When you’re keeping fit, you’re moving your body: muscles, heart, and bones. You’re pumping blood and oxygen where it needs to go, so that you can keep on breathing, laughing, learning, and enjoying every moment of your life. That’s what healthy aging is all about—feeling strong and independent. Retirement in Albany, New York, is the […]
Why Giving is Key to Healthy Aging
Tis’ the season to give—and to remember that giving can be more than something you wrap and put under a tree. Giving your time, resources, and enthusiasm is not only a great way for older adults to celebrate the holiday season, it is a smart component of healthy aging that can benefit you in many […]
Start Slow: Summer Fitness for Seniors
Summer is on the horizon, and you might be thinking it’s a great time to jump back into a fitness regimen or maybe start something new. But before you start moving too fast, it’s a good idea to think about how to ramp up your physical activity again in a way that you can sustain […]
It’s Save Your Vision Month: Eye Health and Protecting Your Eyes
It’s so easy to take our eyes for granted, especially with smartphones, Netflix, and Kindle demanding that we look at screens for most of the day. However, you don’t have to stop doing what you love to do to take care of your eyes. March is Save Your Vision Month, and we’ve put together some tips for […]
Why Staying Social is Good for Your Health
February is historically when we think of those we love and how much they mean to us. But the good news is just having good friends and companions can be very good for our health. In fact, the benefits of socialization are a vital part of healthy aging. And when you are around friends every […]
First in Line: What you need to know about the vaccine rollout
The CDC has made recommendations on a phased rollout. Here are some important facts to know: Q: Who is getting the COVID vaccine first? A: The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has recommended that in the first phase of vaccination in the U.S., COVID-19 vaccines should be given to health care personnel and adult residents […]
Your Body and Allergies
Allergies come in many different shapes and sizes. Some people are unable to go outside in the summer without having difficulty breathing, while others are able to enjoy the beautiful weather as much as they would like. Have you ever wondered why you are allergic to some things while others are not? Doctors don’t know […]
Functions of the Skin and Skin Importance
Your skin is one of the most important parts of your body that helps protect you against harm. There are six main functions of the skin: protection, heat regulation, secretion, sensation and absorption. You may not think about it often, but your skin is helping protect you every single minute of every day and allowing […]
Senior Health: What To Include in a Well-Balanced Diet
Following a healthy diet is important at every stage of life. But particularly as you age, the choices you make when it comes to food have a major impact on your overall health and wellbeing. Reaching for potato chips instead of carrot sticks can have a lasting impact. Following a well-balanced diet can seem complicated, […]
Importance of Exercise for Seniors
It’s no surprise that physical activity and exercise are good for you thanks to the many benefits you will experience when you incorporate them into your everyday routine. Regular physical activity helps improve your mental and physical health and improves your state of overall wellbeing. Learn more about four simple exercises you can do at-home […]