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The Waning Motivation to Learn
Our brains are like sponges when we’re young, and most of us are eager to take in and process new information as it comes. The ability (and desire) to learn new information remains with us in most cases, but some issues may slow that drive down as we reach middle age. One of those issues could be our motivation to tackle new info, which may take a heavy hit upon reaching our 50s. Here's why. We're...
May 12, 2021
Why Do Older People Heal More Slowly Than Younger People?
We tend to think that the first signs of aging are superficial: gray hair, crow's feet, and metabolic changes. But as our skin becomes thinner (a process we rarely notice until it's far advanced) we also become more prone to wounds and bruising. There is a lot going on beneath the skin that we can't see. Let's look. Skin Regeneration and Aging - One of the main culprits of slow wound healing as we...
May 11, 2021
Longevity Boost: Living Near a Park Adds Years to a Life
Just being outside can lower -stress levels and blood pressure. But if you live near a recreational area, you can really reap incredible benefits. From treating depression to getting active, being near a park can add years to your life. In fact, researchers published -an interesting study in the Lancet- which revealed that for every 0.1 increase in green space (which we're simplifying here but they...
April 23, 2021
Human Aging Process Reversed?
We’re all aging, whether we like it or not. It’s just one of those parts of life we can’t escape — or at least that’s what we tend to assume. But now, there may be a chance to reverse the process as s-cientific experimentation in Israel has indicated that a reversal of aging may become a real possibility.  Let’s take a look at what we know. What Does Research Say About Aging? - Scientific research...
March 4, 2021
6 Keys To Staying Independent For Life
Retaining independence as we enter our senior years is something most of us take for granted because we can't anticipate how things are going to go. The honest truth is, we do not know what our health has in store for us, nor what the world will be like, nor how our families may shift and change. Fortunately, with some planning and care, we can help boost the odds in our favor. Explore six keys to...
February 18, 2021
The Power of Collagen Supplements
Aging is an inescapable part of life, and its effects on physical appearance are just as certain. If you're lucky enough to age in this life, then you're going to see some effects from that process. But many of us get a little distressed at that and want to try to -stave it off as much as possible. Claims surrounding the benefits of taking collagen supplements sound enticing, but are they everything...
August 7, 2020
What is Your Ageotype?
Some parts of the body may age faster than others, and this can vary between different types of people. Genes play a huge part in how fast we age, but they could determine a lot more than when you’ll start going gray or how well your skin will hold up. Determining your “ageotype” now could help reduce the chances of developing age-related diseases later. Researchers believe there are at least four...
July 1, 2020
Want to Keep Your Brain Sharp? Exercise More
Physical fitness and exercise improve cognitive performance — that is, processing, attention and memory — regardless of age, says a -new study. It's believed that physical activity causes actual physiological change within the brain, which, in turn, improves cognitive ability. While many of us believe the reasons to get active include longer lives, better function, and healthier retirements, this is...
May 28, 2020
Increasing Lung Capacity as We Age
Lung function slowly begins to -decline- after we hit 35 or so, which may make it harder for some people to breathe effectively as they age. And here we are with not only the pandemic but environmental factors challenging ur lungs more than ever before. But while you may not be able to preserve your 25-year-old lung capacity forever, there are ways to manage how gracefully your lungs age and even to...
April 28, 2020
Are Devices Making Us Old?
On average, Americans spend nearly -3 hours- on their phones each day. And that doesn’t account for- all- of their screen time. When you add in the amount of time spent on a computer, tablet or other electronic device, screen time increases dramatically — especially for those who spend 8 hours a day on a computer for work. It’s a sign of the times, and you may wonder why it even matters. Turns out,...
March 20, 2020