Sounds simple enough – and research is proving it. If you’re a senior, particularly an older woman, remember this simple formula: more steps equal longer life. That’s the conclusion of a large U.S. study involving more than 18,000 women (average age: 72 years) from the Women’s Health Study. Participants agreed to wear an accelerometer to […]
Amy Chaves, Ph.D. [dropcap]H[/dropcap]appy people have an advantage over unhappy ones–they may be healthier and may live longer. An extensive review of literature using seven types of evidence indicates that high subjective well-being (SWB), such as life satisfaction, optimism, and positive emotions, causes better health and longevity. The review, published in Applied Psychology: Health and […]
