Tag: Sleep
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What Super-agers Teach Us About Keeping a Sharp Mind as We Age
Understanding the Super-Ager Phenomenon Super-agers are a small group of older adults who defy typical aging by maintaining exceptional cognitive and memory function well into their senior years. They’re not born with a miracle gene; instead, they often follow a set of daily habits and life patterns that support brain health. The CBC Health series…
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Eight ways to beat the January blues – insights from a top psychotherapist
Start with understanding the January blues The start of a new year can feel like a reset button, but for many people the post-holiday lull brings fatigue, low motivation, and a sense of gloom. A seasoned psychotherapist explains that these feelings are common, manageable, and worth addressing with small, consistent actions that build resilience over…
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Eight ways to beat the January blues – by a top psychotherapist
Understanding the January blues January can feel like a weathered reset button: nights are long, motivation wanes, and the memory of holiday highs fades. A top psychotherapist explains that these feelings aren’t just “in your head.” They’re a mix of reduced daylight, lingering fatigue, and the brain’s natural adjustment to post-holiday routines. Recognizing this as…
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The seven numbers key to healthy ageing if you’re over 60
The simple, life-changing idea: know your numbers When researchers reiterate the advice to people over 60 to “know your numbers,” they’re not asking you to memorize a quiz. They’re pointing to a practical, evidence-backed approach to ageing well: monitor seven key health markers, take action early, and you’ll likely stay healthier for longer. In an…
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Tiny Daily Changes Extend Life Expectancy with Exercise
Small daily steps, big longevity gains A growing body of research suggests that the way we spend a few extra minutes each day can have a meaningful impact on how long we live. In particular, modest increases in physical activity, a little extra sleep, and small dietary adjustments appear to add up to a longer,…
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Tiny daily changes, big longevity gains: exercise, sleep, and diet add years
Small daily habits, big potential: the longevity boost from a few extra minutes A growing body of research suggests that modest daily adjustments to how we live can meaningfully extend our life expectancy. In particular, adding a few minutes of intentional exercise each day, an extra 24 minutes of sleep, and small improvements to diet…
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Small Daily Wins: How a Few Extra Minutes of Exercise, Sleep, and Better Diet Can Extend Your Life
Small Daily Wins Could Add Years to Your Life A new study suggests that making a few modest daily adjustments to exercise, sleep, and diet could meaningfully increase life expectancy. While dramatic lifestyle overhauls often dominate headlines, researchers found that incremental changes—just a few minutes of physical activity, an extra 24 minutes of shut-eye, and…
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6 Simple Ways to Have a Younger Brain into Your 60s and Beyond
Think Ahead: Invest in a Younger Brain Just as you plan for retirement, it pays to plan for lifelong brain health. Your brain is a key asset that supports memory, focus, mood, and daily independence. The good news is that small, consistent habits can help you maintain a younger brain well into your 60s and…
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6 Simple Ways to Keep a Younger Brain into Your 60s and Beyond
Think Ahead: Start Now to Keep Your Brain Younger Imagine your brain as a retirement fund. The earlier you invest in its health, the greater the payback later. Small daily habits—movement, mental curiosity, and healthy routines—act like compound interest for your mind. Here are six simple steps to help your brain stay younger as you…
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New Dad Libido: Rekindling Intimacy After Baby
Understanding the shift in libido after the arrival of a baby Welcome to the club of new parenthood, where sleep is scarce, routines are in flux, and every day feels like a sprint. For many dads, the period after a second child brings a surprising symptom: a marked change in sexual desire. This is not…