Flamingoes Can Slow Down Aging—But Only If They Embrace This Lifestyle
Despite the uniform appearance of pink flamingo flocks, individuals live very different lifestyles. In the Camargue region of…
Eating a small handful of this snack a day can slow down aging: study
It sounds nuts, but one snack may help you live longer. Telomeres — the caps at the ends…
Sex After 50: The Most Common Issues And How To Handle Them
Living in an ageist culture that equates sex with youth, you may believe things fizzle out in the…
New genetic study reveals why people age differently
It’s a fact of life: Some people age better than others. Some ease into their 90s with mind…
US Not Ready for Growing Older Population
A growing population of older adults and differing levels of accessibility to grocery stores and healthcare across the…
4 Standing Strength Tests to Master After 45
Standing strength isn’t solely about muscle power; it reveals how easily your body moves throughout the day, avoids…
Your 50s And Beyond Could Be Your Strongest Years
The most pervasive myth about aging in our culture is that your body is winding down and the…
Why You Should Focus on Longevity, Not Short-Term Fitness Goals
Throughout my adult life, I’ve been fairly fit—give or take two pregnancies. But until somewhat recently, my efforts…
5 Balance Tests That Reveal How Well You’re Aging
Challenging your balance is an easy way to give you a “snapshot” into how your body’s truly communicating…
Why Some 80-Year-Olds Have the Memory of 50-Year-Olds
Summary: For 25 years, scientists have studied “SuperAgers”—people aged 80 and above whose memory rivals those decades younger.…