Did you know that while there are many factors in our daily lives that can increase our risk of heart disease, there are also a number of ways to prevent the disease and even reverse its impact in some cases? AARP has put together a great list of 10 habits to avoid if you are […]
A Good Night’s Sleep
The benefits of a good night’s sleep are many. It helps us stay healthy, alert and active. But as we age, getting good sleep can become a challenge. The National Institute on Aging has put together a helpful article showing the impact of poor sleep and some steps you can take to improve your chances […]
The 5 Worst Mistakes Grandparents Can Make with Money
If you’re a grandparent, one of your greatest joys comes from spoiling your grandchildren. However, if you plan to give them cash, gifts or investments, there are many things to consider, including your own financial situation. AARP has put together some helpful steps grandparents can take to avoid the common financial mistakes. To read the story, […]
How Well Are You Aging?
AARP recently offered an informative piece based on research from the Mayo Clinic on how to measure your aging. It turns out that one way of measuring is to see how long a person can stand on one leg. To learn more about a 30 second balance test that may predict longevity, from AARP, CLICK HERE.
What Is Essential Tremor?
You may not have heard about essential tremor, but it is much more common than you would imagine! We all have tremors when we move our hands, and these slight shakes can become more obvious if you’ve had a lot of caffeine, or if you’re stressed or angry. But if you have noticeable tremors all or […]
Why Your Joints Ache After 50 — and What You Can Do About It
We’ve all been there before! Stiff knees, achy hips and swollen hands. It can be a part of daily life after age 50. Most likely it’s osteoarthritis — a common wear-and-tear disease that happens when the cushion-like tissue between the bones breaks down over time, leading to joint pain. To learn about more ways to take care […]
