We all know the old saying, “Curiosity killed the cat.” But in the context of aging, science suggests curiosity doesn’t diminish life—it enriches it. Far from being a trivial trait, curiosity appears to play a substantive role in cognitive resilience, emotional wellbeing, and even longevity. In fact, a study found that older adults who were […]
Older adults can dramatically reduce the amount of ultraprocessed foods they eat while keeping a familiar, balanced diet – and this shift leads to improvements across several key markers related to how the body regulates appetite and metabolism. That’s the main finding of a new study my colleagues and I published in the journal Clinical […]
There are stories we consciously tell ourselves — and then there are the quieter ones. The ones held in our posture. The ones whispered through tension, breath, and sensation. The ones that shape how we see ourselves, how we interpret life, and how we move forward. As we enter a new season, many of us […]
Caption: Traditionally, the flu is most dangerous for people over 65 or those with underlying health conditions. After a sharp uptick in flu cases in mid-December 2025, flu activity across the U.S. and Canada remains high. Although cases are trending downward in Canada as of Jan. 9, 2026, the season has yet to peak in […]
The new year starts for many by making resolutions to live healthier lives. This can mean getting fitter by joining a gym, signing up to Pilates classes or starting a new diet. For many, these resolutions are hard to maintain and the new habits slip away. Unfortunately, there are many reasons why our best intentions […]
Check out the special workshops that are being offered at the Baddeck Library this winter and spring. We would love for you to join in. Dr Michelle Greenwell, CIH BioEW, will be sharing tips and tools for self-care through some special lenses. This week is all about the power of tea to support your wellness […]
In Episode 2 of The Power of Sound Trilogy on Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell, the conversation deepens with a question that gently challenges many of our assumptions about healing: Who is the healer? In a world where solutions are often sought outside ourselves, this episode invites a return inward—toward the voice as a […]
Awakening the Spine, Spirit, and Senses | August 2026 There are moments when learning, land, and community come together in a way that feels both intentional and inevitable. The Cape Breton Island Energy & Arts Immersion Retreat, taking place in the third week of August 2026, is one of those moments. This retreat was born […]
In 2005, psychologist Cliff Arnall coined the term “Blue Monday” as part of a marketing campaign for a British travel agency to encourage people to book a holiday during the winter. Using a pseudo-scientific formula, the third Monday in January was determined to be the “bluest” day of the year, marked by sadness, low energy […]
SuperAging News Network partner, Barb Desmarais, is host of the popular podcast series: “What’s Next: Conversations With Boomers.” In this episode, Barb dives into the fascinating and sometimes alarming world of artificial intelligence with our very own David Cravit, co-founder of SuperAging News. From practical uses like ChatGPT for research, relationship advice, and home care […]
