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Why Americans avoid talking about death — and the hard conversations we should all be having
Death, alas, comes for us all. So why do so many of us avoid discussing it? As USA Today reports, a survey released last year found that...
Priscilla Blossom

The Truth About Exercising and Aging
Can the Excuses: Just Get Moving! You can come up with a million reasons for not being physically active. Some might even be valid. But...
John Donovan

Age Gracefully with This Subtle Mindset Shift
When you think about getting older, how do you picture it? The answer matters more than you think: Your attitude about aging, whether you...
Kristen Domonell

101-year-old nutrition professor shares his 7 rules for a long, healthy life
At 101 years old, Dr. John Scharffenberg drives a red Toyota Prius and is a YouTube star, sharing healthy living tips he himself follows,...
A. Pawlowski

Routine Health Maintenance for Men
Some say men take better care of their cars than they do themselves. But at least a car comes with an owner's manual telling you when...
Matthew Hoffman, MD

Alzheimer’s risk rises when amount of deep sleep falls, study suggests
Need another reason to prioritize your sleep? Not spending enough time in the two deep stages of sleep — slow-wave and rapid eye...
Sandee LaMotte

Not swimming or Pilates — a Harvard study reveals this exercise protects memories and keeps your mind sharp
We don’t need to tell you there are several reasons why you should prioritize keeping active as you get older, but if you’re new to...
Jane McGuire

6 OTC Drugs That Can Be Dangerous for Older Adults
A recent review of over two dozen studies found that people aged 60 and older rely more heavily on over-the-counter (OTC) drugs than...
Fran Kritz

Is Your Body Aging Faster Than It Should Be?
Slow Walking If your walking pace slows while you're in your 40s, it may be a sign you're aging faster than is typical. Walking is one of...
Mary Jo DiLonardo

Over 50? These Problems Can Sneak Up on You
Outsmart Your Age More than nine in 10 older adults have some type of chronic disease, and almost eight in 10 have more than one....
Poonam Sachdev, MD

Lifestyle strategies to help prevent natural age-related decline in testosterone
As men get older, their testosterone levels naturally decrease, which can cause undesirable symptoms for some. However, adopting healthy...
Jennifer Fisher, MMSc, PA-C

FAQs You May Have On Blood Pressure and Heart Health
You might consider blood pressure and heart health a bit like peanut butter and jelly. Yes, the two can exist separately and have...
Mike Hoskins

Secondhand and thirdhand smoke's effect on pets
If you're a smoker, you probably realize the dangers smoking may pose to your health. But have you ever thought about how the habit...
U.S. Food and Drug Administration

What Are the Side Effects of Statins?
Statins are widely used cholesterol-lowering drugs that can reduce the risk of major heart-related health problems. Though statins...
Ayesha Gulzar, PharmD

1 in 5 Older Adults Take Aspirin—But Some Shouldn’t
Taking a daily aspirin? It could be worth asking yourself why, and if it’s still the best choice for you. That’s because it’s been five...
Lisa O'Mary

How Aging Affects Your Feet
Aging takes its toll on your feet as it does with the rest of your body. Given the amount of stress we place on our feet over a lifetime,...
Catherine Moyer, DPM

4 Supplements You Shouldn’t Take for Longevity, According to Dietitians
Aging gracefully is a goal many aspire to achieve, and living a long, healthy life often becomes a top priority as we grow older. With...
Lauren Manaker M.S., RDN, LD, CLEC

More Popsicles, please: Your tonsils can grow back
In the summer of 1983, Katy Golden’s mom had stocked their kitchen in the suburbs of Detroit with Popsicles and bubble gum. Golden was 5...
Deidre McPhillips, CNN

6 Secrets of Super-Agers
Want to join the ranks of this enviable group? Experts who study them say these are the lifestyle choices that can help you live a...
Laurie Tarkan
Starting a Fitness Routine After 65
Getting healthy at any age can feel overwhelming. And when you’re getting started later in life, the challenge can seem even greater....
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