The Silver&Fit® Blog

Supporting older adults in Living Boldly™ with info on healthy aging, lifestyle, fitness, and nutrition.

Topic: Lifestyle

14 Tips to Tame Your Seasonal Allergies

14 Tips to Tame Your Seasonal Allergies

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on April 29, 2024

Spring is in the air, along with a big spike in pollen. That’s bad news if you suffer from seasonal allergies. But these 14 self-care tips may help...

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How Active Listening Can Build Better Relationships

How Active Listening Can Build Better Relationships

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on March 4, 2024

Listening is key to effective communication. And like all skills, it takes practice. Learn how to pave the way to understanding through active...

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How a Good Dose of Morning Sun Helps Boost Health and Well-Being

How a Good Dose of Morning Sun Helps Boost Health and Well-Being

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

You know that wonderful feeling you get when you step into the bright morning sun? Well, turns out it's more than just a good feeling—it’s good for...

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Ease Constipation with Natural Remedies

Ease Constipation with Natural Remedies

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on January 1, 2024

If you’re feeling backed up due to constipation, consider these natural methods to help get back to normal.

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7 Tips to Simplify the Holidays and Dial Down Your Stress

7 Tips to Simplify the Holidays and Dial Down Your Stress

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on November 22, 2023

The holidays. A time of joy, good cheer, and—often—a lot of stress. Make this year different with these 7 tips for a more relaxing and rejuvenating...

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My Breast Cancer Journey

My Breast Cancer Journey

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on October 2, 2023

A breast cancer diagnosis can be frightening. Take encouragement from one who has walked through surgery, chemo, and radiation–and come out the other...

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Cultivating and Practicing Resilience in Healthy Ways

Building and Practicing Resilience in Healthy Ways

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on September 25, 2023

Building your resilience, or inner strength, is key to coping with life’s hardships. But if used in unhealthy ways, resilience can harm instead of...

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Set SMART Goals and Rethink Your Resolutions

Set SMART Goals and Rethink Your Resolutions

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on March 13, 2023

Do your New Year’s resolutions seem to fizzle out like stale sparklers? Turns out, there’s a SMART way to make those New Year’s goals stick.

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Hearing Aids: Over-the-Counter vs. Prescription

Hearing Aids: Over-the-Counter vs. Prescription

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on February 6, 2023

You can now buy hearing aids over the counter—without a prescription. Despite the benefits, working with a hearing expert is still likely a smart...

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Support Healthy Blood Sugar Levels With a Post-Meal Walk

Support Healthy Blood Sugar Levels With a Post-Meal Walk

By The Silver&Fit® Team at American Specialty Health on January 23, 2023

It’s tempting to put your feet up and relax after you’ve eaten. But research suggests that a short walk instead can support healthy blood sugar...

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