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So, how many hours would you guess you sit each day? Beyond some obligatory sitting while in the bathroom or eating a meal, are you sitting for much of the rest of the day? Do you plop down to watch your television or sit at your computer for hours at…

There’s a lot of noise out there these days about what constitutes healthy eating, what nutritional guidelines you should follow, and when, if ever, nutritional supplements should be considered to support your healthy aging. While we have regularly addressed the benefits and risks of nutritional supplements, it’s important to review…

Raising your arms over your head and reaching toward the sky, or folding yourself toward the floor to touch your toes, may feel like all you need to know in order to stretch your body. But if that’s the extent of your knowledge, then you need a refresher course. Because…

While we know that cannabis use has risen among older adults in recent years, many in the medical community continue to warn about some of the hazards and concerns that may accompany such use, especially as data to support the potential benefits of cannabis is lacking in many respects. A…

It’s been a while since we considered the health benefits- especially the benefits to your aging skin- of taking collagen supplements. While it’s very clear that the collagen your body produces as a younger person helps maintain your skin structure and elasticity, what’s been less clear is whether collagen supplements…

Whether you or a loved one is confronting the stress and strain of serious illness or dealing with the ongoing symptoms or side effects from chronic illness, there’s always room for a bit more comfort and care to accompany your treatment. The medical system is somewhat notorious for ignoring or…