8 Habits That Could Extend Your Life 24 Years If you want to live a long life, health experts say maintaining healthy eating habits and staying physically active can go a long way in fulfilling this goal. Lending support to the experts are previously published studies that show how a healthy lifestyle can contribute to … Continue reading “8 Habits That Could Extend Your Life 24 Years”
Category: Anti-Aging
Live Long And Well
Live Long And Well When Elizabeth Francis celebrated her birthday in July, the Houston, Texas resident earned a title that few people have ever achieved: Francis is the oldest living person in Texas. Now, Francis’ age of 114 places her in the unique class of supercentenarians—people who are 110 years old or older. The great-great-grandmother … Continue reading “Live Long And Well”
Walking: Do You Need 10,000 Steps?
Walking: Do You Need 10,000 Steps? Hitting 10,000 steps a day was once considered the “gold standard” for daily physical activity. A new study, however, says that people can still reach their physical activity goals and enjoy health benefits with fewer steps. The study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology in August, found … Continue reading “Walking: Do You Need 10,000 Steps?”
As You Age, What’s More Important—Stretching, Balance Work or Strength Training?
As You Age, What’s More Important—Stretching, Balance Work or Strength Training? Strength, balance, and flexibility are key factors for people of all ages to live a quality life and are of even greater importance to older adults. The loss or lessening of any of these factors for people 65 and over can mean the difference … Continue reading “As You Age, What’s More Important—Stretching, Balance Work or Strength Training?”
Walking Properly
Walking Properly Tim Dowling thought he was already good at walking—until he met Joanna Hall, a movement specialist and fitness expert who developed walking techniques now used by people around the world. Dowling, a contributing writer to The Guardian, was skeptical that learning how to walk better could result in huge health benefits. But, he … Continue reading “Walking Properly”
One Thing The Healthiest and Happiest People Never Do! From A 102-Year-Old Doctor
One Thing The Healthiest and Happiest People Never Do! From A 102-Year-Old Doctor If there’s one thing Dr. Gladys McGarey says her mother taught her, it was the practice of letting go of things that drain your energy and focus on things that matter. After learning that lesson and with 102 years of experience under … Continue reading “One Thing The Healthiest and Happiest People Never Do! From A 102-Year-Old Doctor”
Supplements For Healthy Aging And Ways To Get Healthier
Supplements For Healthy Aging And Ways To Get Healthier As older adults sort through fruits and vegetables in the produce aisle, they are also reaching for dietary supplements in the health food section. Along with maintaining a high level of physical activity, many people are using supplements as another way to stay healthy. According to … Continue reading “Supplements For Healthy Aging And Ways To Get Healthier”
Healthy Aging!
Healthy Aging! When people over 60 feel chronic pain, have frequent falls, experience fatigue, or struggle with forgetfulness, it’s common to dismiss their issues as a “normal part of aging.” A lack of response to seniors’ complaints could lead to more health problems and even shorten their life expectancy. Unfortunately, older adults’ health issues routinely … Continue reading “Healthy Aging!”
Sitting All Day is Terrible For You!
Sitting All Day is Terrible For You! Many adults spend the majority of their workday sitting down, and health experts are concerned about the harmful effects of sedentary jobs. However, a new study from Columbia University says taking a five-minute walk every 30 minutes will help ward off the harmful effects of sitting. There was … Continue reading “Sitting All Day is Terrible For You!”
Hydration: Good Hydration May Lower Disease Risk
Hydration: Good Hydration May Lower Disease Risk It’s often reported that drinking water is essential for overall good health. Still, a new study suggests that drinking enough may lower the risk of developing chronic disease, slow the aging process, and reduce the risk of premature death. In a study published in eBioMedicine in January, a … Continue reading “Hydration: Good Hydration May Lower Disease Risk”
