LIFE BEGINS AT 70

Health and fitness are major concerns for most seniors, usually because they've spent decades ignoring those topics. If that includes YOU, at what age did you decide your fitness level wasn't a priority? Fortunately in most cases it's not too late - you can start taking back your health and fitness at any age!   From treadmills to exercise machines to free weight areas, more and more people over 60 are turning up regularly at gyms and working out regularly. Most marathons these days have athletes 60 and older joining them, and the half-marathons see even more seniors taking part. And golf courses, tennis courts and squash courts are often populated with seniors, both for their enjoyment and to help them get and stay fit. But if your physical condition isn't up to extreme senior sports, the good news is you can start much more simply. Health and fitness require proper exercise, nutrition and sufficient rest to recover fully.  But seniors don

Fitness of the body is the desire of every man or woman, as a healthy body can be the key to an active life, leading to happiness and success. But one needs to follow some healthy lifestyles, which will in turn, ensure better living and physical health of that person.  These beneficial habits can save a person from many fatal diseases, like cerebral stroke, cardiac arrest, renal failure, malfunctioning of liver, lung infection and even some cancers. Therefore, one should follow a few simple rules, which will protect him/her from most of the physical hazards that people face nowadays. Consumption of only healthy foods - Every child should develop the healthy habit of eating nutritious foods, which will make their bodies stronger from the starting phase of their life. A balanced meal is needed for everyone, which comprises of one-third portion of carbohydrates, necessary proteins from oily fish or lean meat, very little amount of fats and plenty of fresh fruits and

T he Bible is not necessarily a medical textbook; nor does it serve as a behavioral constraint. Still, there are advantageous benefits from understanding the supernal view of health as expressed in the Bible. These are some of the Bible's recommendations for good health and longevity... "Meditate... day and night..." - Joshua 1:8 Most people are not raised to sit in solitude and mumble "mumbo jumbo." But meditation is making a comeback from the ages. "The relaxation response [from meditation] helps decrease metabolism, lowers blood pressure, and improves heart rate, breathing and brain waves," says cardiologist Herbert Benson, MD. Any condition that's caused or worsened by stress can be alleviated through meditation, he further adds.  No wonder when when Joshua was assigned the weighty task as overseer over the nation of ancient Israel which was no doubt stressful due to daunting task that lay ahead, he was advised to "me

Keeping active daily and learning new things can make for a stimulating retirement with little boredom. If you didn't lead an active life, now is a great time to start since nothing is in the way to hold you back. Hanging out with other seniors that are active will help you stay active, too. You may not keep at it unless you are motivated, and having friends join you in an activity helps you keep doing it. If you are starting a new activity, have a spouse or buddy join with you. Doing aerobic exercise increases your endurance which increases your heart rate and breathing capacity. Some examples are brisk walking, swimming, dancing, and biking. Strength exercise, which includes lifting free weights, increases muscle mass and strength.  You can also accomplish this by using resistance bands. It is also good for maintaining your bone density which prevents any falls from doing a lot of damage. The weights don't need to be too heavy to do the job, and

Ginger is a flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae; it produces clusters of white and pink flower buds that bloom into yellow flowers. Flesh of ginger rhizome can be yellow, white or red in color. Ginger rhizome is covered with a brownish skin that may either be thick or thin.  The ginger root is widely used as a spice or a medicine for centuries. Aromatic, pungent and spicy, ginger adds a special flavor and zest to Asian stir fries and many fruit and vegetable dishes. Nowadays, ginger root extract is sold in health - food stores or online services.   Ginger has been used in China and India for more than 5,000 years to treat many types of ailments, below are some examples:  Common cold: The common cold is a viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract which primarily affects the nose. It is caused by a number of different types of viruses. The symptoms of common cold include cough, sore throat, sneezing and runny nose and these symptoms usually begin 2 or 3 day

What's more important to life and vitality than health? If it's not the most important factor of longevity, it's one of the most important. Health is not only about one's physical well-being. It's also important regarding mental, emotional, spiritual, and financial stability, among others as well. Some things contribute to health (positively or negatively) while others depend on the condition of health and/or are a result of the condition of health. Consider the 5 F's: Food, fitness, finances, fulfillment, and fun. (1) Food : What is consumed, which is often called food, has a direct effect as well as an indirect effect on one's physical health. When considering that the word food can be used metaphorically in many different ways, it is why the word consumed was used. Metaphorically, what we seek, read, see and hear are also forms of food to a similar extent that gasoline is food for an automobile. Regardless if it's literally or

You say you want to live a long healthy life, be around for kids and grand kids, and you talk the talk. You might be one of those people who tries to eat better, tries to get to the gym, and tries to get more rest. The obvious factors that support your stay-healthy goals are things you already know: keep a moderate weight; avoid tobacco and excess alcohol; eat your veggies and avoid junk food; get plenty of exercise; take your supplements; and don't skimp on sleep. Ho hum... right? The media is practically screaming at us to follow these guidelines. What makes health even more interesting are the more subtle practices that have just as great an impact. Do you recognize any opportunities for you here to walk your talk and make this real for you in your lifetime? 1.   What are your attitudes and beliefs? I heard someone say last week that when she got the sniffles, she was sure that it would develop into bronchitis. Her body complied with her belief. I prom

Maybe somewhere deep inside you lurks the crazy thought that we all have in our irrational moments. That is: Can't this whole disease threat thing just go away? Cant a society that put men on the moon and explore space come up with some kind of high-tech anti-illness potion so that we can go on about our business?      Hang on, we have one for you. Behold our magic pill, guaranteed to significantly reduce your risk of disease. It's fun to take. It makes you feel good. It's 100 percent natural. It's cheap and available.      Okay, we exaggerate a little---but only a little. It's not guaranteed (nothing in medicine is). It's not a pill. And it's not magic. But fitness through exercise is a proven risk-reducer. Go down the list of killers and exercise combats most of them.      In short, a regular fitness program should be the cornerstone of your anti-disease strategy, experts say Working out Disease       "The numbers clearly s