HEALTHY AGING NEWS
Whey Protein Plus Vitamin D Keeps Muscles Stronger with Age
One of the challenges of people reaching their golden years is being able to meet their nutrition requirements, particularly as it comes to protein and vitamin D necessary for supporting muscle and bone health.
Does Occupation Affect Vitamin D Levels?
Approximately 40 percent of the entire United States population does not attain enough vitamin D optimal for health. In fact, a new study published by BMC Public Health journal suggests that those with indoor occupations are more likely to have low vitamin D levels.
How to Stay Fit in Your Prime
If you’re finding it more difficult to maintain your figure as you get older, you’re not alone. Middle age brings many physical and physiological changes that can lead to weight gain and muscle loss, particularly for women.
Older Adults Who Evenly Distribute Protein Intake Have Increased Muscle Strength
Check and double check the labels on the back of products prior to consumption, log the total number of calories per meal or snack, and fit in a daily exercise routine to keep muscle intact. Sounds like the perfect plan for healthy aging, right?
How Much Exercise Do You Need for Healthy Aging?
Researchers have long agreed that most of us don’t get enough physical activity. But even exercising a few times per week may not be high enough to make an impact on telomeres as a biomarker of aging.
Can Dance Help Older Adults Keep Their Brains Young?
Parents often start their children early by getting them into the first dance class opening they can find. Whether it’s ballet lessons, or an intro to hip-hop class, dance allows kids to transfer their jumpy energy into learning coordination and skill. But what about parents?
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