Physical fitness at a more advanced age is just as – or even more – important as when we were younger. Constant physical activity of any form has many beneficial effects on muscular, cardiovascular, and bone health. The benefits of exercise are not limited to physical condition though. There are a lot of studies showcasing […]
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Maintaining that youthful glow and feeling energized begins with what we put on our plates. Focusing on whole foods and eating a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables can help reduce heart disease, lower cholesterol, and boost overall health inside and out. Let’s talk packaged processed foods for a moment: We’ve all seen those […]
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The Health Benefits of Coconut Oil. The recent direction of fad diets has led us to believe that fats are bad for our bodies. We now know that this isn’t true – and there are a lot of studies backing it up. However, many people are still in doubt when advised to use fatty oils […]
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From juice cleanses, to wellness retreats, 2021 was a wealth of inspiring ways to be healthier and live more abundantly. As we all wind down from a holiday whirlwind of gatherings, and celebration, this is the time when most of us are setting our sights on the year ahead and making resolutions to start fresh. […]
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Transitioning into the winter solstice means even shorter days and chillier weather that makes us want to huddle under a blanket with a plate of cookies instead of making a green smoothie, and tackling a morning workout. Seasonal Affective Disorder is better known as S.A.D is the culprit behind the case of the blues many […]
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Next time you go to the gym, you might want to skip your treadmill workout in favor of a few bicep curls. Researchers are linking weight training to better brain function, and a lower risk of diseases such as dementia, and Alzheimer’s. It’s a known fact that physical fitness and longevity go hand in hand, […]
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Everyone looks forward to that day when they can relax and enjoy their days peacefully. However, for seniors, too much relaxation is not a good thing. This means the brain is unchallenged, and this can end up in the loss of brain function. Therefore, they need to keep their brains active by engaging in various […]
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Many of us have either experienced it personally or have known someone battling cancer. When it happens to a parent, it can feel like the world has crumbled around you, and you’re left with this melting pot of emotions that you can’t seem to sort through. Shock, grief, helplessness, and how can this happen? As […]
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