And yet another reason to get up and exercise—physical activity protects against Alzheimer’s disease! A recent study funded by the National Institutes of Health looked that individuals aged 65 to 89 who were genetically at risk for this devastating disease. After 18 months, those who participated in moderate or vigorous physical activity at least three […]
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Eating right doesn’t have to be complicated. Before you eat, think about what goes on your plate or in your bowl. Choose foods that provide the nutrients you need without too many calories. Build your healthy plate with foods like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and lean protein foods. Here are some guidelines from
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I remember a lecture several years ago in which I heard an endocrinologist make a dire prediction. According to that doctor, if we don’t start making some big changes, one third of the U.S. population will have diabetes by year 2030. That number will cripple the healthcare system, and the economy. Unfortunately, as I’ve worked
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While speaking with a relative earlier this month, I found myself sounding rather negative about walking. Don’t get me wrong—walking is fabulous exercise. But please beware that it won’t help in some areas extremely important to Baby Boomers and seniors. Walking is most popular physical activity is the U.S. It requires no expensive equipment, can
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Sometimes when I talk with boomers and seniors about weight lifting, I’m met with blank stares! But resistance training is hands down the most critical type of exercise for healthy aging. Why Lift Weights? As we age, our metabolism slows down, and we tend to exercise less. This leads to a 3% – 5% loss
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I love to see Baby Boomers and seniors exercise; I cringe to I see the mistakes they make! So kudos if you’ve finally made physical activity a regular part of your life. Now, to maximize your efforts, here are 5 mistakes you’ll want to avoid: Mistake Background Remedy Cardio only While cardiovascular (aerobic) exercise is
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Here are some guidelines for healthful food choices in midlife and beyond. 1) Practice “power eating” While your caloric needs decrease with age, most nutrient requirements do not. Goal: eliminate “empty calorie” foods; select foods packed with nutrition 2) Stay hydrated Water is a critical nutrient. Because thirst sensitivity decreases with age and some medications
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