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With the aging of the baby boomer generation, questions about slowing the aging process abound. A considerable amount of serious research is being conducted to determine whether diet and certain supplements can impede the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

An extensive study has been undertaken at Columbia University in light of the anticipation that these conditions will become more prevalant as the aging population swells. The following article delves into this issue and is worth the read.

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There are a multitude of physical and mental changes that take place in the aging process. As we grow older, we may or may not notice the changes until something begins to slow us down or certain symptoms begin to manifest themselves. Most are not cause for alarm, but are to be expected.

Being aware of what signs will appear as we move through the aging process can help us to be more accepting of those things that are inevitable. The following article briefly outlines the major changes you can anticipate which, hopefully, will arm you against surprises. Continue Reading »

One thing experts in the aging process continue to harp on is the necessity of strength training in order to maintain stamina, balance and flexibility. One of the approaches that eases the strength building agenda is Pilates.

Applying Pilates to mitigating the aging process is discussed in the following article which stresses that it is easy on the joints and muscles while, at the same time, delivering benefits. Continue Reading »

One thing we know about the aging process is that our immune system can become compromised. Aging, in and of itself, is not a disease as some promoters would suggest, but there is no question that, as we age, we become prone to contracting disease. This often can be attributed to a decline in the potency of our immune system.

One of the best strategies in combatting the onset of disease in the aging process is to strengthen our immune system. There are a number of steps which can do just that, and the article that follows covers these in some detail. Continue Reading »

In thinking about the aging process, it’s been said that aging is a temporary victory over everything that can kill you. The span of that temporary victory is a topic finding far more interest and coverage in the media these days as baby boomers begin the inexorable process of growing older.

As we delve into the process of aging, just what is it we’re talking about? If baby boomers are going to obsess about aging, then it certainly would be well to gain some understanding of what’s involved. The article that follows attempts to shed some light. Continue Reading »