“I don’t like the way alcohol makes me feel anymore,” says Ellen Albertson, a 61-year-old psychologist and registered dietitian in North Hero, Vermont. She’s currently in breast cancer remission and cutting back on vices that could put her at future risk. In addition, she wants to work more toward practicing what she preaches as a […]
Health and Wellness
1-Minute Workouts to Make You Stronger
Though you know you need to exercise, you may feel like you don’t have the resolve, interest or time to get physically fit. You aren’t alone. Almost half of those 50 and older feel the same way, according to an AARP survey. But building muscle and getting the physical activity that health experts say all adults need […]
7 Ways to Conquer Loneliness Without Technology
If you’re feeling lonely these days, you’re not alone. Isolation is a big concern for older adults. According to a University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging taken in January 2023, 1 in 3 adults between ages 50 and 80 reported feeling isolated from others in the past year. Research has found […]
5 Things to Know Before You Start Eye Exercises
Maybe you’ve seen social media posts, smartphone apps or ads promoting eye exercises as a way to ease eye strain, improve your vision or banish wrinkles. Some even promise to eliminate the need for glasses or contacts. While there are some eye exercises that can be beneficial, experts say it’s important to know that there’s no […]
What is a Plant-Based Diet?
It may seem like the trendy newcomer on the diet landscape, but plant-based eating has actually been around for a while — as in a few millennia. And as far as the definition is concerned, health experts say it’s pretty straightforward. “A plant-based diet is just that — a dietary pattern based mostly on whole […]
10 Worst Habits for Your Heart
There’s good news and bad news when it comes to your risk of developing heart disease, the leading killer in the U.S. Let’s start with the bad. Several factors raise a person’s risk for getting heart disease — a term used to describe a range of conditions that affect the heart — including some that can’t be […]