Getting older isn’t all bad…
Most of us become more financially secure as the years go by.
And retirement means getting to spend more time doing the things we like to do rather than things we have to do.
The downside is what happens to our bodies. We get weaker, slower, and sicker.
But there’s nothing you can do about that, aside from the usual advice about eating right and exercising, right?… Read More
Men often look for ways to increase their testosterone as they get older.
The male hormone can diminish with age. That leads to weaker muscles, lower energy levels, and flagging libido.
Some men fight the shortage by using supplements that increase testosterone. Exercise can also help. And of course, testosterone medications will raise “low-T.”[1]
But guys might not realize that they can sabotage their efforts by eating certain foods that lower testosterone…
1.… Read More
The idea that puzzles can slow brain aging is controversial.
Some neurologists strongly recommend puzzles like crosswords and sudoku as a way to keep your mind sharp into old age. Others say they don’t help your brain do anything better…other than puzzles.
But major new research shows that crossword and sudoku puzzles are extremely effective in preserving mental sharpness.
The two studies were published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.… Read More
When we put sunscreen on, most of us figure that it provides an outside layer of protection against UV rays. Then, when we get back inside, we can wash it off.
But new research shows that it’s not that simple.
Scientists recently discovered that sunscreen chemicals penetrate your skin and get into your bloodstream.
The study was published in the JAMA Network.… Read More
You’ve heard it before…
“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.”
Eating breakfast is linked to lower body weight, better cognitive performance, and healthier blood sugar levels.[i]
But it turns out that an early meal has an even more important benefit.[ii]
A new study shows that people who skip breakfast have a much higher risk of dying of heart disease.… Read More
“Waste not, want not” are wise words…but there are times when you shouldn’t follow them.
If you hang on to certain items for too long, they can harm your health.
Here are seven things that you should toss before they hurt you:
1. Old sneakers. Paul Langer is a podiatrist and a clinical professor at the University of Minnesota. He points out that the cushioning on athletic shoes deteriorates quickly.… Read More