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Training for Longevity: 4 Exercise Types to Prolong Your Health Span

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How to Choose and Use Healthy Canned Foods

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A Crunchy, In-Season Burst of Spinach and Tomatoes Brings Color to Your Plate

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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.
Why It’s Best to Keep Exercising With Arthritis

Fitness

Why It’s Best to Keep Exercising With Arthritis

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on October 7, 2024

You may think joint pain and stiffness are reasons to skip your workouts and rest. But exercising with arthritis, not resting, is what helps ease...

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Explore the World Around You With a Walking Tour

Fitness

Explore the World Around You With a Walking Tour

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on September 30, 2024

Walking tours provide a way to truly get to know a city or destination. They help you learn history, art, architecture, and nature while getting out...

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How Your Food Choices Impact Your Mental Health

Nutrition

How Your Food Choices Impact Your Mental Health 

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on September 23, 2024

With growing research showing a link between what you eat and your mental health, there is no better time to learn how food can affect your...

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Discovering Glimmers: Finding Joy and Peace in Everyday Moments 

Lifestyle

Discovering Glimmers: Finding Joy and Peace in Everyday Moments 

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on September 16, 2024

Even when life is stressful, you can look for glimmers—those moments that make you feel calm and bring more peace and balance to your life.

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How the Joys of Pet Ownership Can Help Boost Brain Health

Healthy Aging

How the Joys of Pet Ownership Can Help Boost Brain Health

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on September 9, 2024

Pet ownership brings so much joy, and it can also positively impact brain health. Pets can even help those already dealing with cognitive issues.

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Cool Treats and Healthy Snacks for Hot Summer Days

Nutrition

Cool Treats and Healthy Snacks for Hot Summer Days

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 26, 2024

You don’t have to settle for sugary popsicles and cold sodas to cool you down when it’s hot out. Keep these inspiring ideas in mind for refreshing,...

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How to Find a Therapist Who Is Right for You

Healthy Aging

How to Find a Therapist Who Is Right for You

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 19, 2024

A psychotherapist can help you cope with emotional and mental health challenges. Choosing a therapist is a personal decision—one to make with...

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Health and Safety Precautions to Protect You During Wildfire Season

Lifestyle

Health and Safety Precautions to Protect You During Wildfire Season

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 12, 2024

Protecting your health becomes a top priority when the air grows hazy with wildfire smoke. These precautions will help you stay safe during wildfire...

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Discover the Health Benefits of Strength Training You May Not Know About

Fitness

Discover the Health Benefits of Strength Training You May Not Know About

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on August 5, 2024

Strength training can help you attain a better quality of life. It’s proven to prevent frailty while improving mobility and independence. Have you...

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Healthy Aging

That Loving Feeling: The Infinite Health Benefits of Sex at Every Age

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on June 24, 2024

While society may tell you that sex over 65 isn’t important, the lasting benefits of a healthy and fulfilling sex life, at any age, provides...

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