We’ve highlighted new tools that will assist older adults in moving freely and safely inside and outside of the home.
How to Find A Gym for Seniors
By now, it’s common knowledge that exercise for seniors can have a positive impact on health and longevity. For some, integrating exercise into their lives is second nature, but for those who are new to the discipline, figuring out how to start a workout routine can...
Be A Better You: Simple Ways to Fuel Up on Nutritious Foods
This is the third installment of our “Be A Better You” series, which provides in-depth healthy living tips on the first Friday of each month. This series will run through 2017. It’s like a New Year Resolution, but better! It may seem like an odd metaphor, but...
Healthy Mardi Gras Recipes to Enjoy
Originally designated as a day of gluttony before the beginning of the self-sacrificing season of Lent, Mardi Gras has now become synonymous with loud music, parades, parties and consuming large amounts of sweets and alcohol. While these Fat Tuesday traditions are...
The Connection Between Heart and Brain Health
There’s no denying that the mind is a powerful tool. Even as early as 19 B.C., the phrase “mind over matter” was used to describe how one’s willpower can overcome physical obstacles. But when it comes to your overall health and well-being, you should not think of the...
Indoor Exercise With…Video Games?
Video games, once seen as high-tech ways for kids and teenagers to pass time are becoming more appealing to a surprising demographic: seniors. And while some seniors might be interested in some of the more mainstream video games, the majority are using video games to...
