Betsy Chase

You’ve probably heard of creatine as a gym supplement for bodybuilders. But it’s now being used as a powerful tool for healthy aging. Longevity experts say creatine can help preserve muscle strength and energy as we age – and that’s a big deal. Dr. Peter Attia, author of Outlive, says the muscle we build now determines how mobile we’ll be in the last 10 years of our lives – in our 80s and 90s.

Remember when family dinners were full of conversation and laughter? Not so much anymore. A new survey of parents found that a third of families now eat in total silence. No talking at all. And for a lot of families, just getting everyone to the table is a challenge. 40% parents say they don’t eat dinner at the same time as their kids most nights. And one in 10 never eat dinner with their family at all. Even when families do sit down together, distractions take over.

Want a healthier home? You might need to make it a little……germier! But we’re talking about good germs. According to Dr. Jack Gilbert, pediatrics professor from UC San Diego, most microbes in your home aren’t harmful. In fact, a more diverse microbiome can strengthen your immune system and reduce your risk of allergies and asthma.So here are four ways to give your home a healthy microbial makeover: First, open your windows! Fresh air brings in helpful microbes that help train your immune system.