This type of exercise is best for reducing blood pressure to healthy levels, according to a new study Published by: AARP Want to lower your blood pressure? A new study pinpoints exactly what kind of exercise is best for easing blood pressure, and it doesn’t involve running on the treadmill or pumping iron at the […]
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Check out this list of what you need and when Published by: AARP You already know it’s important to get your flu vaccine every year, ideally by the end of October. And when you go in for the shot, it’s a great time to make sure you’re up-to-date on all the other immunizations you should
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When it comes to vitamins and minerals, multiple pills aren’t necessary Published by: AARP Taking a dietary supplement or two (or five) every day isn’t exactly uncommon. About 70 percent of adults age 60 and older reported taking at least one supplement in the past month — be it a multivitamin or a chocolate-flavored calcium
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Pay special attention to these susceptible areas as you age Published by: AARP If you want to keep your body strong and healthy in the second half of life, you might need some new routines. Here’s what you’re up against and why you should treat your most vulnerable body parts with care. 1. Your eyes
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When it comes to vitamins and minerals, multiple pills aren’t necessary Published by: AARP Taking a dietary supplement or two (or five) every day isn’t exactly uncommon. About 70 percent of adults age 60 and older reported taking at least one supplement in the past month — be it a multivitamin or a chocolate-flavored calcium
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Some chronic conditions tend to start cropping up in midlife. Here’s what to do about them Published by: AARP There’s a lot to celebrate when you hit the big five-oh. Discounts start to kick in, investments begin to mature, and — how does the saying go? — with age comes wisdom. But for all the
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