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Lifestyle

Six simple ways to tap into the healing power of nature

Spending time outdoors can melt stress, boost your mood, and even lower your risk for heart disease and diabetes, according to a growing stack of scientific research.

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Fitness

Partner workouts: Your fitness success secret

Having trouble getting to the gym? Resolutions to get in better shape on the back burner? It may be time for a new, super effective strategy.

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Mental Health

What mild cognitive impairment (MCI) looks like in older adults — and how to help

It’s not unusual to forget things now and again as you age. But some older adults have more significant memory loss and thinking problems than others.

5 facts about mental health medications after 65
Mental Health

Five facts about mental health medications after 65

Feelings of sadness and stress are common (and normal) throughout life.

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Mental Health

What depression looks like in older adults — and how to help

Feeling blue now and then is normal, no matter what your age. Maybe a good friend moved away, or a sad memory popped into your head.

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Lifestyle

For a healthier, happier life, unleash your inner artist

Aches and pains? Join the club. Stressed out? Who isn’t? Got a headache from the never-ending cycle of doom on the news? Well, of course you do.

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Mental Health

Seven important facts to know about panic attacks

Your heart is racing, your palms are sweaty, and you’re breathing so hard you can’t speak. Are you having a panic attack?

What to look for in a therapist for loved ones ages 65 and older
Mental Health

What to look for in a therapist for loved ones ages 65 and older

One of the guarantees of aging: You’ll go through lots of changes throughout your life.

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Mental Health

Eight surprising effects of chronic stress

When the American Psychological Association surveyed Americans about their stress levels for its

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Nutrition

Five eating habits that can help keep your blood sugar in check

If you have a family history of diabetes or you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes, you know how important it is to keep your blood sugar in check.

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Health

How to improve your cholesterol

You might feel fine, but high cholesterol numbers are a reason to take pause.

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Mental Health

What dementia looks like in older adults — and how to help

Misplacing your reading glasses. Forgetting to pay a bill. Thinking it’s Friday when it’s only Thursday.

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