Did you know that your zip code can be a predictor of your health? So can your place of birth, where you work and play, your income and ... Read More
Longevity
110-Year-Old Veteran: “A Positive Attitude Makes Me Feel Good”
Richard Overton, the world’s oldest living World War II veteran, has seen a lot over the years. And we're not just talking about the war. ... Read More
We’re Living Longer, But With Poor Health
Does it ever seem to you that those who seem healthier are leaving us sooner or those with poor health are outliving us all? Well, ... Read More
Meditation May Fight Off Memory Problems As You Age
A regular meditation practice might benefit older adults beginning to notice memory problems, a small pilot study finds. The ... Read More
100-Year-Old Ida Keeling Breaks World Running Record Then Does Push-Ups!
Ida Keeling is not your typical 100-year-old great-great-grandmother. For the most part, anyone 100-years-old or greater is normally sitting ... Read More
The Two Deadliest Words In Life (And 20 Things You Can Do About Them)
The two most deadliest words a person can say as they get older is not "I'm Dying" or "HIV Positive". Truly the most deadliest are "I ... Read More
STDs: A New Reality For Seniors
I met a gentleman at a social event recently who asked me what I did for a living. A detailed and accurate answer would be: “I’m the author ... Read More
5 Things Every Black Man Should Do To Cut His Diabetes Risk
The hip-hop community felt the immediate impact from the passing of A Tribe Called Quest member, Malik "Phife Dawg" Taylor. The untimely ... Read More
Feed Your Eyes Vitamin C For Cataracts Prevention
While many believe that vitamin C helps ward off colds, a new study suggests the nutrient might prevent something more serious -- ... Read More
#SquadGoals: Lessons From Girlfriends Turning 100 Together
Photo: Video screenshot (Monica Akhtar/The Washington Post) UPDATE as of June 18, 2016: Unfortunately, friends had hoped a fourth ... Read More
101-Year-Old Veteran Reveals Secret To Long Life: “Forgive Quickly”
Anna Fields is a World War 2 Army Vet. And at almost 101-years-old, she's seen almost everything. She was one of the first black nurses ... Read More
Running For Her Life: How One Woman Became “Fit By 40” & Finally Free
When one discovers their passion in life, a sense of purpose manifests and doors begin to open. Overcoming weight issues and two chronic ... Read More