Bend, Don’t Break: Everyday Strategies for Managing Arthritis
As we age, our bodies change, and we might start to feel pain in places we may not have before. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 1 in 4 people have been diagnosed with arthritis (https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db497.htm).
Financial Freedom and the Risk of Elder Financial Exploitation
Security and freedom of choice are essential components of financial freedom. Without thoughtful planning for the realities of aging—such as cognitive decline, mobility limitations, or increased dependence—older adults may become vulnerable to financial exploitation at a stage of life when recovery is unlikely.
SMART Goals for Healthy Eating: The New 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines
Setting SMART goals can help us make small changes to improve our health at any life stage. SMART goals are especially valuable because they provide a step-by-step plan to reach our goal. They provide us with a sense of direction, motivation, and clear focus for actions to take.
Being Physically Active as You Age
According to the NIH, engaging in social and productive activities that you enjoy may help to maintain your well-being and independence as you get older. Research has shown that an active lifestyle helps lower the risk of developing dementia, heart disease, stroke and some types of cancer. Being physically active helps you feel happier and less depressed, and possibly help improve mental abilities, especially if the activity uses the brain to recall words or steps, like singing or dancing.
Letting Go Without Losing You
As we age, we watch our hair turn gray and the wrinkles appear, as if our mirrors have quietly switched to “high-definition honesty mode.” It’s a process we observe over decades, one strand, one line, one mysterious ache at a time.
Aging has a way of quietly rearranging our lives.
The Wide Variety of Protein
Protein is a key part of a healthy diet, especially as we age. Protein helps maintain muscle mass, which can help keep your body strong. When it comes to protein, beef, chicken, and pork might come to mind. Protein can also come from plant foods, like beans and nuts. Protein is important for growth and repair in the body.
Move More: A Guide to Winter Activity
Winter is here! The snow and cold is here to stay—but you can still move and be active. Don’t let winter conditions break all your physical activity habits and goals.