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Drinking water is a key component of living an anti-aging lifestyle.

A healthy body and brain need water to function. Water plays a vital role in the way cells work and in removing dangerous toxins.

If you become dehydrated, normal body processes and brain cells just can't function. In the case of long-term dehydration, you can even age your body and your brain.

Are you drinking enough water?

The traditional rule of thumb is that you should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day (at le...

Have you heard of 'UnRetirement?'

Lots of folks are unretiring, returning to the workforce after retirement — 40% of workers over 65 have previously been retired.

And, more than half of retirees 50 and older say they would return to work for the right opportunity — the percentage is even higher among the college-educated.

Why?

Because golf games and palm trees aren't always what they're cracked up to be. Retirement can simply be less satisfying than expected.

Although extra income is often ...

The newest junior ranger at Grand Canyon National Park is 103 years old, making her three years older than the park itself.

What an inspiration.

You see, without a purpose, retirement can be lethal. Service is a longevity secret.

Multiple studies have shown that people who are engaged in paid work or volunteering are more likely to have a longer and more satisfied life.

Not sure where to start? Need some inspiration?

During my research, I stumbled upon a website and FB page that’s loaded wi...

Live without regret. Yes, that's me hiking in Palo Euro Canyon. Living my dream life.

What is it that you've wanted to do that you've been postponing

Maybe next year. After I have more money. After I retire. After my knee surgery. After I lose weight. After the kid moves out. After I sell the house. After, after, after...

Ugh...how mature of you. You sound like an old person.

What if you wait too long? What if you never get the chance? What will you forever regret NOT doing?

The time is NOW...

For all you fans of hot and spicy.

Eating hot peppers may just help you to live longer.

Yep, really! In a study that looked at 16,000 Americans over a 19-year period, researchers found that eating hot red chili peppers lowered the chances of dying by 13%.

Here's one of my fave anti-aging strategies...albeit a furry one. Own a pet.

This is me and my buddy 'Logan.'

Researchers at St. Andrews University report that "If you have a dog in the home, your physical activity level is roughly equivalent to a person 10 years younger.”

Yes, that's me, babysitting my 8-month old granddaughter.

She's adorable and I love her dearly, but there's a BIG side benefit to caring for her...

I will live longer.

Here's the simplest, cheapest AND most effective anti-aging tip. It takes no equipment. No instructions. No membership.

One of the top essentials to reduce your risk of dementia is stupid simple -- GET MOVING.

SO SIMPLE. All you need is an uncomplicated 30-minute brisk walk at least five times a week.

No need to sweat. Just walk fast enough to get things pumping, but allows you to still speak easily.

MAKE IT FUN! Walk with family or friends. Take that poor dog out of the house. Call a neighb...