Health

The weather has finally turned to Spring (and in many areas it may already feel like Summer). And maybe you’ve decided that it’s time to get back out for a daily walk: to get some exercise, connect with nature, maybe clear your mind and boost your mood. All of these…

Although we’re only a few months into 2026, this year is already shaping up to be historic when it comes to weather patterns and climate change. For the past three years, heat records have been broken with historic warming trends. 2026 is expected to be no different, and to date,…

We certainly live in interesting times when it comes to dementia. On the one hand, the number of people diagnosed with dementia is expected to double by the year 2060, and it’s currently estimated that about 42% of the population over 55 will eventually be diagnosed with some type of…

We’ve often touted the general recommendation that older adults engage in at least 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity, in addition to 2 sessions of strength training a week. No doubt that if you adhere to that recommendation, you will be putting yourself on a path…

As the weather gets warmer, you may envision a cool glass of iced tea as the perfect refreshment break. Maybe you even indulge in some sweet tea or bubble tea as a special treat. There’s no doubt that tea can be a source of real pleasure as well as nutritional…

We’ve known for some time that spending much of your day sitting, rather than moving, is neither healthy for your body nor your brain. Research studies have demonstrated a link between a sedentary lifestyle and such chronic conditions as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even dementia. Given that most…