A Legacy of Sorts
Category: Healthy Aging
I was recently going through some old paperwork and found a notebook with all of my original newsletters. I was surprised to see that my very first one was published […]
Are You Part of the “Ageless Revolution?”
Category: Healthy Aging
What do you think of when you see this birthday cake? Another year older….right? Did you know that the word “aging” is an unpopular term now? Only 31% use this […]
Have you stopped and smelled the flowers lately?
Category: Healthy Aging
We are often looking for that magic bullet that will help us find the fountain of youth. Taking a moment to “stop and smell the flowers” can have positive effects […]
CoQ10…Important for aging population as well as those taking a statin
Category: Healthy Aging
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a naturally occurring compound in the body that plays a crucial role in cellular energy production. It is found in almost all tissues and organs, with […]
Want To Slow Down the Aging Process?
Category: Healthy Aging
Drink more water! In a recent study the National Institute of Health examined the serum sodium levels in 11,000 people over a period of 30 years, The serum sodium level […]
How is Your Life Span vs Your Health Span?
Category: Healthy Aging
Life span refers to the maximum amount of time that a species or individual can potentially live, while health span refers to the amount of time that an individual is […]
Why Exercise Should Be On Every Senior’s New Year’s Resolutions
Category: Brain Health
We know the drill ~ a new year begins and many begin to commit themselves to their newly made resolutions……….losing weight, eating healthier food, getting more sleep……and often before the […]
What is Collagen and How Can It Help Me?
Category: Healthy Aging
According to Wikipedia collagen is the main structural protein in the extracellular matrix found in the body’s various connective tissues. As the main component of connective tissue, it is the […]
The Dangers of a Sedentary Life
Category: Exercise
Seeing this picture of these two adorable children completely passive but thoroughly engaged in media made me very sad. I want to see them running outside, exploring nature, flying kites, […]
Tips On How To Stay Young Despite Your Age
Category: Healthy Aging
I was fortunate enough to attend a very thought-provoking lecture by Dan Buettner, author of the book, The Blue Zones Solution, one I highly recommend. What began as a National Geographic […]