Make Movement your medicine
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Make Movement your medicine

Our bodies were made to move. The problem is our society has been built around keeping us in a sedentary position—the average person in the U.S. sits for 10.4 hours a day. I recently went to Florence Italy and I don’t think I sat for more than 3 or 4 hours each day because we had to walk everywhere. We’re learning that moving throughout your day not only keep chronic health issues at bay, but it also keeps you young for longer. So, if you haven’t already, it’s a good idea to make movement your medicine. Here are more reasons to motivate you.

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The Power of an anti-inflammatory Diet for Health and longevity after 50
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The Power of an anti-inflammatory Diet for Health and longevity after 50

To say that our bodies undergo changes as we age is an understatement. If you’re 50 years of age or older, you know what I mean. To live a full and energetic life well into our 80s, it’s crucial for us to pay close attention to our dietary habits now. One dietary approach that I follow and work with my clients on is the anti-inflammatory diet. This diet focuses on consuming foods that reduce inflammation in the body, which is linked to various age-related health issues. Let's dive into the science-backed reasons why embracing an anti-inflammatory diet can be particularly beneficial for those 50+, shall we?

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Why is a positive mindset important as we get older?
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Why is a positive mindset important as we get older?

Healthy aging is having the mindset that you will do whatever is needed in order to continue doing the things that you love and are important to you as you grow older. People with more positive attitudes about growing old tend to live longer and healthier lives than those with negative thoughts about aging, according to recent research.

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5 Reasons to Eat More Plants
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5 Reasons to Eat More Plants

Do you ever feel like the act of figuring out what to eat is complicated? I feel like that sometimes. I think it’s because there’s a lot involved in answering the question: what should we eat? There are so many diets out there: keto, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian, and on and on. What is the best diet for a human being, anyway?

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The Side Effect of Aging That You CAN Control 
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The Side Effect of Aging That You CAN Control 

What the heck is “inflammaging?” Another thing to worry about? Well, yes and no. It depends. We all age. And it’s a complex process. But, research suggests that inflammation may be a strong contributor many age-related chronic diseases. Read more about what you can control with aging.

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Being Present with What Is
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Being Present with What Is

When I’m teaching yoga, I invite student to try and be present with what is. That means however their bodies feel or whatever their minds are doing, to just allow that to be present without getting entangled in it. It’s definitely easier said than done. So, how can some people not get all riled up by things and other people lose it at the slightest inconvenience? Well, it takes a lot of practice.

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