• • • Keeping muscle as we age. A friend of mine just moved her elderly mother into a new living situation. Her mom had fallen, twice, and it was only a matter of time before she seriously hurt herself. Falls become more common as we age...
Read More• • • Think of yourself as a leaf on a tree. Contributing what we can while realizing we’re not indispensable releases us to appreciate our own life cycle. “Ruth, you’re not indispensable.” That’s what my supervisor told me when I announced that I would be leaving my...
Read More◊ “As I live into my own process of aging, my worldview has been informed by the depth and insight of many great teachers.” ♦ As I live into my own process of aging, my worldview has been informed by the depth and insight of many great teachers....
Read More◊ Gut issues increase as you age, but there’s so much you can do to keep it functioning well. Aging is a natural process that gradually stresses your gut function by impacting your colonic, gastric, and esophageal motility—essentially the body’s ability to move food. Impaired digestion often forces you to...
Read More♠ Age is nothing, but a number. Age is nothing, but a number. No, literally—without knowing someone’s chronological age, science can’t pinpoint how old someone is. What does aging mean to you? Read these 6 stories to embrace graceful aging. ⇓ 5 Ways to Rewire Your Thoughts on the...
Read MoreLet go of the pressure to love your body. As you age, body neutrality helps you see your body as a resource whose value is constant. Plus: 10 Body Neutrality Affirmations Our bodies are meant to change as we change. And so it’s only natural for them...
Read More♠ Beyond “knowing best,” wisdom is a process one must tap into. ♠ Will I be wise when I get old? I remember asking myself this question many years ago. The question may have been triggered by stories or sayings about older people being the wise ones in...
Read MoreLet go of the pressure to love your body. As you age, body neutrality helps you see your body as a resource whose value is constant. Our bodies are meant to change as we change. And so it’s only natural for them to feel and look...
Read MoreAging and chronic inflammation turn out to be so interconnected, the research world has a new term: “inflammaging.” It doesn’t feel fair, does it? Just as we’re getting wise to the world, the world is taking its toll on our bodies. Wouldn’t it be great if...
Read More◊ Keeping muscle as we age. A friend of mine just moved her elderly mother into a new living situation. Her mom had fallen, twice, and it was only a matter of time before she seriously hurt herself. Falls become more common as we age due to...
Read More◊ New research on why forgetfulness in later life should be honored. Plus, talking to a virtual counselor could be more effective than in-person therapy. And it’s time to buy some prunes. Prunes Are a Bone’s Best Friend When you think of prunes, what comes to mind? Running...
Read MoreAging and chronic inflammation turn out to be so interconnected, the research world has a new term: “inflammaging.” It doesn’t feel fair, does it? Just as we’re getting wise to the world, the world is taking its toll on our bodies. Wouldn’t it be great if...
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“Are there drawbacks to intentionally switching off our facial muscles? Because instinctively it feels like there might be.” As we approach the tail end of our thirties, we start to notice fine lines and wrinkles where plump skin once was. Early signs of aging cause many to ponder...
Read MoreThink of yourself as a leaf on a tree. Contributing what we can while realizing we’re not indispensable releases us to appreciate our own life cycle. “Ruth, you’re not indispensable.” That’s what my supervisor told me when I announced that I would be leaving my position as...
Read MoreRelying on your dependable strength allows you to live a happier and fuller life—take it from a 78-year-old expert on living better. An arm-wrestling match with my ten-year-old granddaughter convinced me that I’m not as strong as I used to be. But that’s not surprising, as I...
Read MoreKeeping muscle as we age A friend of mine just moved her elderly mother into a new living situation. Her mom had fallen, twice, and it was only a matter of time before she seriously hurt herself. Falls become more common as we age due to...
Read MoreMaking concessions to our changing bodies doesn’t mean giving up ↓ Something happened yesterday. It made me uncomfortable. I was working out, doing the Monday routine of weight lifting that pairs back and chest strengthening. I’m no bodybuilder, but I was kind of admiring my own guns as...
Read More↓ Aging and chronic inflammation turn out to be so interconnected, the research world has a new term: “inflammaging.” It doesn’t feel fair, does it? Just as we’re getting wise to the world, the world is taking its toll on our bodies. Wouldn’t it be great if...
Read More↓ With these healthy soups, your spoon becomes a powerful tool in your anti-aging arsenal. I adore summer, but I confess: as soon as the evening temperatures dip into sweater territory, I reach for my soup recipes. And relishing the approach of fall doesn’t mean you have...
Read MoreTake the health of your brain into your own hands. With such a large portion of our population reaching their golden years, there’s been a lot of research on how to keep the brain healthy. “Brain games” showed early promise, but recent research shows that cognitive...
Read MoreThe odds of developing various health problems can rise with age. That doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do about it. Safe physical activity helps guard against a range of ailments. Of course, you want to be sure that’s not just wishful thinking. Direct access...
Read MoreBeing a longtime musician aids in reaction times. My daughter recently started violin lessons. While I’ll admit there’s quite a bit of squawking involved, my husband and I are soothed, knowing that the music training is doing good things for our daughter. Mastering a musical instrument...
Read More↓ Here are six tasty ways to boost your intake of lutein. ↓ If you’ve been meaning to eat more greens, a new study out from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign may give you the extra nudge you need. It found that middle-aged people with higher levels...
Read MoreOur greatest capacity to have influence over our health is with our habits. If you wake up one day and realize that your routines are not doing you any good, and in fact, they may be hurting you, it’s time to do an inventory on your...
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