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Dr. Laura Carstensen

Several fascinating new studies suggest a desire to live a long life can be almost as important as your genes. One of the world’s foremost experts on aging says there’s no question your attitude plays a crucial role in your lifespan. She explains.

Cynthia Buffington

We’ve all heard the stories about the obesity epidemic, but do you really know just how much of an impact your weight can have on your long-term health? Cynthia Buffington, Ph.D., a cancer survivor, explains what you need to know about your risks.

Building a New Body

At the age of 16, both of Michael Ives’ arms were crushed in a workplace accident. He narrowly escaped losing both arms but still faced a future of pain and lost opportunities. Against his doctors’ advice, he found a new life in the gym.

Straight Talk: Cast Iron Cookware

It’s a great tool to have in your kitchen because it can help you make delicious and healthy meals for the whole family! Cast iron is all the rage — yes, once again.

Robyn Benincasa

Adversity can be the impetus we need to make ourselves stronger and try things we never thought possible. Robyn Benincasa was already a world-class athlete when she suffered a health setback. Now, she’s helping other women get their grooves back.

Straight Talk: Italian Wines

Growing Bolder’s registered dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell says that in particular, wines from the Puglia region of Italy are coming into their own for taste and health benefits.

Cycling for a Cure

Ask Greg Crawford what he did on summer vacation and you’ll get a terrific story about a guy who knew he couldn’t help find a cure for a rare children’s disease in the lab so he created a way he could help — by putting in 8 hours a day on a bike.

“Makeup Is My Wig”

Talia Castellano in an Internet sensation and the unofficial face of childhood cancer worldwide. Will her message of hope, inspiration and possibility be enough to help save her own life and the lives of the 13,000 children diagnosed every year?

Susan Mitchell: Probiotics

If bacteria causes so many diseases — why are we hearing so much about probiotics being a part of a healthy diet? Growing Bolder’s registered dietitian and nutrition expert Dr. Susan Mitchell is clearing up the label confusion.

Straight Talk: Cancer-Fighting Foods

From the rich and famous to regular Joes and Janes — cancer touches us all. But what you eat (and how you exercise) can actually help reduce your risk. Growing Bolder’s registered dietitian and nutrition expert shares some cancer-fighting foods.