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For many adults, blood pressure is a big concern—especially as they age. Unfortunately, the body goes through some changes during the aging process that can naturally increase blood pressure. Paired with unhealthy lifestyle choices that also lend themselves to increased blood pressure, this can lead to some health complications.

Unbalanced hormones can lead to various physical and mental health issues, and most people don’t realize that it can be traced down to their eating habits. If this sounds like you or someone you know, this article is for you.

Among men over 40, trouble becoming erect is one of the most commonly reported sexual issues.^[1]

Even in the absence of other health problems, physical and biochemical changes that occur as a result of aging may be partly—or even mostly—to blame for this problem.

One such issue is a decrease in nitric oxide production, a compound in your body that is key to promoting healthy blood flow. This biochemical issue can lead to a physical problem—lack of blood flow—which can contribute to an inability to perform in the bedroom.

By now, most of us know how important it is to stay active as you age. You may have noticed that it’s much easier to get worn out while exercising, or that your muscles or joints are a bit stiffer than they used to be. This is all a normal part of aging, but still it’s so important to maintain an active lifestyle to optimize your health and avoid the chronic health problems associated with a sedentary lifestyle.

If you’re finding yourself wondering why you entered a room, where your car keys are, or what you needed from the store more often than ever before, you may be tempted to chalk it up to a normal part of aging.

Since 2020, immune health has become front and center in conversations about health, nutrition, and fitness. And for good reason, too — COVID-19 has highlighted just how important immune health is for overall health, and vice versa. But did you know that in addition to viruses and bacteria, the immune system is also ta

Finding yourself forgetting things more often as you age? While forgetful moments happen to everyone, you may be concerned if you find that they’re getting more frequent as you get older.

Immune health is a hot topic, especially as we enter the cold and flu season.Luckily, there are several ways—in addition to practicing good hygiene and following public health recommendations—that you can bolster your body’s natural defenses against sickness this winter.

If you have cold hands and feet, then you already know how annoying it can be to deal with. Always carrying a sweater in case you get cold (even in the summer), always stuffing your hands in your pockets trying to get warm, and sleeping in heavy socks are the norm.

As we age, sleep becomes more important than ever — and quite possibly harder to attain. We may find it harder to stay asleep during the night, and find ourselves needing more naps during the day as we get older.

Sleep is a vital rest period that allows the body to process memories, recover from physical or mental stress, and heal and repair. Essentially, it’s the body’s “recovery mode.”

You may be familiar with hypertension (high blood pressure), but what is prehypertension? And is it bad? 

The truth is that blood pressure may not be on your radar until it becomes elevated, but if you can detect changes in blood pressure early, you have an incredible opportunity to course-correct and prevent hypertension and future disease. 

Exercise is one of the cornerstones of a healthy lifestyle. We all know we need more of it! But it’s not just more exercise that we need. It’s also more of the most beneficial types of exercise. Zone 2 training is a powerful form of exercise that boosts cardiovascular health and enhances physical fitness.