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People who were more socially isolated were more likely to have a lower than-recommended intake of five micronutrients These micronutrients are typically found in small quantities in fruits, vegetables, legumes Inadequate intake of these micronutrients puts people at greater risk of health problems as they get older

Researchers say social isolation can cause food cravings similar to "the cravings for social connections" The study included 93 premenopausal participants, and the results indicated that people who experienced loneliness had a higher body fat percentage To conduct the study, researchers linked brain chemistry from socially isolated individuals to poor mental health, weight gain, cognitive loss, & chronic diseases

Participating in group activities provides opportunities for social interaction and connection, vanquishing feelings of isolation that can plague older adults Activities that stimulate the brain like puzzles, games, or learning new skills like mental yoga prevent cognitive decline and memory loss, and keep minds sharp Brain-boosting activities enhance memory, and group engagements ward off loneliness and purposelessness

Take care of your social relationships because they have been shown to increase empathy and reduce anxiety and despair A healthy diet is crucial for physical and mental well-being as well as maintaining a constant level of energy throughout the day Volunteering and community work can provide your post-60 life a much-needed purpose as well as financial benefits in some cases

The study reveals people with the lowest amount of social contact had overall brain volume that was significantly lower than those with the most social contact.

The study found a large array of associations between potentially modifiable ADRD risk factors and both loneliness and lack of social support Individuals who smoked more, excessively drank alcohol, experienced sleep disturbances, didn't exercise - all had greater odds of being lonely In the research, increased regular participation in physical exercise with other people was associated with a reduced sense of loneliness

Kids who watch too much television are at risk of victimisation and social isolation and adopting violent and antisocial behaviour toward other students by age 13, says a study.

Analysis of the data showed that loneliness/social isolation was associated with a 29 per cent increased risk of a heart or angina attack and a 32 per cent heightened risk of having a stroke.

When people become obsessed with eating healthy all the time, they impose strict regulations upon them and become fixated on ''righteous eating''.