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Whoops... No Images? Click here       I love drinking a few beers while watching football on the weekends (shout out to anyone who also follows Florida teams). But as experts told us this week, that common habit is probably aging me more than I thought — and not because I’m stressed out over the score. I was surprised to learn how those IPAs can do that. Speaking of aging, we also recently broke down a common age-related illness: Alzheimer’s disease. Many people think the condition is synonymous with dementia, but it turns out there are quite a few differences. I learned so much from that piece, including some of the risk factors for developing the illness. It’s true that growing older is an awesome thing that should be celebrated, but there are definite ways we can take care of our brain and body so we can enjoy our lives as much as possible. —Lindsay Turn up the Wellness Jams Wellness Jams is a curated playlist from celebrities, influencers and readers that will help you work out or chill out. This week, reader Randi Maggid shares some mellow songs meant to bring a little calm to your Monday. Take a look at the tunes below. HIT PLAY ON RANDI'S PLAYLIST Got a few tunes that push you through a hard gym session? Have some songs that perk you up on a bad day? Share your playlist by filling out this form. It may get featured in an upcoming newsletter. A Minute And Change Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our "A Minute And Change" project will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week’s tip comes from actor Scott Eastwood, who recently partnered with the Learn About Alz campaign to bring awareness to Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s the one thing he does each day that helps him get more organized: "I sit down and write out a schedule of what I'm going to do that day, that week, or even that month, whether it means setting time to read for an hour daily around 9 p.m., or go to the gym at 6 a.m. and go to yoga at 3 p.m. I put benchmarks in place to schedule my life more." You oughta know Your family’s medical history can tell you a lot about the state of your own health. As reporter Fiona Tapp discovered recently, there are a few questions you should ask so you can go to your doctor armed with important information. Here’s what you should know: Your mom, in particular, can give you some insight into your future fertility outlook. Experts recommend asking her if she experienced any pregnancy or birth complications. You should also ask her about her experience with menopause and her period. Ask your parents about any history of heart disease. Genetics don’t influence your risk entirely, but it’s good for your doctor to keep an eye on. And don’t forget to inquire about mental health. Some risk factors can be inherited. Your mind is just as important as your body. ALL THE QUESTIONS TO ASK ABOUT YOUR FAMILY HEALTH HISTORY   Crushing on this 'gram Want more Wellness? To The People Who Say 'I'm Tired' When Someone Asks How You Are It's important to know you're not alone. 10 Misconceptions You Had About Sex As A Little Kid No, you can't get pregnant from getting in a hot tub with a boy. 21 Funny Tweets That Sum Up The Struggle Of Trying To Stay Healthy So accurate it hurts.    .     HuffPost is now a part of Oath and a part of Verizon. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which explains how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe        . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe