As a college undergraduate, I learned about a fascinating anti-aging trick for mice: a significant calorie restriction. Restrict the caloric intake of a mouse by about one-third, and they live... Read More
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Sleep Aids: Yes or No?
ARE YOU TOSSING AND TURNING YOUR WAY to a sleepless journey night after night? Today’s topic is sleep aids: yes or no? In the quest for that elusive, perfect night’s sleep,... Read More
Timing Exercise for Health
TIMING EXERCISE FOR HEALTH: Early mortality risk is lowest in those who perform moderate to vigorous activity in the evening. That’s the conclusion of a new analysis of UK Biobank... Read More
5 Strategies to Slash My Dementia Risk
I have increasing concerns about my risk of developing cognitive decline or dementia. Today, I’ll share 5 strategies I use to try to slash my dementia risk. I am struck... Read More
Building Muscle With Age
AT 59, I DECIDED TO ENTER A BODYBUILDING PHYSIQUE CONTEST. Perhaps a fool’s errand, but I convinced myself that my days of building muscle weren’t behind me. Building muscle with... Read More
Sticking With Your Workout Routine
I will start with a quiz about sticking to your workout routine. Which of the following strategies augments the efficacy of physical activity interventions the most in older adults? A.... Read More