Listen to the audio version of this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Many things about the brain and the ‘mind’ are poorly understood. Researchers may take decades to untangle some of the mysteries surrounding normal brain function, aging and the development of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss. Today, doctors and […]
Staying motivated while we’re stuck at home is not easy. Without anything to look forward to, we let the days go by and forget to get ourselves up and moving. The days seem to mesh together and before we know it, we haven’t done anything for our health all week. Set a goal A great […]
Seniors, these past few weeks have been rough! We are in the middle of a pandemic, massive protests, and its hurricane season again. Instead of staring blankly at toxic news cycles, step outside and go for a walk. Walking is an excellent way to get a nice kick of endorphins (a chemical released into your […]
While gyms are reopening and we all want to get back in shape, it’s important to think about our unique circumstance and how we can stay safe while working out. If your gym is not safe for you to visit, then there are ways to make exercising at home a part of your daily routine. […]
Do you want to be stronger or build up the stamina to walk around or clean the house for longer time? Goals like these keep us moving when motivation does not exist. Sometimes, the desire to lose weight or eat healthier to live longer is not enough. We all like our favorite foods and should […]
Although we are isolating ourselves from each other and keeping our distance, this is not an excuse for slowing down our life or discontinuing our routine. While things have changed and our social gatherings, outings and other activities have come to a halt, we should not give up on our socializing and entertainment. We should […]
America is obsessed with weight loss trends and being skinny. There have been so many fad diets in the past decades it would be hard to keep track of them all! The pressure to be thin is overwhelming, and the older an adult is, the harder it can be. However, losing weight is possible without […]
Attention all seniors! Do not let the winter slow you down, get up, and whip that body into shape. Aging may be a natural part of life, but do not slow down and let it take over. Did you know that after 30, you begin to lose between 3% to 5% of muscle per decade, […]
The holidays are near and so are the temptations to eat heavy meals with desserts and to indulge a bit more than usual. We want you to know that this is totally okay, but you should keep in mind to stay active as much as possible. It is difficult with schedules getting busier and the […]
As we age it is important to keep our bodies not only limber, but strong! Getting a regular amount of physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Regular exercise lowers our levels of stress, reduces the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and Alzheimer’s. Yet, how […]
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