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How to Slow Down the Aging Process

Exercise Applies Brakes on Sarcopenia in Aging (Part II)

Courtesy of John Eagle Honda, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
In our previous article published this past spring, we introduced a new term “SARCOPENIA,” a biological entity, which decreases skeletal muscle mass and increases body fat mass during aging processes. […]

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The Friendship Prescription

The Friendship Prescription

Courtesy Summit Glen Retirement Community, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine (formerly SENIOR Magazine)

We all know the usual anecdotes for aging gracefully: a healthy diet, physical activity, restful sleep, and keeping the mind active. However, there is another key component in staying healthy as we age. […]

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Aging and the Eyes

Aging and the Eyes As birthdays accumulate and wisdom grows, our bodies change as well. Starting from our 40s and going forward our eyes mature and exhibit some decline in function. Some changes are normal […]

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Aging with Resolve

By Georgia Smith, MA “Aging.” Not a word we think about when we are young. Life should be enjoyable and fulfilling at any age. Hold onto your goals, hopes, and dreams with determination and resolve […]

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The Power of Antioxidants

By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA Free radicals Our bodies are machines that work all the time converting food into energy. From these natural processes and the chemical reactions involved, free radicals are generated. But free […]