Indigestion is a frequent and common occurrence among the elderly. Burping, gas, and bloating can be extremely discomforting and is usually a sign of something that you ate that does not agree with you. Most often, there are several remedies for indigestion in our homes. If you do not have any remedies in your kitchen […]
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Ever wonder why many 55+ communities offer a ballroom in their list of amenities? Aside from being a fun, and social opportunity, dancing can also provide a healthy alternative to spending a mundane hour on the treadmill proving fitness can and should be enjoyable. While the gym has its rightful place in one’s exercise regime, […]
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As the weather gets colder, it is important to take extra care of our health. Eating immunity-boosting foods is one simple way to help keep ourselves healthy during the winter months. Luckily, there are plenty of foods that can help boost our immune system and keep us feeling healthy and happy. Here are some of […]
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Assault, rape, robberies, and various other crimes are sad, yet real facts of life these days. More often than not, seniors are targets of various crimes. The fact that you are somewhat more frail and defenseless makes you extremely good targets for this type of scum. However, this does not mean you have to lock […]
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It is a sad but true fact that the promised golden years may not be so golden after all. As we age, our lives may be plagued with various diseases that take away all the fun of retirement. Fatigue, depression, dementia, high blood pressure, and heart disease are just some of these problems. Since we […]
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The older you get the more difficult it becomes to sleep through the night. Insomnia has become an epidemic and many adults, over the age of 50, suffer from insomnia. We, as older adults, require approximately 7 to 9 hours of uninterrupted sleep. Why I highlight the word, “uninterrupted” because most of us get up […]
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More and more Americans are spending time indoors. This is quite common in the elderly. The attraction of indoor heat during the cold, winter months and the bonus of television and other electronic games etc. increase the appeal of the indoors. If the number of hours you sleep, plus the number of hours you spend […]
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Meditation is catching on and becoming one of the most common methods of de-stressing your body. Apart from relieving stress, meditation is also known to provide a variety of other health benefits. The effects of meditation come from the almost immediate achievement of deep relaxation. This is a wonderful way to refresh and revitalize your […]
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