SuperAging News Network partner Barb Desmarais talks to Denise Torgerson We’re told it’s good not to get stressed out about little things. But hold on a sec — is this always true? What if the little things add up? What if we tolerate too much, and there’s a cumulative effect that is more damaging than […]
One of the challenges of foot pain is understanding where it originates from. Plantar Fasciitis is a sneaky inflammation that can have its origins far from the foot pain. It took Dr Michelle years to find resolution to her incredible foot pain. The pain was so bad that she could no longer walk on her […]
Have you enjoyed doing the West Mabou Set or the Inverness Set at a local Cape Breton dance? Did you know that the sets were originally done as a four couple set? Join us for fun this weekend as we test the waters with a new idea for the community. We will be offering instruction […]
Because there are typically no symptoms until the first fracture occurs, osteoporosis is considered a silent disease. Some call it a silent killer. Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by decreased bone density and strength, leading to fragile, brittle bones that increase the risk of fractures, especially in the spine, hips and wrists. The National […]
There’s no question that “unretirement” is an ever-growing force in the SuperAging world. And now (not that the trend can or should be stopped) some are noticing its effect on younger workers. As reported here, “with older workers staying on jobs longer, there are now five generations in the workforce and the career ladder has […]
Timing is Everything! While rehearsing for our Unwinding Trauma presentation, we were greeted by the elements! It is with great pride that I share with you a project that I have been a part of for many years. Knowlative.com is a resource that I support to bring BioEnergetic Wellness tools, muscle monitoring, biofeedback, Chinese Medicine, […]
We all have the ability to transform and transcend. In our current busy minds and frozen bodies, we lose track of our innate ability to heal. Learn more about movement as an ally in your day. Michaela has a knack for getting to the depths of a topic. If you have not been following this […]
It’s always interesting to read or hear individual centenarians offer their “secrets” to a long life. These stories are becoming more and more frequent, and of course we will continue to report on them, for example here and here. But what’s equally important is to have experts look for trends and common denominators—steps we ourselves […]
Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death, impacting millions each year. In the United States alone, around 795,000 people suffer a stroke annually, with about 610,000 of these being first-time cases. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is the #5 killer in the U.S. In Canada, stroke affects […]
Caption: Is the adage “calories in, calories out” true? The short answer is yes, but the full story is more nuanced. From the moment food touches your tongue to the time it leaves your body, your digestive system and gut microbiome work to extract its nutrients. Enzymes in your mouth, stomach and small intestine break […]
