Can getting too much sleep actually be bad for you?
The link between too little sleep and a higher risk of dementia is well documented. Now, a new study out of Japan finds that the opposite may also be true: Too much sleep can raise your risk […]
The benefits to getting older that no one talks about
No one will ever accuse Ashton Applewhite of going gently into that good night. And that’s how she likes it. Applewhite, 66, is the salty-talking superstar on the front lines of the war against ageism. […]
6 ways to decrease your risk of dementia
As you get older, it’s natural to worry about developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Or you may fear having to care for a partner or parent who has one of those debilitating neurological disorders. The […]
This is the best exercise to pump up aging muscles
For decades, competitive athletes have used high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to improve their performance. Now this exercise approach—alternating brief periods of intense exercise with short recovery breaks—has caught on with people of all ages and […]
This new 4,000-mile trail will let people bike across the US on one path
Here’s some warm weather dreaming that will help you dust off those winter blues. Imagine pedaling your bike along flat, wide trails on a pleasant summer day — all the way across the country. That’s […]
The top 5 secrets to aging well
It’s different for all of us, but journalist Carl Honoré realized he was Old with a capital O at a hockey game, when a teammate pointed out he was the oldest player on the ice. […]
Children’s dental health: Tips for getting affordable care
Seeing your children’s smiles is an irresistible treat for parents, but a mouth full of pearly whites isn’t the only reason to invest in your kids’ oral health. A North Carolina study showed that children with poor […]
How to get life insurance with multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a serious health condition, and from a life insurance perspective, it can cause complications. Still, it is possible to get life insurance coverage even if you have the disease. It’s mostly a […]
Do these 5 things to be happier as you age
Mary Pipher has a radical idea: that you can age with joy. A clinical psychologist and cultural anthropologist out of Lincoln, Neb., Pipher is perhaps best known for her 1994 book, a guide to girldom […]
5 ways to stay safe on your spring break trip
It’s spring break season, which means hordes of travelers will jet off to warmer destinations (like these popular ones). But before you pack your bags, take a few moments to lay the groundwork for a […]