by Patsi Krakoff | May 29, 2019 | Exercise, Senior Fitness, Senior Health
This is good news: not only can seniors prevent the onset of dementia with physical exercise, but with an exercise program seniors can grow new brain cells. In a previous post I wrote how the World Health Organization reviewed measures for preventing dementia. They...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 26, 2019 | Aging Brain, Causes of Aging, Senior Health
Every year as we grow older, Rob and I become more mindful of senior eye health. There are a lot of risks: cataracts, glaucoma, retinopathy, and the dreaded macular degeneration. Some of our friends have been lucky to catch the beginning signs of eye disease and get...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 24, 2019 | Aging Brain, Exercise, Senior Fitness
The results are in. Rob and I have been telling everyone for years, but without any scientific evidence other than our own experiences. Now it’s official: Exercise is the best thing seniors can do to prevent dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease and other brain...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 21, 2019 | Aging Brain, Causes of Aging, Exercise, Senior Fitness
Your brain can sabotage senior health and fitness efforts. It may seem counter-intuitive, but it’s true: You have a built-in genetic bias to relax, conserve energy, and overeat when food is plentiful. Think about it: Cavemen never had to motivate themselves into...
by Patsi Krakoff | May 18, 2019 | Exercise, Senior Fitness
Aerobic exercise is key for senior health. If you’re not getting your heart rate up and breaking a sweat, does it count as exercise? To get life extension and disease protection benefits, seniors need aerobic exercise, 150 minutes a week. Sure, it’s important to...
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