The Relationship Between Muscular Strength and Longevity Muscle the Key to Longevity. So then, if I were to ask you what the most important factors and predictors of living a long life are. So then, what kinds of things come to mind? Genetics? Sure, they play a role (much less than you might think, though). But what […]
Why a Strong Upper Back and Shoulders Is So Important As We Age Shoulder and Back Exercises. Having strong upper back muscles and shoulders is imperative to performing well. And preventing injury during daily life tasks and sports, especially upper-body-dominant activities like golf and swimming. Also, daily life tasks, such as carrying heavy groceries, and […]
Introduction to Water fasting and Longevity Water fasting is a type of fast where a person does not eat and drinks nothing other than water. However, there is no set time that water fasting should last for. But medical advice generally suggests anywhere from 24 hours to 3 days as the maximum time to go […]
Pineapple a Natural Health Food. Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit. So then, it contains nutrients, antioxidants, and other compounds, such as enzymes that can protect against inflammation and disease. And it’s commonly eaten baked, grilled, or freshly cut. Here, pineapple and its compounds are linked to several health benefits, including improvements in digestion, […]
Wrist and Forearm Exercises. Above all, your grip needs to be strong enough to support you and prevent falls, and to assist you to get up after a fall. And your grip strength comes from your wrist and forearm being strong Introduction to Grip Strength Wrist and Forearm Exercises. As we age, our muscles naturally […]
Constipation and Seniors. Here, a common complaint that older adults suffer is constipation. Also, constipation is an uncomfortable situation no matter your age. But for older adults, it’s a more common condition that can come with serious complications. However, this digestive problem can cause uncomfortable feelings and lead to other more serious medical issues if […]
How food Improves Your brain Health Foods that improve your brain health. The old adage, you are what you eat, applies to both our body and mind. “There’s no doubt that food and mood are really closely connected,” says Dr Federica Amati. And the head nutritionist for Zoe, the nutrition science company set up by […]
Arm Strength Exercises Arm Strength Exercises. Here, arm strength and longevity are linked in a variety of ways. Firstly, a strong upper body means that certain tasks—for example, lifting a heavy box—may still feel more difficult in your 50s as compared to your 20s, but they wont feel as onerous. Consequently, the muscles in our bodies weaken […]
What is identity theft? and how do you protect your finances Avoid Identity Theft and Protect your Finances. Identity theft is the fraudulent collection and use of your private personal or financial information. Here, like your Social Security number, name and address, credit card numbers, bank account numbers, and medical insurance numbers. At the very least, […]
Cognitive Health and Older Adults. Cognitive health is the ability to think, learn, and remember clearly. It is needed to carry out many everyday activities effectively. Cognitive health is just one aspect of overall brain health. Many factors contribute to cognitive health. Genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors may contribute to a decline in thinking skills […]