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Building Bonds and Health: Incorporating Wellness into Family Life

In today's fast-paced world, where schedules are packed and stress levels are high, it's more important than ever to prioritize wellness within the family unit. Incorporating wellness practices into family life not only fosters stronger relationships but also promotes physical and mental well-being for every member. Institute for Family Studies[1] discusses various strategies to build a healthier family environment through regular exercise, mindfulness activities and healthy eating habits. These approaches can help create a more intentional and connected family life contributing to overall wellness. Here's how families can embark on a journey towards wellness together. Prioritize Physical Activity Encourage the whole family to engage in regular physical activity. Instead of viewing exercise as a chore, turn it into a family adventure. Whether it's going for a walk after dinner, playing a sport together on weekends, or joining a family-friendly workout [...]

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Nutrition Tips for Aging Gracefully

Healthy eating is a necessary part of wellness at any age. The habits we create with food today will impact our health tomorrow and years into the future. Proper nutrition can help prevent and manage diseases and conditions, lower injury risk, manage weight, and provide adequate energy as we age. Consider the following tips to age gracefully with healthier eating. Variety is Key Eating various foods can help ensure the intake of numerous essential nutrients. Eat the rainbow when it comes to fruits and vegetables. The colors of these foods depict different nutrients, so eating an assortment will help avoid gaps in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Incorporating foods from each food group will create a more balanced diet, including recommended nutrients for older adults like potassium, calcium, vitamin D, dietary fiber, and vitamin B12 (My Plate1). Prioritizing nutrient-dense foods you [...]

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The Science of Stress: Understanding Its Effects on the Mind and Body

Stress is something we often experience daily. Anytime we face a stressful situation, the body automatically prepares to react. It releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that act to increase our heart rate and breathing, contract muscles, and elevate blood sugar for quick energy. These functions are necessary to help us respond in an emergency. However, prolonged and unmanaged stress can become chronic and negatively affect both mind and body. Stress and the Body Chronic stress affects every system of the body. Tense muscles can lead to soreness, neck and back pain, headaches, and migraines. Consistently elevated stress hormone levels increase the risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. It can trigger or exacerbate respiratory and gastrointestinal conditions. Long-term stress can also suppress immune system function and cause fertility and reproduction complications. Chronic stress even affects the body [...]

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Exercise and Aging: Maintaining Mobility and Health as You Grow Older

Physical activity is a leading component of healthy aging and maintaining mobility. However, exercising consistently and adapting your routine as needed can be challenging to navigate. We can begin by exploring the necessary elements to incorporate into a balanced exercise routine and the benefits of regular activity. Functional Exercise According to the American College of Sports Medicine1, “Functional Fitness describes exercises that are designed to help us maintain our physical independence. The goal is to replicate movement patterns we use in everyday life (aka activities of daily living or ADLs) in order to keep us strong and mobile.” Whenever you sit or stand from a chair, you perform the components of a squat. Step-ups imitate the motion of walking up or down stairs. A farmer’s walk with dumbbells or kettlebells simulates walking while carrying items like groceries. Incorporating strength movements [...]

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