Sadly, we have all seen senile senior citizens. After all, many senior-aged people become weaker, mentally and physically. Alternatively, when we see someone in their 80s or 90s, who is as sharp as a tack and quicker with their tongue than ourselves, we are shocked, but in a good way! Wow, to be as alert as they are at their age! This person is a super-ager.Super-agers possess cognitive abilities … [Read More...]
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Secrets of Aging
Super Agers Diet Tips For Healthy Joints and Bones
A decrease in mobility is one of the biggest tell-tale signs of aging. As we age, we start feeling aches and pains when we perform certain actions, compared to when we were younger. For example, you might have been able to jump off something and land with a bounce in your feet, whereas now, if you jump you land with a thud, and your whole body is jarred.The types of things that didn’t cause pain … [Read More...]
What Is A ‘Super Ager’?
Aging is often associated with an array of negative side effects, including mental health problems such as memory loss, and a decline in physical health and mobility. We all understand that our brain and physiological functions may decline as we age, and for many of us, we have accepted this as a fact of life.However, there are some people who are well into their 80s and beyond who can show you … [Read More...]
Increasing Life Expectancy – Is 100 The New 75?
Before the start of the 20th century, it was not common to see people live much past 60, but today, thanks to advancements in science and various lifestyle factors, more people are reaching the golden age of 100. According to current statistics, if you Google the average ‘global’ lifespan you may be happy to know it increases all the time. It appears that the age of 100 is the new 75 … [Read More...]
The Joy of Learning: Advantages of Returning to School After Retirement
This is another Guest Post is from Andrea at eldersday.org. Enjoy!Retirement often marks the beginning of a new chapter, filled with opportunities to explore passions and hobbies that were previously sidelined. One of the most fulfilling ways to enrich this phase of life is by going back to school. Whether it's pursuing a long-held interest, staying mentally active, or meeting new people, … [Read More...]
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Hi, I'm Ron. As I enter my Golden Years (I'm 65 at the time of this writing), … [Read More]