HEALTHY LIVING
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The 'No Matter What' Fitness Plan
Are you a weekend slug? Here's why you need to change your ways.
- Read new daily articles on staying in shape on the main Fat 2 Fit page.
- Read Carole's column on breaking the dieting cycle.
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Enter your weight and list your personal activities to see how many calories you've burned today.
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Calculate your body mass index, an estimate of your body fat based on your height and weight.
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Health Care Reform: Health Action Now
Join AARP in the fight for health care reform and have your voice heard.
Divided We Fail
The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.
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All visitors to AARP.org should seek expert medical care and consult their own physicians for any specific health issues. Read this disclaimer in its entirety.
The bad news: Up to 85 percent of Americans will experience back pain in their lifetime. The good news: A slew of new research sheds light on healing approaches.
No More 'Good Food, Bad Food' Thinking
In this interview, Dr. Dean Ornish explains how a diet that skews healthy, but doesn't exclude "bad" foods, is best for us.
Cut Your Cancer Risk Today
Toss the ketchup, the Teflon—and maybe your makeup. Five amazingly effortless changes to your daily routine can help keep cancer at bay.
From the Online Community
Journal: Changes for the Better
Bpurdie shows how simple changes can lead to a healthier lifestyle.
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Get in Shape on the Cheap
With the tough economy, you may be second-guessing your monthly gym fees. But don't give up your exercise. Fitness can be low-cost, even free, with these 11 penny-pinching tips.
Hold the Salt
If you have high blood pressure, try to limit your daily salt intake to 1,500 milligrams. Find out how in this AARP Radio feature.
Skin so Sad
Millions with chronic skin conditions are finding hope thanks to new technologies and medicines.
Get Your Shut-Eye
Recent research links a lack of sleep to obesity, heart disease and frequent colds. Here are five ways to ensure you get your eight hours.
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AARP Health Benefits
Affordable Healthcare? Consider it Done
Insurance & Plans: From Major Medical to Medicare Supplement, find the right health insurance plan for you.
Discounts & Savings: Pharmacy, Vision & and even Fitness discounts provide everyday savings for you.
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Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.
Benefits QuickLINK
Find out what public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.
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Show Us Your Jalopy
Send us a picture of your car to show us why you deserve a new Ford Focus!
Member Discount
Save on summer essentials from the Everyday Savings Center powered by NextJump.
Reform Health Care
Millions of Americans are just one medical emergency away from financial ruin!
Vegas@50+
AARP presents Vegas@ 50+, our National Event, coming Oct. 22-24.
'Doughnut Hole' Help
Do you want to avoid the "Doughnut Hole"? Get help here.
Emergency Prepare
We'll show you easy ways to help neighbors get prepared for disasters.
Stonewall Riots
The gay-rights movement lit up one pivotal night; see the role Hispanics played.
Movies & Reviews
Join this group to discuss the movies and actors you love!
Need a Job?
You've come to the right place. Start your job search here on AARP.org.
Facebook Addict
They say you can't have too many friends. Who was he to prove them wrong?
Annual Reports
AARP’s annual reports are now available in a fully interactive format.
West Virginia
AARP will be vigilant for consumers as the state considers a utility rate hike.
