and other biological shifts are key to understanding why do nails harden as you age, a normal process that many older adults experience.

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Oct 20, 2025

5 min

Which parts of the body continue to grow throughout life?

Contrary to what many believe, your skeleton stops growing in length after adolescence when growth plates fuse. So, with your bones no longer extending, which parts of the body continue to grow throughout life? The truth is a fascinating look into the body's dynamic aging processes, involving cell regeneration, tissue degradation, and the relentless pull of gravity.

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