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Walk, Stretch or Dance? Dancing May Be Best for the Brain

Could learning the cha-cha keep our mind sharp?  Can waltzing protect our brains from aging?

There is a new study that used country dancing to compare the neurological effects with those of walking and other activities.  It does suggest there is a connection that could make dancing an unusual way to slow down the aging of our brain due to the physical demand both on our mind and...

The Osborn Hosts Age-Friendly Collaborative

Over 120 people, representing different  organizations that serve seniors in Westchester County, met at The Osborn today to share ideas about policies and services relating to area seniors. The event was called, “The Age-Friendly Experience Reimagined:  Reaching the Hard to Reach.

Greenwich Hospital Chief Speaks about Trends on Osborn Home Care Radio Show

Norman Roth, President of Greenwich Hospital, was a recent guest on “Good Living with Michele Thomas.” Thomas is the EVP of Osborn Home Care, and her show airs every other Tuesday at 9:30 am on WGCH (1490 am).

A Downside to Gluten Free

These days all of us are looking for the healthiest diet possible.  As a result, many people are making the switch to a gluten free lifestyle.  Who knew there was a downside?  As Nicholas Bakalar explains in "A Downside to Gluten Free" from NYT, sometimes more of a good thing is not...

The Right Way to Fall

Do you know the right way to fall? Did you even know that a right way to fall exists?  Well, it does!!  Which is good news because who hasn’t fallen at some point in their life – and with a winter storm about to hit New York, now might be a good time to find out the best way to fall with the...

Getting Older, Sleeping Less

Insomnia. How many of us have precious sleep time stolen from us every night?  We need sleep.  Not just sleep, quality sleep.  There are many causes for insomnia and they increase with age in severity.

Mediterranean Diet May Be Good for the Brain

As many of us have heard, the Mediterranean diet - high in veggies, fruits, olive oil and whole grains plus moderate protein and has been shown to be beneficial in reducing the risk for diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Here’s the good news – it may also be good for the brain!!

Are Saunas Good for Your Brain?

What is better then pampering yourself and getting actual health benefits?  How about indulging in a nice sauna to relax AND keep your brain healthy.  A study out of Finland finds you can potentially accomplish both!  In the NYT Nicholas Bakalar delves deeper into this study in "Are Saunas Good...

Is Yoga for You?

Now that it's 2017 who says you have to make a resolution that you're not going to keep!  Why not start something new?  Something that comes complete with both physical, mental and spiritual benefits!  Oh and add in health benefits!  If this sounds good take a look at NYT "Yoga for Everyone.