by Yasaman Nourkhalaj | Jul 2, 2024 | Daily Habits, Movement & Exercise
By Yasaman Nourkhalaj We all enjoy a healthy snack like nuts and fruits or a less nutritious option like chips and sweets between our main meals, but have you ever heard of an exercise snack? “Exercise snacks are short bouts of movements, anywhere from 30...
by Sharon Brock | Jul 2, 2024 | Movement & Exercise
By Sharon Brock, MEd, MS Key Takeaways: Adults 50+ should choose exercises that promote these three aspects of fitness: strength, endurance, and balance. Stanford researchers analyzed the benefits and risks of the following exercises: Pilates Martial Arts (e.g., Tai...
by Tanya Thakur | May 28, 2024 | Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health, Movement & Exercise
By Tanya Thakur, MBBS Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one of the most devastating illnesses among older adults. The disease not only degrades memories but also affects one’s independence and takes a toll on family members. AD is a progressive neurodegenerative...
by Mary Grace Descourouez | Apr 8, 2024 | Gut Health, Healthful Nutrition, Movement & Exercise
By Mary Grace Descourouez, MS, NBC-HWC The human gastrointestinal tract is home to trillions of microorganisms that create the gut microbiome. The gut is where the body digests and absorbs nutrients from our food and, therefore, where we get our energy to perform...
by Carly Smith | Jan 11, 2024 | Energy, Movement & Exercise, Metabolic Health
By Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) One of the hardest parts about exercising is finding the motivation to do it. Especially if you’re new to working out, motivation can be fleeting and dependent upon your daily mood or energy level. Even though we know that exercise greatly...
by Carly Smith | Nov 29, 2023 | Energy, Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health, Movement & Exercise, Metabolic Health
By Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) The foundation of longevity science exists in a balance of healthy physical, mental, and emotional aging. In the past, researchers have studied these aspects of health as independent subjects, but now scientists emphasize that every aspect...
