We’ve all had that moment — noticing a new ache, a dip in energy, or a memory slip and wondering, “Is this serious… or am I just getting older?”

In this episode of What The Health: Confessions of a Black Nurse, we break down how to tell the difference between normal age-related changes, true red flags, and things that simply deserve monitoring — not panic.

You’ll learn how to understand what’s happening in your body, recognize patterns, and respond thoughtfully instead of reactively.

• What normal aging actually looks like — physically and cognitively
• Common body and brain changes that are expected over time
• The science of inflammaging and why it matters for long-term health
• Clear examples of normal changes vs potential red flags
• Why context, patterns, and impact matter more than isolated symptoms
• How to reflect on body changes without spiraling or self-diagnosing
• A simple weekly framework to help you decide when to watch, wait, or act

To help you apply this information without anxiety, we introduce the Calm Weekly Reflection Guide — a thinking tool designed to turn vague worry into useful, structured information.

The guide helps you:

• Name changes without judgment
• Place them on a timeline
• Assess impact on daily life
• Look for patterns
• Decide on a calm, appropriate next step

This tool is meant to support awareness, not diagnosis.

👉 Download: Is This Normal, a Red Flag, or Something to Watch? Reflection Guide
https://link.content360.io/watch-wait-act

• Regular movement and physical activity
• Nutritious, anti-inflammatory eating patterns
• Prioritizing sleep and stress management
• Staying mentally and socially engaged

If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment to become a patient of
Delilah S. IFMP-C, BSN (Certified Integrative Functional Medicine Practitioner), you can schedule a call here:
👉 https://link.content360.io/Become-a-patient

Or reach out via email:
👉 https://link.content360.io/delilah

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