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Welcome to the Center for Healthy Aging Blog!
Aging well physically, mentally, and emotionally is a journey we all share. Navigating this journey requires reliable information and practical guidance.
That’s why we created this blog. We delve into a broad spectrum of healthy aging topics including the latest findings and recommendations from experts for improving brain, heart, bone and joint health, to practical advice on nutrition, sleep, exercise, caregiving and more.
Our goal is to empower you with expert insights and actionable steps to adopt healthy habits, promote well-being, and extend your “healthspan” – the years you live in vibrant health.
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Digital health: A problem or solution?
When was the last time you were out in public and you did not see the majority of people with a phone in their hands,
Mind over matter
We have all heard the phrase before. Whether it’s from a coach before a big game, a co-worker before a presentation, or an encouraging friend
The power of yoga
Close your eyes, relax, and take a deep breath in… Every yoga session tends to start in this manner: breathe, relax, and be aware of
The psychology of purpose in life
My mama always told me that miracles happen every day. Some people don’t think so, but they do. —Forrest Gump The human mind is one
The simple act of stretching
Most people would assume that stretching is only necessary when going for a run, playing sports, lifting weights, or after becoming injured. However, stretching at
Visiting nature for nature’s sake
In Colorado, we are fortunate to live near extraordinary natural areas. Many of us take advantage of this by participating in outdoor recreational activities, which
Aging in place in rural areas of Colorado
Aging in place, which means opting to remain in one’s own home or community into later years of life, is the preference of most older
The benefits of walking
We all know that exercise is one of the greatest things you can do for your body and health. However, there is always something getting
A dog’s age: What labradors and human longevity have in common
We’ve all heard the wisdom that one human year is equivalent to seven dog years, but newer research is rewriting the formula for human-to-dog age
The problem with chronic insomnia
Sleep, aging, and your brain… Has sleep become more of a problem with each passing year? Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by trouble falling
Gut feeling: A link between bacteria and Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists have known how important a healthy gut is for our bodies — specifically for our immune systems — for a long time. However, we
Does vitamin D affect your “biological age”?
The genes (DNA) we’re born with are the same genes we have today. We can’t lose or gain genes, but we do have biological ‘on’
Artificial exercise: The potential power of a protein
Exercise in a Bottle What if there was a supplement that would allow you to stay healthy without ever stepping on the treadmill? You’re probably
Inflammaging: The side effect of age you haven’t heard of
Inflammaging: A key culprit? What?! I need reading glasses? Sensory decline, especially in vision and hearing, is a change we tend to anticipate with advancing
You have the power to improve your cellular powerhouses
Walsh biking in the Rist Canyon, a classic loop for Fort Collins cyclists. Credit: Maureen Walsh Mito-who? Remember back in high school biology when you