Kosher Fitness

Eggs, oatmeal, pancakes or skip it. We have been told for a long time that breakfast is the most important meal of the day; the reality is that every meal is important. ...

Want to stay sharp as you age? Those who reach the age of 80 with the cognitive capabilities of someone decades younger are referred to as Super Agers. Researchers have found six habits of Super Agers that can guide us as we hope to achieve this status. ...

What's the difference between PT and OT? Physical therapy focuses on improving a patient’s physical function, mobility and strength. Occupational therapy focuses on improving a patient’s ability to perform meaningful activities as independently as possible. It would be nice if you could get both from one therapist, but that's not how it works. ...

There's a new alternative to the dreaded colonoscopy to screen for colon cancer. A simple blood test may prove to be a more effective form of screening since it would most likely increase the number of people willing to get tested. The new test can detect cancer in 83% of cases, similar to results from existing colon cancer screenings. ...

Women over the age of 60 have a greater chance of living past 90 if they work at maintaining weight rather than losing it. A new study of 54,000 women (of whom 56% survived to age 90) showed that a loss of 5% or more of body weight was associated with lower odds of longevity compared to those who kept a stable weight. ...

When it comes to travel, take opportunities when they present themselves because they may not reappear. Unfortunately, too many people save up for their "golden years" to travel or engage in new adventures or hobbies. But by then, these options may no longer be realistic. ...

The eclipse had a profound effect on me. I knew the experience would be cool, but nothing prepared me for the overwhelming awe of those three minutes of totality. I hope that it will inspire me to bring more wonder into the world through my actions, and to better appreciate the awesome things and people around me. ...

There's surprising news that diagnoses of Alzheimer's Disease are actually on the decline. From 2000 to 2016, the rate dropped 30% in the United States, according to a 2022 Rand Corporation study. What accounts for this stunning and encouraging trend? It turns out, we can change our behaviors and lower our odds of getting dementia. ...