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01/30/2026

How Winter Weather Can Affect Your Health: As winter approaches and temperatures drop, many people begin to feel the effects of colder weather. These seasonal changes can influence our bodies in several ways, so it’s helpful to understand what can happen and how to protect ourselves during the winter months. Immune SystemColder weather doesn’t directly make you sick, but it does create […]

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01/23/2026

Why Strength Training Matters More as We Age: As we get older, we might spend less time thinking about building muscle, but that’s exactly when it becomes more important. Age naturally brings a decline in muscle strength and size, which can slowly erode our ability to stay active and independent. The old adage “use it or lose it” definitely applies here. Strength, or […]

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01/16/2026

Mobility Issues in Older Adults: As we grow older, our strength, balance and coordination can decline, making certain movements difficult. The good news is that mobility issues are manageable. By paying attention and taking steps early, you can support a loved one’s confidence and independence as they age. Signs Mobility May Be Worsening While some mobility loss is normal, these […]

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01/09/2026

Heart Attack Risks Rise During Winter: Research shows that deaths from heart attack, heart failure, and other cardiovascular diseases increase by 26–36% in winter compared to summer months, a pattern that holds true across all regions and climates. This finding comes from Dr. Bryan Schwartz and Dr. Robert Kloner of Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles, who analyzed data from 1.7 […]

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01/02/2026

Is Evening the Optimal Time for Exercise?: Recent research suggests that doing moderate-to-vigorous aerobic exercise in the evening may confer the greatest protection against mortality, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and microvascular disease (MVD) among adults with obesity, including those who also have type 2 diabetes (T2D). Background & Methods Key Findings Practical Implications The authors conclude: “Beyond the total volume of MVPA, its […]

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12/26/2025

Is There a Link Between Dehydration and Obesity?: A study published in Annals of Family Medicine finds a strong connection between poor hydration and higher body mass index (BMI), as well as an increased risk of obesity. What the researchers did:They examined data from U.S. adults aged 18–64 using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2009–2012. Hydration status was measured […]

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12/19/2025

A Brief Post-Meal Walk Can Help Manage Diabetes: New research suggests that walking for just 10 minutes immediately after a main meal may help lower blood sugar levels more effectively than doing one extended walk later in the day. In a study involving people with type 2 diabetes, participants who walked for 10 minutes after each principal meal reduced their blood glucose by […]

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12/12/2025

4 Strategies to Boost Focus and Memory: It may feel tougher to stay sharp and retain information with age, and you’re not imagining it. As we get older, cognitive changes naturally emerge. Some studies suggest that memory decline can begin as early as age 30. Over time, slower information processing may create a kind of bottleneck: new information struggles to reach short-term […]

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12/05/2025

Dementia & the Holidays: The holiday season carries so many chapters in our hearts, faith, traditions, laughter, delicious meals, and cherished times together. But when someone in our family lives with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the familiar glow of the holidays can feel fragile. With thoughtful care and compassion, though, the season can become a time of connection, warmth, and […]

11/28/2025

Understanding the Holiday Blues: The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy and celebration, but for some, it brings a host of unwelcome feelings, often called the “holiday blues.” People experiencing this may feel stressed, downcast, or overwhelmed during December’s festivities. The holiday blues can arise from disruptions in daily routines and diets, reduced daylight hours, […]

11/21/2025

Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes: A Guide to Celebrating Mindfully: The holiday season brings warmth, celebrations, and shared meals, but for people managing diabetes, it can also pose extra challenges. With tempting treats, hearty dishes, and disruptions in routine, keeping blood sugar levels steady requires planning and mindfulness. The following tips offer practical strategies to help you enjoy the season while caring for your health. […]

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11/14/2025

Holidays and Older Adults: The holiday season is often painted as a time of warmth, family, and joy. But for many older adults, especially those living alone, it can bring stress, sadness, or feelings of isolation. This makes it all the more important to reach out to our aging parents, neighbors, and friends during this time of year. Ways […]

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