Have you heard the old joke about being able to walk and chew gum? Well there might be some sound science behind it.
A recent study showed that 'dual task walking' can uncover early age related changes in the brain that may signify an increased risk of developing dementia later in life.
Why would that be? Well, walking requires complex actions. Brains that are not so pliable may not be able to accomplish walking at the same time as talking. For example: walking requires balance and direction and proper movement of the limbs while moving. Some may not be able to focus mentally on additional tasks such as talking! (This is adapted from an article in Medscape).
How old is the President? Is it a relevant factor in his ability to function or is it just Age-ism that it is even a topic of conversation?
After all the President gets a full Physical annually (hopefully like the rest of us :) but really isn't the issue how well he can do the job? What he defines as his priorities?
In actuality, the government is not really just one person or do we get caught up in personalities and vote for people because they have a nice smile or look strong?
President Reagan dyed his hair and had early dementia but the government still ran. There was a wheelchair bound President. Larry Hogan was diagnosed with cancer in his first term but was still able to do a good job in his second term. Is a President's age really that big a deal if his physical and mental health allow him to function?
It would appear that a lot of people just vote for a particular person based on a popularity contest versus their policies and abilities. Age-ism is yet another "ISM" that can hold us back. Consider this: Perhaps we grow in value as we age.
Which brings me to my Podcast!
I am launching a Podcast aimed at 'mature women' and the issues that affect them.
I will send an email out once it is launched and tell you how you can subscribe.
On a different note I have featured one of our products below, that will keep you looking young. Let me know if you have any questions.
Happy Spring!
