Wise Words That Prove Getting Older Is A Good Thing

Grandparents often offer us important insight into living well and aging gracefully -- all while loving us unconditionally. The wisdom we can gather from those who are older than us is invaluable. Who better to give us advice than those who are scientifically happier? In honor of Grandparents Day this Sunday, Sept. 8, enjoy a few of our favorite quotes on the beauty of aging. What are some of the important lessons you've learned from the older...

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8 Things Your City Should Be Doing To Help You Age Well

It felt like a bad joke — worse than the one about the chicken. Whenever Ed Aarons tried to cross the road in his New York City neighborhood, he never quite made it to the other side. As soon as the crosswalk signal said go, the 83-year-old moved quickly. "I trained myself to rush across, to give myself a certain allotted time to make it across," he said. "And I never did it." By the time he made it to the middle, the light would change, the cars...

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High Blood Pressure In Childhood Could Signal Future Risk

High blood pressure in childhood could triple the risk of developing the condition in adulthood, a new study suggests. Researchers from the Indiana University School of Medicine found that 18 percent of adults with high blood pressure also had at least one high blood pressure reading when they were children. Meanwhile, just 8.6 percent of adults with high blood pressure didn't have it as children. "This study highlights the need for pediatricians...

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Healthy Lifestyle Changes Could Lengthen Your Telomeres

Eat whole foods. Exercise. Meditate. Rely on supportive family and friends. All of these things have been linked, whether independently or together, with better health. And now, a new study shows it's never too late to start reaping the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. The study, published in the journal The Lancet Oncology, shows that healthy lifestyle changes can have an impact on aging and age-related diseases on a cellular level, by increasing...

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Does Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Arthritis

There is no compelling scientific evidence that cracking your knuckles causes arthritis. But a long-standing habit could affect joint function down the road. A joint is the point at which two (or more) bones meet. Ligaments connect the bones to one another, and a joint capsule surrounds the whole thing. It is filled with a natural lubricant called synovial fluid that helps the joint move smoothly. When you make the motion to crack your knuckles,...

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An Awesome Massage

Between talking, texting, typing, and cross-training, life can really take a toll on your body. It’s no wonder that prescription pain medication sales have jumped 90 percent since 1997, according to an Associated Press investigation. That’s a lot of pills, especially when massage can be just as effective in some cases, and almost free. Whether it’s your head, shoulders, knees, or feet that need attention, there’s an easy massage you can give...

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Talk About Pain Killer

Pain relievers are medicines that reduce or relieve headaches, sore muscles, arthritis or any number of other aches and pains. There are many different pain medicines, and each one has advantages and risks. Some types of pain respond better to certain medicines than others. Each person may also have a slightly different response to a pain reliever. Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are good for many types...

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