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Leg Workouts Near Retirement Preserve Mobility

Folks nearing retirement shouldn’t skip leg days at the gym, a new study advises. One year of heavy strength training preserves vital leg strength up to at least four years later, researchers found. “This study provides evidence that resistance training with heavy loads at… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on June 19, 2024

Problem Marijuana Use Rising Among Seniors

As marijuana use becomes legal and more accepted across America, more seniors are developing unhealthy relationships with the drug, a new report suggests. A look at data on almost 56 million Medicare beneficiaries finds “rates of health care encounters with cannabis-related… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on June 18, 2024

Eating Cheese Contributes to Healthy Aging

Bring on the gouda! Eating cheese appears to boost mental well-being which promotes better health and longevity. A study published in the journal Nature Human Behavior revealed that participating in activities that boost mental health, which include consuming lots of cheese… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on June 18, 2024