 As we strive for healthy aging, the role of diet becomes increasingly crucial. Among the many dietary factors influencing health, saturated fat has gained attention for its negative impact, particularly on many health-related issues that are more common as we age.
 By: Dr. Beth Templin I was recently introduced to the concept of life space. By definition, it is a spatial representation of all the forces that control a person's behavior.
 By: Dr. Beth TemplinReslience is a term that has gained more popularity over the past few years, but what does it actually mean? By Dr.Beth
The terms "mobility" and "functional mobility" are used frequently in the Physical Therapy world. I know I use them all the time, but what do they actually mean? 
By: Dr. Beth Templin
Losing your endurance and your overall energy level is common as you age. We all experience some changes to our cardiovascular system, which are unavoidable. The important thing to remember is these losses are exacerbated more by lack of activity than by your true numerical age.  By: Dr. Beth Templin As a child, or perhaps as you were raising your own children, you went to a pediatrician for your medical care. Pediatricians specialize in the health and wellness of children. They have received specialized training to diagnose and treat ailments that are specific to children. They know what is normal and what is not normal about development. There are many types of specialists. They have received advanced education and clinical training to be experts in their field. Just as pediatricians are specialists for children, there is a field of specialists for older adults, known as geriatrics.  By: Dr. Beth Templin
The goal to Age In Place is common among many of the people we work with here at HouseFit. They want to continue living in their current home for as long as possible. It requires staying healthy and active so they can not only take care of themselves but continue to take care of all the day to day activities of managing a house. |
AUTHORDr. Beth helps adults 55+ maximize their independence and fitness, so they can continue to enjoy a full and active life. Archives
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