Certain social habits may demonstrate a greater risk of dementia. Relationships are important. A strong family can provide security, love, encouragement, and trust. Good friends choose to spend time with you and be a part of your life in the good and bad times. In short, people of all ages need to be in relationship […]
It is possible to retire abroad and speak English. There was an old joke making the rounds when Gretchen and I lived in West Germany (yes, that was a while ago). "What do you call someone who speaks three languages?" Answer: "Trilingual." "What do you call someone who speaks two languages?" Answer: "Bilingual." "What do […]
Inherited IRA rules can complicate estate planning. Although some jobs still have pensions, this is increasingly more uncommon. In place of pensions, most people now have "defined-contribution" through individual IRAs or employer- sponsored retirement plans (think 401(k) or profit-sharing) plans. Several rules govern how these are taxed and what needs to be withdrawn during retirement. […]
How well a person can balance may be a health indicator. Falls can cause injury at any age. When younger, damage is often minor. It includes bruises, scrapes, and a little embarrassment. For seniors, losing balance can lead to broken bones and dangerous head injuries. According to a recent The New York Times article titled […]
The cost of long-term care is not going down. People are not all powerful. They cannot stop the steady march of time. Even making healthy decisions does not stop the aging process. As people get older, they require more assistance as their bodies begin to fail. According to a recent The Indiana Lawyer article titled […]
Scammers continue to find new ways to take advantage of other people. Some people have no problem hurting others for their own gain. Rather than work a job to bring value to those around them, they choose to steal from what others have earned and saved. This leaves a wake of financial and emotional devastation. […]
Processed foods and dementia may have a connection. The foods people consume are used by the body to fuel the body and regenerate cells. Consuming foods with poor nutritional value can leave the body without the building blocks it needs to repair and grow. This is true for bones, muscles, organs, nerves, and connective tissue. […]
Nuts have many health benefits. Healthy snacking can feel really challenging. This is especially true when you are on the road, at work, or out running errands. It often feels easy to simply grab prepackaged and highly processed items like chips or crackers. According to a recent Livestrong article titled “The One Snack a Dietitian […]
Napping may not be a healthy habit. Many studies have underscored the value of sleep. Although one may be led to believe any sleep is good sleep, this is apparently inaccurate. The quality, type, and timing of sleep are important factors. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “Love to Nap? You May […]
Retirees may be hit hard by inflation. The state of the economy impacts people in all life stages. While retirees may not be affected by aspects like the job market, they certainly feel the effects of inflation on cost of living. Because inflation involves the diminishing purchasing power behind the dollar, it can be challenging […]
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