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Posted on March 12, 2026 - When a friend or family member begins caring for someone with dementia, they’re facing a challenging journey. As someone who cares about them, you want to offer support and encouragement. But sometimes, even well-meaning words can make a difficult situation feel worse. If you know someone who’s newly caring for a loved one with dementia, here are six phrases to avoid—and some better alternatives to show your support.

Posted on March 10, 2026 - Purpose often starts with something simple: connection. Sharing meals, conversations, laughter, and everyday moments with others can make life feel more meaningful at any age. That’s one of the reasons community matters so much.

Posted on March 5, 2026 - Here’s some genuinely exciting news that might surprise you: Researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) just found that having a dedicated care team to help you navigate dementia might do more for patients than the Alzheimer’s drugs that are available. But before you write off medications entirely, hold on—the best approach might be combining both.

Posted on March 3, 2026 - Want to feel your best at any age? Check out “6 Keys to a Long, Healthy Life (Ice Cream Included)”! From building strong social connections and keeping your mind active to understanding what real wellness looks like (yes — ice cream is part of it!), this insightful piece from The Harvard Gazette breaks down simple, science-backed habits for living well — without stress or extremes.

Posted on February 26, 2026 - The United States Department of Agriculture has released new dietary guidelines for Americans. Similar to author Michael Pollan’s advice to “eat food, not too much, mostly plants,” the new guidelines urge Americans to mostly eat real food, limit sugars, and avoid ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Most people can identify what real food is and probably can recognize different sugars on food labels. But that last one is a bit of a head-scratcher. What exactly are ultra-processed foods?