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As each year passes, the body’s metabolism naturally declines. That, combined with hormone fluctuations and lifestyle changes or slowing down due to things like arthritis can mean extra -pounds- really start to pile on. Or maybe you weren't really concerned with your weight because mid-life was packed with kids and a hectic life but now as you slow down a little those extra pounds really start to cause...
June 10, 2021
Aging is an inescapable part of life, and its effects on physical appearance are just as certain. If you're lucky enough to age in this life, then you're going to see some effects from that process. But many of us get a little distressed at that and want to try to -stave it off as much as possible. Claims surrounding the benefits of taking collagen supplements sound enticing, but are they everything...
August 7, 2020
Some parts of the body may age faster than others, and this can vary between different types of people. Genes play a huge part in how fast we age, but they could determine a lot more than when you’ll start going gray or how well your skin will hold up. Determining your “ageotype” now could help reduce the chances of developing age-related diseases later. Researchers believe there are at least four...
July 1, 2020
Physical fitness and exercise improve cognitive performance — that is, processing, attention and memory — regardless of age, says a -new study. It's believed that physical activity causes actual physiological change within the brain, which, in turn, improves cognitive ability. While many of us believe the reasons to get active include longer lives, better function, and healthier retirements, this is...
May 28, 2020
Oatmeal — it’s cheap, easy to prepare and has a great shelf life. What’s more, it tastes great and is highly nutritious. That may be why it's the one whole grain that Americans love to eat, as reported by - The Seattle Times. Americans consumed -4.8 pounds- of oats per capita in 2018, a number that has held relatively steady over the past couple of decades. Why is this superfood a favorite for many?...
May 14, 2020
Bodies go through substantial changes -as we age. We lose muscle, bone density and the collagen under our skin. We get slower and very often, shorter. While all of this is happening there is also one thing that continues to increase: fat. After the age of 30, the amount of fat on the body steadily increases. Without intervention, most people are likely to continue putting on weight until they reach...
March 11, 2020
Unintentional weight gain at any age can lead to equally unwanted consequences. Chronic disease- and its impacts have exploded with increases in worldwide obesity, which has grown more than twofold since 1980. Now, researchers have another warning: Gaining all that weight during a specific age range could create additional health risks, and it may even shorten a life. Being obese at any age increases...
February 13, 2020
A lot of things change as we age, from the way we think to the way we move, and the way our bodies burn and use fat is no exception. Age-related weight gain is a common struggle, one that can have far-reaching health effects unless we understand the science and figure out how to work with, instead of against, our bodies. Here’s the science behind this challenge and what you can do to reduce its effects....
January 6, 2020
For some, aging can cause uneasiness about the prospects for the future, while others look forward to retirement and the new experiences and challenges that come with old age. No matter what your perspective, for those over 50, staying healthy is more important than ever. Here are 5 things that you need to know about keeping up good health while aging. Medical Costs Will Rise - Despite lawmaker efforts,...
April 10, 2017
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