Lately there have been “big” news articles about the downside of taking supplements. I previously wrote about one study regarding older women. The latest news is that taking calcium supplements may lead to a higher incidence of heart attacks. So it is now suggested that one get calcium through food sources. My issue with all…
I woke up with this post in my head and I’m slowly learning to just “go with it.” So I went with it Over the years I’ve seen that I work in cycles of various lengths. Jobs? Two years max! Daily exercise at a club? About 1.5 years! Regular worship attendance? Very varied so…
Not only does exercise help our brains as we age, it also adds years to that brain's [and body's] functioning!! I wrote about moving as a way to stave off Alzheimer's Disease – and here is another bit of research that shows how we can increase our lifespan. Regular running increases the average life expectancy…
New news about Alzheimer's: lowering your risk!! A new study indicates that normal everyday activity helps reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. Yes, exercise is good – but so are more of the everyday activities we engage in… Cleaning house and doing yardwork are taking on new importance. A higher level of physical…
It’s April Fool’s day It’s a new blog challenge It’s the start of a new quarter [of the year] So – It’s time to try tricking my brain!! I know I have a non-linear brain and I know that although I love many challenges, the ones that come with a feeling of “you have to”…