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10+ Ways to Feel Younger

In our youth-oriented culture, everyone wants to feel and look younger. However, science points out the benefits of feeling younger. Researchers at University College in London discovered a link between…

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10 Ways to Get Rid of Your Winter Blahs

Now is the winter of our discontent. –Richard III, William Shakespeare For some people, though, every winter is one of discontent. Whether that blah feeling is caused by Seasonal Affective…

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Senior Technology Ideas from CES 2017

Don’t you hate those advertisements and articles that try to sell you on the virtues of technology for seniors? They always take a condescending tone as if older adults can’t…

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7 Nutrition Tips Especially for Winter

Maintaining proper nutrition in winter is not always easy. Holiday treats, alcohol and comfort foods are readily available. And who feels like making a healthy salad when you can hear…

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Is Functional Fitness Right for You?

Functional Fitness has become a buzzword in the fitness industry. However, the goals, exercises and results vary among users. What Is Functional Fitness? Simply put, Functional Fitness is training that…

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10 Smartphone Exercise Apps

If you’re wondering what the big deal is about FitBit, welcome to the wonderful world of smartphone exercise apps! These are apps you can download from Google Play (Android phones)…

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5 Tips to Work off Holiday Indulgences

Another holiday season has come and gone. It’s easy to overindulge during the whirlwind of parties and cornucopia of festive fare, and some of you may have done just that.…

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8 Vacation Wellness Ideas

A vacation away from your current environment is good for you. Whether you take a cruise to Alaska or help build houses for Habitat for Humanity, walking different roads, visiting…

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The Best Chicago Neighborhood for Older Adults

Chicagoans love their city. Should you move out of Chicago just because you’re getting a little older? The Admiral at the Lake residents Bill Hinchliff and Joyce Dugan would answer,…

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