You know you should be eating a healthy diet. But it’s always good to have more ammunition to fortify your resolve. So, consider the following: First, from Consumer Reports, take a look at their just-published complete guide of why you need to be eating carrots. From fiber to antioxidants, carrots contain it all….

We already know through existing research that a sedentary life can have a negative effect on your physical health and lifespan. Now, with new research, we have more evidence that too much sitting can also be harmful to your brain. Just published in PLOS ONE, this new study out of the…

We’ve all experienced the sensations: not feeling as energetic as usual, forgetting some common thoughts, feeling more susceptible to aches and pains. And we ask ourselves: Is this normal aging? Or is something wrong? Well, in a recent piece in Kaiser Health News, writer Bruce Horovitz lays out some general…

As you likely know, if you experience a stroke, the lack of blood flow to your brain can lead to devastating long-term disability or even death. When a stroke is diagnosed, time is of the essence and quick intervention is necessary to avoid the worst outcomes. Read here for a…

When your newborn was alone and asleep at night, you wouldn’t think twice about aiming a live camera on the crib just to monitor what’s going on. But what about aiming a live camera on a nursing home resident who may be impaired and unable to tell you if something…

While some of us relish the thought of never sitting in a classroom again, others are always in search of new educational opportunities. There’s certainly evidence to confirm that ongoing education and learning helps to keep our brains sharp as we age. And there are plenty of educational opportunities out…