Science has a name for what happens at the table: connection therapy. Jokes, memories, and conversations light up brain regions linked to reward and attention. For adults 60+, that social spark supports mood, focus, and resilience — the same qualities we want when life gets loud. Welcome to Beat the Bot — our Retro‑Modern Series… Continue reading Coffee, Conversation, and Connection
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Healthspan Is Becoming Real
Healthspan Is Becoming Real: What the GLP-1 Shift Means Healthspan Is Becoming Real: What the GLP-1 Shift Means At a leading aging research meeting, major drug makers described GLP-1 medicines as “longevity therapeutics.” That language shift matters: it opens the door to earlier prevention trials, better biomarkers, and treatments that aim to help us live… Continue reading Healthspan Is Becoming Real
Parkinson’s In Plain Language.
Overview Parkinson’s shows up differently for everyone. This quick read answers the five questions families ask first, with links you can use today. Keep it simple, repeatable, and share what you’re seeing with your care team. 1) Early signs? Tremor at rest, slowed movement, stiffness, small handwriting, and softer voice are common. Track when you… Continue reading Parkinson’s In Plain Language.