Book Recommendation: Super Agers by Eric Topol
Dr. Eric Topol, renowned cardiologist, founder of the Scripps Research Translational Institute, professor, researcher, and author has for years been at the cutting-edge of medical innovation, particularly in the areas of individualized medicine, digital health, and artificial intelligence. His previous bestsellers, The Patient Will See You Now and Deep Medicine, have already helped readers reevaluate the future of healthcare, and Topol’s new book, Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity, examines the lives, habits, and biologies of individuals who defy conventional aging.
New Research Unlocks “Biological Age”
Exciting new research from the University of Washington has led to the development of a ground-breaking health assessment process, known as the Health Octo Tool, that evaluates biological aging. The tool establishes how “old” a person’s body is and how it is functioning at a cellular level. For active older adults, understanding biological age could be a game-changer as it can help inform everything from overall health management strategies to fitness and nutrition programs.
Three Tech Innovations That Elevate Exercise
Exercise is a key component of a healthy lifestyle, particularly for older adults, but one of the challenges of any fitness routine is the monotony that comes with doing the same thing over a long period of time. As in many industries, there are innovators around the world thinking about how to tackle this problem and finding ways to use technology to enhance and (re)invigorate the experience in the gym.
“I Just Go and Do it”
Life, Inspiration, and Creativity with Michele Baratta (aka @BellaBranchDIY)
Michele is something of a social media sensation. A Southern California native, her Instagram account now has around 138,000 loyal followers who look to her for daily style inspiration, life tips, and her messages of empowerment and motivation. But she lived a whole other life before this one, and Michele recently sat down with Amevida to tell us her story.
The Crucial Role of Rest & Recovery in Exercise
Recovery is a vital component of any training regimen. Rest periods are when the body repairs and rebuilds itself, ultimately making workouts more effective and enjoyable. Strength training - which in its essence is controlled, sustained stress on muscles - causes microtears in muscle fibers, and recovery is the time during which these fibers heal, thicken, and grow stronger, resulting in greater strength and improved performance. However, without adequate rest, the body cannot repair these fibers efficiently, which increases the risk of injuries and impedes strength and fitness progress.
Book Recommendation: Why We Swim by Bonnie Tsui
Bonnie Tsui’s Why We Swim is a celebration of humanity’s deep connection to water, offering readers a captivating journey into the art, science, and spirit of swimming. Through a blend of compelling storytelling, rigorous research, and personal anecdotes, Tsui explores why swimming is universally loved across cultures and generations.
Technology Trends for Connectivity, Security, and Wellness
In today's increasingly digital-first world, technology is transforming lives by fostering connections, improving well-being, and increasing overall quality of life. Like many outdated stereotypes, the idea that older adults are reluctant tech adopters is false (if it were ever true at all.) Many people have embraced tools like wearable health and fitness monitors, smart home devices, and telemedicine platforms that provide convenient and direct access to healthcare. These advancements, among others, are supporting more connected, secure, and fulfilling lives. Here are four key innovations that are enhancing and enriching lives everywhere.
The Importance of Strength Training
Strength training becomes increasingly important for older adults, playing a key role in maintaining independence, health, and overall well-being. While the aging process naturally results in a decrease in both muscle mass and bone density, strength training can help to slow these effects, which enables people to maintain an active, strong, and injury-free lifestyle.
Nutrition & Longevity: A Global Opportunity
As life expectancy rises around the world, some countries are shifting their focus from longer lifespans to extending "healthspan," a term used to describe a person’s years lived in good health. Nutrition is at the heart of this shift, offering potential solutions to common health challenges.
A Look at the Growth of Concierge Health Services
Concierge health services have seen significant growth over the past decade. Driven by longer lifespans, persistent challenges in traditional healthcare systems, and a rising demand for highly personalized care solutions, these services provide older adults with a tailored approach to their health, focusing on accessibility, preventive care, and an enhanced patient experience.
Being Thankful: The Keys to Gratitude
Practiced consistently, gratitude is a state of mind that can transform well-being, enrich daily life, and deepen personal relationships. At any stage of life, it can bring immense joy and a renewed sense of connection. Here’s a closer look at three essential aspects of gratitude.
Blue Zones: Fact or Fiction?
Blue Zones are regions of the world where people are reported to live longer and healthier lives due to common lifestyle traits among these populations that include healthy eating, strong community bonds, regular exercise, and a clear sense of purpose in daily life. However, recent criticism has cast doubt on the theory.
Start Today Right: Tips for Healthy Mornings
A healthy morning routine sets the tone for the day, and has an ongoing influence on both mental and physical well-being. By adopting a few simple habits, you can improve your mood, boost energy levels, and enhance overall wellness. Here are some proven ways to transform your mornings.
GWI: Global Wellness is now a $6.3T Economy
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) recently published its 2024 report which showed that the wellness economy reached a new peak of $6.3 trillion in 2023, and is projected to grow at around 7% per year to reach nearly $9 trillion by 2028.
Amevida’s Favorite Influencers
Exploration, creativity, fitness, and style are all parts of aging well. There are many online influencers who focus on these features of a rich and vibrant life, and they have built significant followings based on their inspiring content.
Five Trends in Longevity
Longevity is now drawing attention across a variety of sectors, and specifically in the medicine, technology, and lifestyle industries. This article takes a closer look at five current trends driving advancements in the space.
The Path to Longevity: Exploring the Health Benefits of Walking
Whether you live in a small village or a sprawling metropolis, don’t underestimate the benefits of walking just a few miles every day for increased longevity.
The Hidden Benefits of Team Sports for Older Adults
Researchers from The Journal of Sport and Health Science, a journal dedicated to the advancement of sport, exercise, physical activity, and health sciences, wanted to know why older adults play sport. They found some major benefits for older adults.
On a Health Kick: Older Adults Spend More on Wellness
A recent report by Morgan Stanley also shows that older adults have more disposable income than in the past and are more inclined to spend it on wellness, preventative health, and self-care.
The Benefits of Cycling for Overall Body Health
A recent study explored the benefits of cycling to overall health, and specifically a reduction in the occurrence of osteoarthritis.