We may not want to admit it, but we Baby Boomers are huge users of prescription medicines. According to a 2013 report from the United Health Foundation, nearly 8 in 10 seniors (which includes the oldest Boomers!) are currently living with at least one chronic health condition. Twenty percent have diabetes, and more than 70 […]
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There’s no denying–Baby Boomers and seniors face many challenges for healthy aging. What we don’t need are irrational fears clouding our fitness options! But a recent article in Parade Magazine (“What Are You Afraid Of?,” 1-18-15) showed that much of what Americans fear is unfounded. The media plays a role in some of the hysteria,
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The common link in many chronic disease Scientists are exploring a new way to treat many of the maladies afflicting Baby Boomers and seniors–heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. It seems these chronic killers all have a common link: inflammation. And this promising research may uncover what causes plaques to burst, cells to mutate,
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Still Number 1! Baby boomers and seniors, take notice! Despite years of public health efforts to curb this epidemic, the statistics remain alarming: heart disease is still the #1 killer in the nation, claiming 600,000 lives each year–approximately one in four deaths. According to the American Heart Association, for younger boomers, more than 10% of
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Diet for the ages Looking for a dietary pattern to support healthy aging for Baby Boomers and seniors? Then consider eating like the Greeks, or the Italians (my beloved relatives!) with the Mediterranean diet, a plan that emphasizes fruits and vegetables, healthy oils, fish, and nuts, as well as an active lifestyle. Researchers have recognized
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Don’t jump into exercise! Congratulations! Like many, you’ve vowed to start a fitness program this year. You may have lofty goals, but for Baby Boomers and seniors, it’s imperative to think about starting SAFELY. This is especially critical if you: have been sedentary for many years are a current or recent smoker have a chronic
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It’s That Time of Year! I hear them at the end of every December, the same ol’ New Year’s fitness resolutions. I’m finally going to lose weight, exercise more, eat well, sleep better, decrease stress. Well-intended as they are, these goals usually fall by the wayside in a couple of weeks. So try approaching 2015 with a
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Don’t let bad weather ground you Winter weather has a tendency to squash even the most die-hard exercisers’ plans. It’s just too easy to use the rain, cold, or general dreariness as an excuse to sit around watching movies and making chocolate chip cookies (my go-to rainy day indulgence…on occasion, of course!). Exercise in winter
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Healthy gifts for fitness-minded folks Looking for a healthy present for your friends and family this holiday season? Having a difficult time thinking beyond the typical sugar-coated goodies and coffee house gift cards? With a little research, it’s possible to give your treasured Baby Boomers and seniors presents that promote fitness all year long! Give
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It’s a complaint I frequently hear when I speaking with potential Baby Boomer clients: I just can’t find the time to exercise! Between jobs, social commitments, and caring for parents or grandchildren, they know they need more physical activity, but have difficulty fitting it into their days. The truth is, you’ll never “find” time for
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