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Why Stretch? Our busy schedules often dictate our exercise practices, regardless of age or lifestyle. Whether you're a fitness trainer, an office worker, or a retiree, finding time for a workout can be a challenge. We might try to save time by skipping stretching. However, neglecting stretching exercises can have serious consequences for your health and wellness.  Benefits of Stretching When You're Over 50 Stretching is something you want to always include in your workout routine, especially as you age. Stretching helps to keep joints limber and reduce the risk of injury. At the same ..read more

Best Ways to Boost Balance As we age, we tend to be more prone to falls for various reasons. There are distinct changes in critical senses like vision, for example. There is also a natural loss of muscle mass and chronic conditions such as arthritis that can affect mobility.  The good news is balance is a trainable skill. One of the best ways to prevent falls and increase balance is through exercise. The more you move, the stronger you will be, and that helps you stay on your feet. What Are Balance Exercises?  Put simply, balance exercises are movements that help strengthen mobility ..read more

How to Choose a Healthy Cooking Oil Cooking oils are a staple product in most kitchens, but not all oils are created equal from a health standpoint. The number of options on supermarket shelves has exploded in recent years, making it hard to know what is the best oil to cook with. There are multiple factors to consider, including flavor, nutrition profile, and cooking properties like smoke point. The next time you're wondering, "is canola oil healthy?", refer back to this list for the best oils to cook with. Free Radicals in Cooking Oil and Their Effect on Your Health When any oil is exposed t ..read more

Mental Health Benefits of Exercise for Seniors As we age, it becomes increasingly important to maintain physical health. Staying physically active can reduce your risk of falls, increase strength, and improve mobility. However, exercise also has a profound impact on mental well-being, especially for seniors. Regular exercise can work wonders for the mind, helping to boost your mood, lower anxiety, and improve your overall mental outlook. How Does Exercise Affect Mental Health? Exercise is a great way to improve mental health among seniors. There are many scientific studies demonstrating that r ..read more

Understanding Shoulder Pain The shoulder joints represent some of the most complicated architecture in the body. Multiple joints connect your shoulder blade, upper arm, and collarbone.  That is why you can pick up a ball and throw it, carry your groceries in from the car, and reach that thing hiding on the top shelf of your closet.  As people age, shoulder pain becomes more common. According to studies, 21% of people develop shoulder pain as they get older. These injuries are more common in women than men. The damage can be to the joints or the soft tissue around them. What Caus ..read more

Best Low Carb Recipes for Spring Spring is here, and so are the spring fruits and vegetables! There are several low carb chicken recipes and other low carb meals that you can enjoy this spring using in season produce and your favorite protein sources. About Low Carb Recipes As a general rule of thumb, a low carb diet limits carbohydrate intake to 20 to 57 grams of carbs a day. Many low carb diets greatly limit carbohydrates during the early stages of the diet to promote quick weight loss. A low carb diet focuses on protein and some non-starchy vegetables, while limiting grains, fruits, breads ..read more

Back Pain in Older Adults As you get older, you can become vulnerable to back pain. According to Spinal-Health.com, 84% of people over the age of 55 experience some degree of back pain. The exact cause depends on many factors, but one possibility is osteoarthritis of the facet joints in the spine.  There are things you can do to help manage your pain and be more mobile, like stretches for your lower back. These are some of our favorite stretches for back pain.  When Should You See a Doctor About Back Pain? If you are noticing stiffness in your back or lower back pain, then home care ..read more

Guide to Intermittent Fasting Intermittent fasting is a form of dieting that’s been popular for some time, so let’s shed some light on it. This article dives into what intermittent fasting is, how to do it, how intermittent fasting can be beneficial, and ultimately whether or not it is worth trying! What Is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where you cycle between eating fasting. It ultimately falls into the category of caloric restriction where in a sense you are limiting the amount of calories you eat each day. How to Intermittent Fast Intermittent fasting comes ..read more

If you are a senior trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, you know how tough it can be. You may already know that you can drop those extra pounds and keep them off by reducing your intake of carbohydrates. But do you know what to eat on a low carb diet? Low carb diets became popular in the United States more than 150 years ago, after a British undertaker published a diet book in 1860 that called for limiting sweets and starchy foods. Popularity of low carb diets resurged with the introduction of the Atkins diet in 1972. These early diets were hard to maintain – the 1860s plan re ..read more