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The Difference Between Men’s and Women’s Brains

You don’t need to read the popular book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus to know that men and...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-31-2023

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Are Supplements Good for You?

While more than half of adults take dietary supplements, most people can get vital nutrients and min...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-27-2023

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Add More Fruit to Your Diet

We all know that fruit is nutritious, but when was the last time you used fruit in a recipe? Check o...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-24-2023

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Does Music Make You Happy?

Whether you sit quietly or dance up a storm when listening to music, it can have a tremendous impact...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-17-2023

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5 Easy Food Swaps

Even the small things add up when you’re trying to meet your weight-loss goals. Watch this video to ...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-17-2023

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Need help getting off the couch?

There is plenty of research that exercise benefits the brain, but could having a healthy brain also ...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-03-2023

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A Body in Motion Stays in Motion

How often do you walk, stretch, run, jog or play a sport? I try to walk every day and play tennis at...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-30-2023

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8 Habits to Avoid

Trying to shift to a healthier lifestyle? Read this article and learn about habits that may have a n...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-26-2023

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Check out the Cognitive Assessment

For those that want deeper insights, take the AARP® Staying Sharp Cognitive Assessment to see how yo...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-20-2023

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AARP: 6 Pillars of Brain Health

Daily exercise, what you eat and even the amount of sleep you get all play an important role in your...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-19-2023

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PFIZER Booster experience at age 80

I want to be able to post my experience for comparison with other older seniors. Also, to help docum...

JudyJ366995 Periodic Contributor 04-12-2023

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Develop an attitude of gratitude

Stress can get us down, whether it’s from an unexpected bill or a serious health issue. Explore our ...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-12-2023

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Rethink Your Approach to Weight Loss

If dieting and weight loss are a constant struggle, try the AARP® Staying Sharp® Weight Loss After 5...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-08-2023

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What are 5 common memory lapses?

As we get older, it’s normal to forget things here and there, and it doesn’t mean dramatic memory lo...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-07-2023

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Ready to Try a New Recipe?

I have my go-to recipes, but I’m always in the mood to try something new. What’s the last recipe you...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-05-2023

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Eat Healthy

Eating Healthy is important to a healthy lifestyle.

AnaF324494 Contributor 03-28-2023

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Stressed Over Managing Finances?

Yoga is one way to practice stress management. I’ve done it for years and always feel calmer afterwa...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 03-13-2023

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Friendships Are Golden

Remember having that best friend in school? Sometimes we get caught up in life and forget the paybac...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 03-11-2023

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Whole Body Reset

Has anyone had trouble losing weight on the Whole Body Reset? I've been following it for 2 weeks and...

BJRlakelover Contributor 03-09-2023

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Is Digital Clutter Affecting Your Health?

Research shows that clutter may ramp up stress levels. Get 4 tips to declutter your mobile devices i...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 03-08-2023

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Can You Eat Healthy For Two Days?

Who knows, it might change your entire diet along with your notion of what is 'healthy food'. Try th...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 03-02-2023

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What You Get From Giving

How do you feel after volunteering? If you’ve never done it, I can tell you from personal experience...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 02-20-2023

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Walk or Run — Do What Works for You

There are runners, and there are walkers. I’ve tried both, and my preference is walking. But as long...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 02-02-2023

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Heart Healthy Living in Maryland - Free Vascular Screenings Feb 4

Here is your opportunity to save a life of a family member or friend through the Heart Health Founda...

gdeems Newbie 01-27-2023

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Q & A

Just got my test result. I am in borderline for diabetes. Yikes! What is best way to lower cholest...

KimberlyW598717 Contributor 01-19-2023

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Following up from doctor visits

As a retired nurse my biggest suggestion is to take charge of your doctor visits. Often your doctor ...

sunrunner68 Newbie 01-12-2023

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The Lion Diet: A healthy way of life for physical power and weight loss

If you're looking to jumpstart your weight loss and improve your overall health, you may want to con...

WissamF705433 Contributor 12-05-2022

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COVID VACCINE MISINFORMATION

In reading, listening, and talking to people, I've learned there is so much misinformation about the...

RosemaryF433825 Bronze Conversationalist 10-26-2022

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Controlling Your Emotions

Managing your emotions may help you think more clearly and stay centered, so that you can be the per...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 09-26-2022

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How to Recover After Dealing with Hardship

Resilience means having the ability to rebound from hardship and approach each day with determinatio...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 08-29-2022

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