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Seniors Benefit from Volunteering

Seniors Benefit from Volunteering
In 2021, I wrote a blog post about the cognitive benefits of volunteering by older adults. More recent studies expanded the range of benefits. The following studies provide further support the multiple benefits for seniors who volunteer. Lower mortality risk, better health and well-being Higher levels of volunteering predict better health and well-being. A recent…
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Exercise for Octogenarians?

Exercise for Octogenarians?
Yes, octogenarians can benefit from increasing physical activity (movement activities of everyday life) or exercise (structured and planned ways to move more). The following studies show of the benefits that older people can enjoy from getting more physical activity or exercise. Frailty While there’s no universally accepted definition of frailty, one that's widely used includes…
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Chronic Inflammation

Chronic Inflammation
What is inflammation? Inflammation refers to the body’s physiological response to damage and threats including injuries, infections, and irritants such as pollen and chemicals. A cut on your finger turns red signifying acute inflammation. It is one of our body’s defense mechanisms and is essential to our daily survival. Chronic (systemic) inflammation, during which the…
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Extra-virgin Olive Oil May Promote Better Mental Function

Extra-virgin Olive Oil May Promote Better Mental Function
What’s so special about olive oil? Olive oil contains primarily mono-unsaturated fatty acids, which are linked to better health. In addition, olive oil contains as many as 100 polyphenolic compounds, some of which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Olive oil may exert its evident health effects via anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic effects and by…
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