It’s not uncommon for news stories to be filled with tragedies, but recent stories have brought to light an alarming trend: the rise of suicides among older adults. Sadly this past week both fashion designer Kate Spade and chef-turned-TV host Anthony Bourdain committed suicide. Spade and Bourdain are individuals who
Did you know that there is a close connection between Vitamin D levels and your thyroid function? One of the most effective sources of Vitamin D is sunlight and during the summer months, the sun is shining stronger and for longer throughout the day. The longer days of sunlight leaves
We know that there are many activities which purport to reduce the risk of developing dementia, but how effective is exercise and dementia prevention? Through a review of a collection of studies published in the journal Neurology, there were two general forms of exercise which stood out. The review outlined
No matter your age, having a healthy blood circulation is essential to your overall health, but it’s especially vital for older individuals. Proper blood flow keeps your skin looking revitalized, ensures your brain and organs receive the oxygen they need to function properly, keeps you from needing the help of
By Amelia Hilary Marks – Arthritis solutions – less pain more mobility Arthritis is typically characterised by chronic joint pain, inflammation and stiffness, causing lack of mobility and making life both limiting and frustrating. Although these symptoms are generally grouped together under the heading of Arthritis, there are actually more
Have you ever taken a medication that caused terrible side effects or had no effect at all? You may be surprised to learn that it could be caused by your DNA. In fact, genetic factors can account for up to 95 percent of the reason you respond to a medication
The fastest-growing correctional population in the United States is women. According to one unit of the US Department of Justice, in 1980, the number of women incarcerated was just over 13,000. In 2016, that number was well over 100,000. The arrest rate for possession and use of drugs has tripled
By Rebecca Evans— Arthritis is a chronic sickness of the joints and muscles. It causes joint pains, limits the ability to move and inflammation. There is no cure and the available treatments currently address pain only (and temporarily) but not the root causes (mainly because they remain mostly unknown). While analgesics
Depression in a relationship can greatly impact both parties involved. Oftentimes, someone close to a person dealing with depression will recognize the symptoms even before that individual does. Though it may be difficult to address, it is very important to notice when your partner may be suffering in order to
Maintaining a commitment to an exercise plan is about far more than just achieving your goals. You must tailor the program for your optimum nutrition for bodybuilding since every single person has a different set of characteristics and circumstances. Figure out what fits with you, and stick to it. Push Your
By Cindi McNair— What an incredible experience Machu Picchu was this summer! It was an amazing adventure I embarked on with a team of 20 people, most I had never met. I, like so many, am a cancer survivor. And this year I am celebrating 10-impossible-for-me-to-believe-years since a successful Stem
By Beth Rosenbaum— “As a teenager, I did not obsess about bingeing. I just did it on occasion. No big deal, I thought. As I got older, however – from my 20’s straight through my 50’s – it became more frequent as I strived for the ‘perfect’ figure. I tried every
Fatigue, night sweats, painful sex, lackluster hair—if we were to listen only to the negative side effects associated with menopause, we’d think we were entering one of life’s greatest trials. But menopause can be a beautiful thing—or, at the very least, a phase you can navigate with self-empowerment and ease. Indeed, your midlife transition heralds the beginning of an
As we age, our body’s go through changes, and so do our requirements for vitamins. Unfortunately, our diets are not always ideal, at least on a daily basis. For this reason you need to consider taking vitamins every day to supplement your diet. The following are a few vitamins and
Physical activity is an important cornerstone for a healthy life. We know it can help with weight management, disease prevention, heart health and better sleep — at any age! Research has shown kids who are active may perform better in school. Middle-aged and older adults who exercise may be protecting their brains. Older adults
By JR Reyna – For seniors, many major issues start with something as simple as a fall. In fact, for older Americans, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries, and one in four Americans over 65 has a fall each year. Not only is this a
By Richard Purvis— Did the latest challenge at work bring on a tightening in your stomach? Does constant worry about a loved one’s health make you physically ill yourself? Everyone at some point feels the effects of stress. Not everyone deals with stress in the best way, though. “Often stressed-out
By Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD, author of Hidden Epidemic— There’s a lot of anxiety surrounding disease nowadays, as people seem to be getting sick left and right, and it’s not clear why. Most of us know at least one person who has suffered a heart attack or courageously battled
By Dave Prahl— Hearing loss is estimated to affect 15 percent of American adults, accounting for more than 37.5 million people. Yet, most people who could benefit from wearing hearing aids don’t even bother getting their hearing checked. Perhaps the reason is that many people with hearing loss don’t realize they
By Ronald Uy— The benefits of having pets is not lost whether we are fifteen or fifty. Pets are walking, living gifts that brings much needed respite for the soul and body. It breathes new life into our homes, keeps us warm during cold nights, and brings light into dark corners.
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