The cold and gray of the winter months can be hard for anyone, but they can feel especially grueling to individuals who are stuck in their homes without much interaction. Winter can also be hard on caregivers who can’t even get their loved ones outside for some sunshine. This … [Read more...] about Winter Readiness Guide: Moods, Telehealth, and Sprucing Up Our Home
Exercise and Fitness
Try This: Wellness Classes at UofL Trager Optimal Aging Clinic
Take a class to keep yourself flexible during the winter months. The UofL Trager Institute Republic Bank Foundation Optimal Aging Clinic offers classes, both in person and virtually, to help keep you flexible during the winter when it is all too easy to sit around and become … [Read more...] about Try This: Wellness Classes at UofL Trager Optimal Aging Clinic
It’s Time to Think About Your Gut
How many times have you been told to “listen to your gut,” that feeling inside that helps guide your decisions? While that sixth sense guidance can be helpful, listening to your actual gut could be one of the best health decisions you make. The gut microbiome, made up of the … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Think About Your Gut
Small Changes Make a Big Splash
How this organization is helping you be more accountable.You may not realize that Kentuckiana serves as a central hub for numerous organizations focused on aging well, one of which is the Trager Institute, a nonprofit affiliated with the University of Louisville. “Our philosophy … [Read more...] about Small Changes Make a Big Splash
An Apple A Day…
Known for their sweet taste, apples are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and dietary fiber and come in a variety of colors, shapes, and flavors. Research has shown that apples provide many health benefits, possibly reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease, obesity, and … [Read more...] about An Apple A Day…