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How to Gain Better Balance

Jul 24, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Functional fitness refers to exercises designed to train your muscles to make it easier and safer to perform everyday activities such as carrying groceries, walking on unstable surfaces like grass and sand, and reaching up into a high cupboard. Each of these actions involves balance. Most activities of daily living … Read More

Protect Yourself from Lyme Disease

Jun 26, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data published in the Feb. 15 issue of the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report point to a 69 percent increase in the number of reported cases of Lyme disease, a tick-borne infection that can result in serious complications. The analysis showed that … Read More

Venting and Physical Exertion May Fuel Feelings of Anger

May 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

For some people, going on a long run or walk when they are angry might seem like a helpful way to manage those difficult feelings. For others, just venting and letting those angry emotions out might feel like the right decision. But research published recently in the journal Clinical Psychology … Read More

Why Should We Focus on Drinking Enough Water?

Mar 21, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Do you drink enough water each day? If not, your overall health may be taking a toll. And why is drinking water important? Drinking water regularly can help you to lose weight, think better, be in a better mood, prevent disease, and more. Why Our Bodies Need Water. How much … Read More

What You Can Do to Maintain Your Energy Levels

Oct 26, 2023 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Flagging energy is a real concern for many of my patients—in fact, what’s “normal” for energy with aging is the second most common concern I’m asked about, after questions about memory. People become worried when doing their usual activities becomes too much for them. Everyone’s usual energy level is different: … Read More

Give Soda the Boot

Oct 26, 2023 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Although the debate rages on about whether or not soda should be allowed in schools and major cities, one thing is for sure: each individual can make a personal choice to limit or quit drinking soda altogether. What about you? Are you ready to kick soda to the curb for … Read More

Long COVID May Affect Brain Function Two Years After Infection

Sep 25, 2023 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Researchers have found that people with long COVID symptoms such as brain fog often show reduced performance in tasks testing different mental processes up to two years after infection with the virus. Study findings published recently in Clinical Medicine suggest that people who were infected but felt “fully recovered” were … Read More

Does Your Body Have a “Set” Weight?

Sep 25, 2023 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

The set point theory for weight, which has been around since the 1970s, suggests that your body has a specific weight range to which you are genetically predisposed. In other words, the body tries to stay within a certain weight range. It’s a popular theory. But, if your body has … Read More

Spotlight on Supplements: Vitamin B12

Sep 25, 2023 · Maria Stewart · Aging & Independence

Overview. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a key role in metabolism and energy production within our cells. So, in a way, vitamin B12 does give us energy by enabling us to create energy in the cell, while also supporting other vital functions. Special … Read More

Ask the EN Experts July 2023

Jun 26, 2023 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Aging & Independence

If you’re like many people, the warm summer months are a prime time for leisure and travel. Whether you’re traveling for days, weeks, or months this sunny season, you can take simple steps to ensure that you are able to nourish your body in a healthful way. Here are a … Read More

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