As you get older, you should be spending your time enjoying the things you have worked hard for, not unnecessary tasks. Simplifying your life can help you save time and money while reducing stress. It’s easy to become attached to routines or habits that don’t really serve you well, and this is a great time […] … learn more→
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Ways to simplify your life as you get older
Healthy aging: Wellness tips for seniors in senior living communities
Key Takeaways: Regular physical activity tailored to seniors promotes mobility and wellness. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet supports overall health and can prevent diseases. Active social engagement is crucial for emotional well-being in senior communities. Mental stimulation through cognitive activities enhances brain health. Quality sleep and stress management contribute to seniors’ healthier, happier lives. Table of […] … learn more→
One skill that doesn’t deteriorate with age
When Toni Morrison died on Aug. 5, the world lost one of its most influential literary voices. But Morrison wasn’t a literary wunderkind. “The Bluest Eye,” Morrison’s first novel, wasn’t published until she was 39. And her last, “God Help the Child,” appeared when she was 84. Morrison published four novels, four children’s books, many essays […] … learn more→
Why we can’t live forever: understanding the mechanisms of ageing
Ageing is the sum of many processes acting in concert to produce the signs and symptoms we know as “getting old”. Of course, there’s no way to stop the ageing process, but a better understanding of the different mechanisms of ageing can help us slow it and enjoy better health as the years advance. Perhaps […] … learn more→
Getting smarter while getting older
Brains that maintain healthy nerve connections as we age help keep us sharp in later life. An Age UK-funded project at the University has found that older people with robust brain wiring – that is, the nerve fibres that connect different, distant brain areas – can process information quickly and that this makes them generally […] … learn more→