Category: Healthy Aging
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AGING WELL
Even though we haven’t discovered the Fountain of Youth, most people still want to live a long and happy life. Once we begin noticeably aging, we are reminded that we have a finite amount of time left. You can worry about this, or you can use this reminder to live your best life. You can…
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Exploring Age-Related Hearing Loss and Other Natural Indicators of Aging
As we grow older, it’s common for our hearing to deteriorate to some degree. Presbycusis, or complete deafness after reaching 40, is a natural sign of aging that can occur in some individuals. This hearing loss can make it difficult to enjoy certain things, such as concerts, as it affects the comprehension of high-pitched sounds….
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Bodily Changes and Healthy Aging: Understanding Senescence
From the moment we are born, our bodies undergo countless transformations. As we approach adolescence, however, we begin to experience senescence – a series of abnormal bodily changes that mark the start of a decline in overall function. While most people will notice these differences, it is important to understand that they are a natural…