It’s common to be less steady on your feet as you get older. That’s why experts recommend that older adults include balance-boosting activities in their fitness routine several days per week. Here are some options to consider.
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One research review crunched the numbers from 12 studies and found e-biking boosted heart rate, energy usage, and power output more than walking.
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Have you seen the good news? Hearing aids are now available over the counter (OTC)—no doctor’s visit or prescription needed!
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You won’t get a thorough physical exam at your annual wellness visit. Instead, think of this appointment as a planning or strategy session designed to keep you healthy.
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Whether you’re in your 20s or your 60s, one thing is true when it comes to aging: you can’t stop it. But being physically active is one of the best ways to stay healthier and potentially add years to your life.
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How you slept last night affects more than your mood or the dark circles under your eyes. If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), your snoozing status may reveal a lot about your risk for a flare-up.
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If you’re like most men—two-thirds, to be exact—you think you’re healthier than the average guy. That’s according to a new national survey of about 900 men.
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You’re committed to losing weight and, to help reach that goal, you’re being more physically active. Yet the number on the scale isn’t budging. Why? Here are four common exercise errors that could be stalling your weight-loss efforts.
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It’s hard to have a productive day after a bad night’s sleep. Yet it’s estimated that 50 to 70 million Americans have chronic sleep problems. And one in three Americans don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis.
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Knowing the difference between forgetfulness and more serious memory problems can help you spot red flags in your relatives’ behavior.
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More than 41,000 Black men in the U.S. will learn that they have prostate cancer this year. In fact, about 1 in 6 will be diagnosed with the disease at some point in their life. That compares to 1 in 8 white men.
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Although people of any age can be injured by a fall, older adults are at increased risk of falling and are more likely to suffer serious, potentially fatal consequences.
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What do heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and depression have in common? Regular exercise can help reduce your risk of developing these—and many other—health problems.
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