Keeping Kids Safe in the Sun
Most sun damage happens when we are children. As you enjoy summertime family fun, here are seven tips to keep your children and grandchildren safe in the sun.
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There’s no shortcut to health and wellbeing and there never will be. Healthcare must be viewed as an individual act, not as a service received.
5 Tips to Improve Brain Health
Curious how you can improve your brain health as you age? We’ve outlined common habits you should avoid and some simple things you can start doing now to improve your brain health.
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How Pets Benefit Our Health
Nearly half of the people in the world own pets. Discover how these special relationships have become increasingly important during the pandemic.
How Much Coffee is Too Much Coffee?
You have a good caffeine buzz going. It’s the sweet spot. But when is taking another sip too much for your body to process?
Stressed Out? Go Green!
Gardening is good for the soul. A new study shows a correlation between gardening and improvements in well-being, perceived stress and physical activity.
Growing Bolder Day Jacksonville, presented by Aging True
Growing Bolder Day Jacksonville, presented by Aging True in partnership with the City of Jacksonville is a free, community-wide, celebration of aging for everyone, of every age. Infused with energy, activity, education, and entertainment, it promotes the importance of an active lifestyle and shares the keys to happy and healthy aging.
Longevity Lessons | Growing Bolder’s “What’s Next!” Season 4, Episode 17
It’s the buzzword that has captivated the world: longevity. We’d all like to lead a longer life, but how do we get there? Healthy aging experts Mike Studer and Dean Sherzai offer their keys to a happier and healthier future.
Dr. Vonda Wright | Chronic Mobility Maintains Muscle Mass into our 70’s and Beyond
Dr. Vonda Wright shares a study on masters athletes that shows the world that more is possible as we age. Learn how 70-year-old’s who maintained chronic mobility were able to keep their muscle mass similar to athletes in their 40’s!
Dr. Vonda Wright | Use Your Body to Build a Better Brain
Did you know that physical exercise directly impacts cognitive health? Dr. Vonda Wright explains the connection between our bodies and our brains.
Change Your Lifestyle to Slow Down Cognitive Impairment | 1-on-1 with Teepa Snow
Growing Bolder went 1-on-1 with renowned dementia, memory impairment and caregiving expert, Teepa Snow. She says that while many are searching for a pill to slow cognitive decline, what we should be doing is changing our lifestyles.
Get in the Game | How Video Games Benefit Older Adults
Growing Bolder is smashing the stereotype that video games are only for younger adults. Not only are they fun and exciting, but gaming offers significant health benefits. Orthopedic Surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright explains how video games benefit our relationships and can improve mental and physical health.
Make More of Your Time | The New Science of Aging with Dr. Vonda Wright
Orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright thinks the most natural process that we experience as humans is aging. While the new science of aging explodes, Dr. Wright believes that the most important question to ask isn’t how long we are going to live, but how well are we going to live.
Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks | Neuroplasticity with Dr. Michael Merzenich
Neuroscientist Dr. Michael Merzenich shares why aging minds can stay sharp—and how science proves we can keep learning at any age.
The Future of the Mind with Dr. Michio Kaku
Dr. Michio Kaku is the co-founder of the string field theory and he’s spent his life trying to fulfill Einstein’s dream of unifying all the laws of physics into one equation. He’s also fascinated by the nature of our consciousness. Find out how far technology has come to help people with brain or body injuries, such as paralysis, all through the power of the mind.
From Lonely to Life of the Party: 74-Year-Old Lucy Otero is on Her Way
After retiring, Lucy Otero became bored and began to worry about loneliness and depression. So she did something she never thought she would do. Find out how one Google search changed her life and why at the age of 74, she says Uber is helping her stay happy, healthy and socially connected.
Study on Senior Athletes Proves Mobility Leads to Longevity | Dr. Vonda Wright
Dr Vonda Wright’s explains how her study of National Senior Games athletes shows we can be healthy, vital, active and joyful in our 70s, 80s and beyond.
Increased Mobility Can Turn Stem Cells Younger | Dr. Vonda Wright
Dr. Vonda Wright shares insights from studies done on older mice that showed how increased mobility turned their stem cells younger! Learn how the same thing applies to humans and how we can reprogram our stem cells by staying active as we age!