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We all know that exercise is essential to staying healthy as we age, and that walking is among the best activities to take up- the price is right, the equipment is minimal and you can do it no matter where you are. However, for many of us, either arthritic knees…

No one likes to feel stressed-out. And the evidence is clear: as we age, stress can take its toll on our bodies, both physically and mentally. And it doesn’t even need to be the result of a major life trauma- small stressors, day in and day out, over time, can build…

As you likely know, if you experience a stroke, the lack of blood flow to your brain can lead to devastating long-term disability or even death. When a stroke is diagnosed, time is of the essence and quick intervention is necessary to avoid the worst outcomes. Read here for a…

In today’s world, it’s very easy to be distracted by all that’s going on. Couple that with the risk of cognitive decline as we get older, and the result may be that as we age, it’s harder to pay attention and focus. Newly published research, however, provides evidence to support…

It’s something many of us consider a necessary evil: ingesting sufficient fiber to keep our digestive track humming along. But if shredded wheat is not your idea of a good time, take heart: there are tastier ways to get fiber into your system and many reasons beyond the bathroom to make sure…

It’s very common for surgical procedures to be scheduled for early in the day, especially if pre-surgery fasting is necessary. Why delay a procedure if you can get an early start, right? Well, not so fast- turns out time of day may play a role in recovery from surgery. A…