Fitness provides health benefits at any age. What do you envision when you hear the word “fitness”? Do you imagine elite athletes at the Olympics or professional level? Maybe you think of personal trainers at a local gym. You may even recall your own athletic competitions as a youth. According to a recent Money Talks […]
Health mistakes can lead to a greater risk of illness. We all make mistakes. Some mistakes are small and have little lasting impact. Other mistakes are significant and can affect ourselves and others for many years. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “7 Deadly Health Mistakes People Make After Age 50,” recognizing […]
The development of health problems is common for those over age 50. Fifty is a big birthday. The Big 5-0. At this milestone, you have lived for half of a century. Each year you have experienced new adventures. According to a recent AARP article titled”7 Common Health Problems That Can Strike After 50,” these experiences and […]
Taking care of yourself can benefit your brain. Aging is not kind to bodies. Joints wear out. Muscles shrink. Brains lose functioning. There is a reason we celebrate those "single digit" birthdays. According to a recent AARP article titled “7 Things to Do After 50 for a Healthier Brain,” it is not unusual for seniors […]
A checkup should be scheduled when warning signs of dementia are first noticed. Your loved ones are getting older. Each time you visit, you notice new lines crossing their faces, especially if time and distance make those visits less frequent than you would like. You have also recognized changes in memory and temperament. According to […]
Original Medicare has limits to what it will cover. Americans age 65 or older are eligible for Medicare coverage. Those with certain qualifying disabilities are also eligible for this coverage. Medicare provides health insurance benefits to these individuals. According to a recent AARP article titled “7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover,” there are certain expenses not […]
An eye exam can uncover health problems. Eyes are truly remarkable. How they work to provide us the ability to see and experience life in color is truly amazing. They are also important in emotional expression and connection. This is reflected in the phrase “the eyes are the windows to the soul.” According to a […]
The amount of times a person sleeps may be a risk factor for dementia. Sleep is important. For anyone who has stayed up later than expected or had to wake up earlier than desired, this seems like common sense. A lack of sleep can make us irritable and sluggish. According to a recent The New […]
You may be able to deduct long-term care costs on your tax return. Few people get excited about filing taxes. For many, organizing and reviewing paystubs, receipts, and health insurance forms is tedious and unpleasant. [Count yours truly among that many, but fortunately Gretchen takes care of all of that!] Although filing taxes takes time […]
Processed meat and dementia may have an unfortunate connection. Do you like bacon? If yes, you are in good company. As the old saw goes: "That's too much bacon! (Said no man ever.)" Unfortunately, you may want to rethink your dietary choices. According to a recent Medical News Today article titled “Dementia: 25 grams of […]
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