Health & Wellness
Tag: Healthy Aging
More Muscle, Less Belly = Younger Brain. Yes, Really.
New MRI research shows that building muscle and reducing hidden belly fat can make your brain biologically younger. Strength matters, balance matters, dancing matters — and Ozempic might not be the hero on every front. Here’s how to keep your body (and brain) aging in reverse. 🧠💪💃
Listening to Music After 70 May Cut Dementia Risk by 40%, Playing by 35%, And Doing Both By Even More. 🎶 Sing Along If You Must.
A large study of adults 70+ found that regularly listening to music was linked to about a 39% lower risk of dementia, while playing an instrument was tied to about 35% lower risk—and doing both looked even better. It’s accessible, enjoyable, and scalable. Start with 15 minutes a day and a few weekly play sessions.
Supercentenarians: Two Examples, Genes, Lifestyle, and the Mission-Criticality of Eating… Yogurt
From Maria (117) to Jeanne (122), extreme age is a team sport: genes, daily habits, social ties, low inflammation, and a spoon of plain yogurt. Fun + smart and science-aware.
Hearing Aids Help Fight Dementia — Listen Up!
Wearing hearing aids before 70 cuts dementia risk by more than half. Early action not only saves memory but also saves money — from $1 trillion global costs to billions in U.S. care. 👂🧠💸
May the Knee Always Stand Tall
Your knees are silently judging your every step—and that fifth cookie. Learn how to keep them strong, flexible, and far from the operating table with the best exercises, health tips, and laugh-out-loud side notes we could sneak past your cartilage.
Menopause: It’s Not the End, It’s Just a New Beginning (Without the Periods) 💁♀️🔥
Menopause isn’t a disaster—it’s just the end of your periods! Whether you’re dealing with hot flashes or celebrating no longer worrying about pregnancy, we break down the fun and frustrations of this stage with humor and helpful tips.