Although it seems like we’re living in the future sometimes, life expectancy is actually on the decline in most places. Even in developed nations, where you’d expect modern science and technology to help citizens live longer, those numbers just keep falling. A Shocking Study Researchers recently published a study in …
Read MoreEat delicious food, feel and look younger. It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? But these anti-aging foods are proven powerhouses when it comes to battling the effects of aging. While you can get the same benefits from supplements, your body will absorb the macro- and micronutrients much …
Read MoreWorried about the health of your gray matter? Nootropics—a class of supplements and drugs—may be the answer. Studies have shown that these brain power supplements can help boost memory, alertness, and other brain functions. They might also be able to stave off the effects of aging on the brain. Caffeine …
Read MoreAs you grow older, many things change. Your sleeping habits aren’t immune from the march of time. In fact, many people find that they wake up more often during the night, get by on fewer hours of sleep, or feel the need to take more frequent naps. While everyone’s needs …
Read MoreStaying fit as you grow older is an excellent goal. Regular exercise can not only help you live longer but even keep your mind sharper and help you look younger. But not every exercise out there is ideal for aging bodies. 20-something gym rats may make these look easy, but …
Read MoreWe’d all like to live longer, happier lives. But how do you make it to 100 or even 110 years old? These super-centenarians reveal the lifestyle habits that helped them reach their impressive birthday milestones. Brain Teasers and Wine Alida Victoria Grubba Rudge, a native of Brazil, lived to the …
Read MoreAccording to the World Health Organization, about 15 percent of adults over the age of 60 suffer from some form of mental illness. All too often, however, their changes in mood and behavior are dismissed out of hand or chalked up to the aging process. As we care for elderly …
Read MoreIs your diet making you look older than you are? Unhealthy foods can take a toll on your waistline and your face. Here’s what the experts say to eat to fight wrinkles — and the foods you should limit. Say Yes: Salmon Salmon isn’t just delicious. The fish is also high …
Read MoreA healthy gut is one of the foundations of overall wellness. Over the last decade or so, people have become more aware of the damaging effects of stress and processed foods on our health. IBS and gluten intolerance are household words, and it’s common to see gluten warning labels on …
Read MoreMaintaining muscle mass as you grow older is one of the keys to good health throughout your retirement years. To get fit and stay healthy, you need to exercise. But where to start? Regardless of your fitness level right now, you can get started without an expensive gym membership or …
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