Boomers
This section is for you, the healthy, active Boomer! We’ve compiled the best of our articles and information just for your lifestyle. Scroll through our article list to learn how you can have fun staying FIT!
Breast Health Awareness
October 14, 2010
by Optimum Wellness
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer statistics are at an alarming high. With one of every eight American women likely to develop breast cancer, most women want to do what they can to help decrease their risk of this disease. Recent statistics from the American Cancer Society estimate that approximately 207,090 new cases [...]
Students of Life
September 22, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 3 Comments
We may choose to define discipline as “being a student of our own life.” Being a lifelong student may help to increase the health of our minds and possibly increase the length of our lives. We can show up for life-school everyday with an open mind and heart, fully prepared by bringing our A-game and [...]
Coffee Perks
June 15, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
It seems the jury is back in when it comes to discussing whether or not coffee is good for our health. Do the benefits outweigh the risks? A recent study would suggest, that yes, coffee is actually good for most of us. Researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm questioned over 60,000 women regarding their [...]
Wine May Decrease Risk Of Esophageal Cancer
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Researchers from Kaiser Permanente research group conducted a large population based study that found that men and women who consumed one or more glasses of red or white wine daily decreased their risk for developing Barrett’s Esophagus by over 50%. Barrett’s Esophagus is a precursor to esophageal (throat) cancer. Barrett’s Esophagus affects approximately 5 percent of the general United States population and happens when heartburn or acid reflux permanently injures the esophageal lining. There was no reduction in risk in the population that consumed beer or liquor.
The Needs of Seniors
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Many of us realize that the needs of children differ from those from adults in many ways. Nutritionally speaking, kids need foods that support their healthy growth and development. We tend to give less thought to the needs of aging adults, although research strongly suggests we should be paying more attention. This is precisely why vitamin and supplement manufacturers create special formulas specifically geared for seniors.
The Bedroom Diet
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Could a man’s diet actually affect how virile he is? Yes, according to new research coming from the University of California at Berkeley. The dietary support came from kiwis, broccoli, strawberries and oranges – all rich in Vitamin C; almonds, sunflower seeds, soy yogurt and pecans – rich in Vitamin E; sweet potatoes, mangos, spinach and kale – rich in beta carotene. All these foods are rich in antioxidants and the study found that men who consumed a diet rich in these key antioxidants had the best sperm and semen quality-in terms of number and motility.
Some Foods Can Keep You Young Looking
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
There are many factors that contribute to the physical signs of aging. Smoking is of course at the top of the list. Experts believe that cigarette smoke damages the skin as much as exposure to the ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Sun exposure and thus frequent sunburn can also cause the skin to become more wrinkled, dry and leathery looking.
Running for Strong Bones
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Many people shy away from the impact of running and other high-impact activities, but new research may encourage you to think again about giving running a try. In a study performed at the University of Missouri, running had a greater beneficial effect on bone mineral density than resistance exercise. While both resistance training and running both had a positive effect on bone mineral density, running had a greater impact.
Resveratrol: Big Hope or Huge Hype?
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
If you’ve spent anytime on the Internet then chances are you’ve seen at least advertisements for Resveratrol in one form or another. With claims ranging from anti-aging miracle to weight loss and anticancer supplement, resveratrol is the latest and greatest cure-all – or so they claim.
Metabolism After Age 40
March 23, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Have you noticed that your metabolism seems to have slowed as you have gotten older? It’s true, studies show that as we move into 4th and 5th decade of life we tend towards what is often referred to as the “middle age spread.” Did you know that this middle age weight gain is not fact of life or aging physiology? We can keep our metabolic fires burning by eating with time in mind.
