Hate to exercise? You can actually fight dementia from your couch

A photo collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows a woman lying on a sofa with a glass of popcorn and a remote control, looking bored while watching TV, Image 2 shows an elderly man touching his head in frustration while pointing at a wall calendar, possibly indicating memory loss or cognitive impairment

A photo collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows a woman lying on a sofa with a glass of popcorn and a remote control, looking bored while watching TV, Image 2 shows an elderly man touching his head in frustration while pointing at a wall calendar, possibly indicating memory loss or cognitive impairment Couch potatoes, … Read more

Studies show that some form of exercise improves sleep significantly

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According to the latest research, rolling out the yoga mat and moving with your breath may be one of the best exercises for improving sleep in the long run. A meta-analysis of 30 randomized controlled trials shows that regular, high-intensity yoga is associated with stronger sleep than walking, resistance training, combination exercise, aerobic exercise, or … Read more

The Best Fitness Deals in Amazon’s Spring Sale 2026: Gym Equipment, Weights, and More

The Best Fitness Deals in Amazon's Spring Sale 2026: Gym Equipment, Weights, and More

of the Amazon’s Big Spring Sale It launched on March 25th, and it’s still going strong. Amazon is known for bringing stellar savings on popular tech gear, including Televisions and laptopbut we also see some great fitness deals. With discounts on everything from water bottles and smart scales to treadmills and fitness trackers, there’s never … Read more

Mental health workers fight for AI protections in California

Mental health workers fight for AI protections in California

“Kaiser executives say they don’t use AI to make patient care decisions, but they won’t say what technology is behind the online questionnaires that automatically determine whether patients need urgent appointments and assess whether they might be a threat to themselves,” said Carolyn Steele, a behavioral therapist in San Francisco. “Whatever Kaiser wants to say, … Read more

A UK surgeon shares a diet rich in protein and fiber that reduces the risk of heart disease, cholesterol, and has anti-cancer properties

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Many of the everyday staples that sit quietly in Indian kitchens are more powerful than we give them credit for. These common, inexpensive foods are packed with nutrients that can provide support It improves heart health, bowel function, regulates blood sugar, and even helps reduce inflammation over time. Some may even have protective, anti-cancer properties … Read more

Dietary supplement makers are pushing the FDA to allow peptides and other new ingredients

Dietary supplement makers are pushing the FDA to allow peptides and other new ingredients

Washington — Makers of dietary supplements are pushing the Food and Drug Administration to expand the types of ingredients they can put in their products, a change that could open the way for the marketing of peptides, probiotics and other cutting-edge health offerings. The FDA held a public meeting on Friday to discuss its long-standing … Read more

Chilliwack YMCA hosts free Active Aging Day to encourage seniors to exercise – Chilliwack Progress

Gillian Phillips, 86, uses a NuStep machine while sharing a laugh with Karen Price, general manager of the Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA, in Chilliwack on March 19, 2026. (Jenna Hauck/ Chilliwack Progress)

Encouraging seniors to stay active, or start exercising, is the goal of a new community event coming to Chilliwack. The Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA in Chilliwack is hosting Active Aging Day on Wednesday, April 15. “If people are active, how do we keep them active? If they’re not active, how do we get them active? … Read more

Aura’s ring helps detect many cases of lymphoma, says its chief medical officer

Headshot of Dr. Bloomfield, with arms crossed. You can see him wearing an aura ring on his ring finger.

The Aura Ring has become synonymous with smart rings like Kleenex has with tissues. With a 74% share of the category, according to Ommedia’s November 2025 report, it has helped define the overall health coverage category. As someone who spent months on my Aura Ring data, I thought I had a pretty good handle on … Read more

Research suggests that after 65, your health may depend less on exercise, diet, or genetics than whether you have at least one person in your life who asks how you’re really doing and expects an honest answer.

Research suggests that after 65, your health may depend less on exercise, diet, or genetics than whether you have at least one person in your life who asks how you're really doing and expects an honest answer.

Add VegOut to your Google News Feed. Conventional wisdom about aging is almost entirely physical. Eat well. Move often. Get enough sleep. Get your blood work done. to reform The wellness industry has turned the post-65 body into a project, a machine fed with accurate information. And many people believe that if they just stick … Read more