It’s no surprise to anyone that we live in stressful times. But what may surprise you is that stress can have significant ramifications for your health and well-being as you age. Women, in particular, are known to be susceptible to the negative effects of an overload of stress hormones. The…

The agebuzz “#agingandamazing” Instagram campaign   It started with an impression of mine: While there’s much in the aging literature about the “invisibility” of older people in our culture, my own experience of being out in the world suggested a slightly different story: Today’s older adults are engaged, interested in…

Should I stay or should I go? Many older adults face the common dilemma of whether to move and if so, where to. There are multiple factors that might influence your decision about moving, some of which may surprise you.   For instance, recent research from Stanford and MIT shows…

No doubt the summer is a great time to get out your bike. Cycling is an excellent activity for older adults, especially as it can be easier on the joints than other forms of exercise. This low-impact exercise also offers numerous health benefits, including improving immunity, supporting the cardiovascular system,…

The value of meditation for your mind and your emotional well-being has been known for some time. Long-time agebuzz readers may remember our previous post on the value of incorporating a meditation practice into your regular routine. But recent research takes the benefits from meditation a step further, finding that…

Despite the date, the season for summer travel is not yet over. If you’re eager to hit the road, there’s time left to plan a late summer or early fall vacation. And it seems like age is not keeping many of us at home. In fact, recent research commissioned by…