Age-defying reflexes – tips to maintain your sharpness.
As we get older, the speed of our reflexes tends to decline. This is partly due to changes in our nervous system. The transmission of signals between our brain and muscles becomes slower, resulting in delayed reaction times. Additionally, age-related muscle loss and decreased muscle strength can also contribute to slower reflexes. Here are 5 ways you can maintain and improve your reflexes.
Gut health matters: A guide to recognising bowel cancer symptoms and prevention for those over 50.
As we age, taking care of our health becomes more important than ever. One of the most critical aspects of maintaining good health is looking after our gut health. In Australia, bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, with over 17,000 people being diagnosed each year. It is especially prevalent in people over 60.
5 Proven Ways to Avoid Dementia
As we age, our mind, like the rest of our body, changes. This is normal, but some people experience more dramatic changes than others. Dementia is a broad term that refers to a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. It can cause problems with memory, language skills, judgment and other cognitive functions. Some people may have difficulty remembering recent events or following directions…
Skin cancer prevention – the importance of checking your skin
Let’s talk about the importance of skin health. When it comes to skin cancer prevention, having a regular and thorough check-up is imperative. Why is this important? Because if it is caught early, skin cancer can be cured. It is important to remember that you don’t have to have spent hours and hours…
How socialising can impact how long you live.
Your social life has a huge effect on your health. Studies show that people who have strong positive relationships with family members and friends are less likely to develop heart disease or cancer. These studies have shown that the more social support you have, the longer you’ll live.
Balance and exercise are essential in preventing falls.
According to Australian government health reports, falls are the leading cause of injury in older Australians, accounting for over 30% of all hospital admissions. The risk of falling increases with age and are generally linked to a decline in balance, strength, flexibility, and muscle mass.
Happy New Year, Happy New You
Getting fit is the key to your wellbeing giving you confidence both in your mind and your body. But getting fit is not always easy and “falling off the wagon” of that resolution you’ve made to yourself is common. We are here to tell you, that’s OK. The key is to never stop starting again.
Better Bones
Did you know that your bones are always changing? Every day of your life, some bone cells die and some new bone cells are created. Women who exercise regularly and eat calcium-rich foods enter their menopausal years with better bone mass than women who sit a lot…
Yes, you can still drink alcohol
Are you a social drinker? Nondrinker? Heavy drinker? Find out how your alcohol consumption habits are either helping or hurting you in staying fit and trim (or not)! So you have been exercising regularly, and cutting back on your calories to meet your weight loss goals.
What is BMI and does it matter?
One of the first steps to realizing if you are leading a healthy lifestyle or not is determining if you are overweight. Calculating your Body Mass Index or BMI is an excellent first step. Once you’ve determined what your BMI you can use a combination of exercise…
12 Ways to Improve Your Life TODAY
Small changes can make a big change to your life. Improve your health and wellness with these easy to implement tips. Challenge yourself to notice anything that surprises you, that you hadn’t noticed before. Allow yourself to be amazed by simple things…
Such a pain in the back.
You are not alone if you’re struggling with back pain. Lower back pain is common across both middle-aged men and women and can become more severe as we age. The causes of low back pain range from simple strains to spinal disc injuries and diseases that affect the joints…
Hormetic Stressors Can Slow Down the Ageing Process
“Stress” as a word is generally associated with negative connotations, but there is a type of stress which is actually beneficial to our health. The concept of hormesis was developed more than a hundred years ago, and research in this area has rapidly expanded over the last two decades…
5 things you can do right now to slow the ageing process.
“It’s the ordinary things we do on a daily basis that have an extraordinary effect,” says Dr Frank Lipman, renowned speaker and author of the new book “The New Rules of Ageing Well”. Aiming to change the face of ageing, Dr Lipman says that while it is common for women in their 40’s…
Toxins can accelerate ageing. So, what can we do about it?
When your body cannot eliminate waste properly it becomes acidic and toxic. When it becomes acidic and toxic, your blood and your cells slow down. When this happens, your body starts to slow down and break down. Be sure the number of litres of water you drink…
Let’s Talk About Snoring
It’s estimated that around 40 per cent of the population snores and regardless of the health issues (of which there are many), snoring can play havoc with your relationship. Snoring is caused by the rattling and vibration of tissues ear the airway in the back of the throat…
Toxin Reduction Tips and Tools
We are exposed to environmental toxins all the time. Even the simplest of daily routines can expose one to several common pollutants found in the water we drink, food we eat, and air we breathe. While our liver, kidneys and lymphatic system play a major role in...
Sleep – the key to everything
We all know that sleep is vital to our heath and wellbeing, but 2 in 5 Australians aren’t getting enough. Not so long ago, most people believed sleep was a passive activity during which the body and brain were dormant. However, studies have proven that sleep…
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