As your parents get older, it can feel harder and harder to meet their needs. Maybe you’ve noticed they struggle with everyday errands or seem stranded between your weekend visits. Whether your loved ones need help scheduling appointments, keeping track of their medications or more hands-on help with the basic tasks of living, they’re not …
Read MorePrediabetes affects an estimated 1 in 3 Americans and can have serious health implications. Yet the majority of people with prediabetes don’t know they have it. Finding out if you’re at risk — and what to do if you do have prediabetes — can be an important step in living a healthier, longer life. What …
Read MoreIt’s no secret that everyone moves at different speeds. From kids who seem to be bundles of uncontrollable energy up to older adults who take things more slowly, we all have our own pace. But even in that range, some people seem to have more or less energy than others. Regardless of where you started, …
Read MoreStaying physically active in your retirement years may be the closest thing to a magic youth elixir you can find. You may be tempted to enjoy a slower pace and more sedentary lifestyle once you retire, but finding exercises and activities you enjoy, or even participating in sports for older adults, offers numerous benefits for …
Read MoreSometimes ringing in your ears is a good thing. It might mean a call from a loved one or a jackpot on the slot machines. Other times, that persistent sound in your ears can drive you to distraction. If you’re hearing constant ringing in your ears you can’t attribute to an external source, you may …
Read MoreWhat if there was something that you already do several times a day that, with just a few tweaks, could help improve your health, wellness and memory? Research shows that eating flavonoid-rich foods could help protect your brain and even help with other areas of your overall well-being. In fact, you may be eating a …
Read MoreIt’s an age-old adage: “You are what you eat.” Since we eat multiple times a day, research has long shown that what we eat can have a big impact on our overall health and wellness. Recently, greens and superfoods have been in the nutritional spotlight. But what are superfoods and which ones are the most …
Read MoreFeeling the cold? Why not jump in a sauna — and experience the boost that heat therapy can give to your body and mood. Humans have been enjoying sauna health benefits for thousands of years. The first saunas are thought to have originated in northern Europe around 2,000 B.C., and they’re still an important part …
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a portable piece of exercise equipment simple enough to exercise at home without taking up any room, or for taking to the park or on trips, look no further than resistance bands. Exactly what is a resistance band? Imagine a human-sized rubber band made of either latex, rubber tubing or cloth. …
Read MoreIt’s the conundrum of growing older. In our minds, we feel 25, but our bodies know the truth. If you’re on the other side of 65, you’ve no doubt noticed you aren’t as strong as you once were. Or as flexible. In this phase of life, it’s critical to keep these faculties, as well as …
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