Driving a car helps older adults maintain their independence and keep in contact with family, friends, and the community. Indeed, many retirement communities in the 20th century, including those [...]
Category: Anti-Aging
The surprising culprit behind debilitating falls—and 4 ways to avoid them
Today, on Veteran’s Day, we honor the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. And many actually continue serving our country, even long after they leave active duty, by [...]
The expert-backed exercise target we can all live with
I hope you had the chance to take a nice walk after your Thanksgiving meal yesterday. And perhaps you even plan to get out and about again this weekend before the weather gets colder. As I often [...]
Stay independent longer by getting more of this nutrient
A new study found that older adults who eat more of one key nutrient are 41 percent less likely to depend on assistance in performing basic, everyday tasks — such as carrying groceries and [...]
5 “guilt-free” pleasures to help you live past 90
This week, I previewed the early results from the “90+ Study,” which focuses on the diet and lifestyle habits of 1,900 men and women who researchers call the “oldest old.” Researchers at the [...]
Natural remedies work better than drugs to reverse aging
For a new study published in the journal Aging, researchers sought out herbal remedies that mimic the benefits of two common drugs. And they found several natural remedies that work even better [...]
Hispanics hold key to youth and longevity
One of the things I enjoy about living in the Sarasota, Florida, area is the heritage associated with early Spanish explorers. Ponce de Leon was the first Spanish explorer who came to Florida. [...]
Three “silent killers” of youth nearly everyone ignores (do you?)
Throughout my 40-year career, I have found most “anti-aging” remedies don’t work because they focus on cosmetic concerns, and don’t address underlying aspects of aging that make you FEEL old [...]
Find your fountain of youth this April
Next Friday will find us in the month of April. And “April is the cruelest month,” at least according to American-British poet T.S. Eliot. Eliot was born in St. Louis, but spent all the [...]
Ancient Christmas treasure continues to give gift of good health
Today is Christmas Eve, and chances are, you’re getting ready, wrapping presents for under the tree. So I thought I’d take a moment to talk about one of the most notable Christmas presents in [...]