Evidence-based articles on physical activity, wellness, behavioral change, healthy aging, and preventing chronic diseases. Our focus is to provide guidance on maintaining good health and well-being as we age, while emphasizing the importance of physical activity. (Editorial articles. Not product claims)
Eat more blueberries or dark chocolate. Try fish oil supplements. Exercise more. Be social. There are lots of strategies out there on what to do to prevent, or even reverse cognitive decline. But which are the most important to focus on? We spoke with Dr. Amy Lee, Chief Medical Officer at Pear Health Labs, to…
Read MoreThere is no question that exercise provides tremendous benefits. It can ward off disease, strengthen the heart, lungs, and other internal organs, and significantly improve overall health. However, a mounting body of research shows that exercise can do much more than enhance physical health. It could also help prevent cognitive decline and dementia, making it…
Read MoreLike the pop superstar Cher, do you ever wish you could “turn back time”? While it’s not possible to hop into a time machine and recapture some of the energy and vitality of youth, there is a powerful and cost-effective alternative. Research shows that exercise holds incredible potential to reverse the effects of aging muscles,…
Read MoreAccessible Exercise Programs for Healthy Aging The number of people aged 65 and older in the United States has grown rapidly over most of the 20th century, from 3.1 million in 1900 to 35 million in 2000. Their share of the population has grown as well, from 12.4% in 2000 to 16.0% in 2018.” This…
Read MoreAs the population ages and the demand for senior healthcare services increases, the need for preventative healthcare will become more and more important. Empowering seniors to take control of their health through physical activity can help create a happier, healthier, and more engaged senior population. Benefits of Increasing Physical Activity Increasing physical activity levels is…
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