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# The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health
The award-winning Silver&Fit® Blog is brought to life by a seasoned team of professionals at American Specialty Health (ASH), an organization with nearly 2 decades of experience in senior wellness programming. The Silver&Fit® blog writers, editors, clinicians, designers, and marketing specialists are dedicated to delivering engaging, informative wellness content. Every article is carefully researched and clinically reviewed for accuracy. Our goal? Content that supports healthy aging through trusted, research-based insights on fitness, nutrition, stress management, and more, tailored specifically for older adults seeking to live more vibrant, active, and healthy lives.
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#### [Mental Health Tips to Lift You Up When the World Gets You Down](https://blog.silverandfit.com/mental-health-tips-to-lift-you-up-when-the-world-gets-you-down)
By [The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health](https://blog.silverandfit.com/author/american-specialty-health) on March 14, 2022
If the weight of the world has you feeling down, stressed, or anxious—take comfort. You can take steps to get your mental health back on track and...
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Is anything more satisfying than a rich, creamy bowl of soup? Think cream of broccoli, cream of potato, or cream of corn. The only problem with these...
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By [The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health](https://blog.silverandfit.com/author/american-specialty-health) on March 2, 2022
Cutting back on refined carbs no longer means you need to take pasta completely off your plate. Learn why many high-protein pastas offer a more...
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Getting active after joint replacement surgery is key to your recovery. Learn why it’s so vital—and how to stay safe once you return to your fitness...
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By [The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health](https://blog.silverandfit.com/author/american-specialty-health) on December 30, 2021
You’re getting the right amount of recommended exercise per week. But when you’re not working out, you’re sitting, which can harm your health in many...
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By [The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health](https://blog.silverandfit.com/author/american-specialty-health) on December 30, 2021
Eating the same few foods day after day is boring. It also can leave you short on the nutrients you need. Learn how to move beyond a food rut! Dare...
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By [The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health](https://blog.silverandfit.com/author/american-specialty-health) on December 6, 2021
Pickleball is all the rage these days. Not yet sure what it is? This lively game with the funny name is a mashup of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton....
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By [The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health](https://blog.silverandfit.com/author/american-specialty-health) on December 3, 2021
Downsizing is a common rite of passage for many older adults. And it can be fraught with emotion and stress. But these tips can help make the process...
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Your immune system fights hard to protect you from invading germs that can make you sick. Help it in return by adopting these 8 healthy,...
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Sustainable eating is better for the environment and healthier for you. And it's not as costly or complicated as you might think. Learn what it means...
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