What Makes A Great Life? Gallup Inc. has given a variety of surveys over the years, but one of the most comprehensive of them all is its “well-being” survey which the organization wanted to discover: What makes a great life? Gallup first asked the question in 2006 about well-being, which is used interchangeably with “happiness.” … Continue reading “What Makes A Great Life?”
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Harvard nutritionist shares the No. 1 vitamin that keeps her brain ‘young and healthy’—and foods she eats ‘every day’
Harvard nutritionist shares the No. 1 vitamin that keeps her brain ‘young and healthy—and foods she eats ‘every day’ Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist, educates her patients about the importance of maintaining their mental health and adopting a healthy diet. Likewise, Dr. Naidoo makes sure she practices what she advises her patients. “I always … Continue reading “Harvard nutritionist shares the No. 1 vitamin that keeps her brain ‘young and healthy’—and foods she eats ‘every day’”
FCP Live-In Caregiving – A Cost-Effective Alternative
FCP Live-In Caregiving – A Cost-Effective Alternative by Kevin Williams, Care Coordinator, FCP Live-In As seen on ConnellyLaw.com Guest Blog “One of the major issues families struggle with when it comes to aging parents is their living situation,” said certified elder law Attorney RJ Connelly III. “Most seniors want to stay at home where they … Continue reading “FCP Live-In Caregiving – A Cost-Effective Alternative”
Why Are Neurological Disorders on The Rise?
Why Are Neurological Disorders on The Rise? Medical experts are seeing a continual increase in neurological disorders that cause death and disabilities and neuroscientists are stepping up their research efforts to get to the root of the problem. Although specific causes of neurological disorders vary, some studies show age and environmental pollution are factors behind … Continue reading “Why Are Neurological Disorders on The Rise?”
How To ‘Age In Place’
How To ‘Age In Place’ When Karen Hauck advises seniors on how to age in place safely or consults with those who want to construct a new “forever home,” she is speaking from first-hand experience. Before becoming a Certified Aging in Place Specialist, Hauck and her husband, James, were caregivers for her parents and relatives—all … Continue reading “How To ‘Age In Place’”
Veterans Day – Remember & Honor
Veterans Day – Remember & Honor Veterans Day is a day to honor our veterans who bravely defended our country during peacetime and war. It’s a day to commemorate our veterans, servicemen and women, and families. To all the men and women who have given the greatest sacrifice one could give for our country and … Continue reading “Veterans Day – Remember & Honor”
Breathing Tricks to Reduce Stress
Breathing Tricks to Reduce Stress One of the best relievers of stress is something that we do all the time and take for granted: Breathing. A growing number of studies show that breathing exercises can improve our digestive system, immune system, lungs, brain, and heart, as well as help chronic health conditions. Breathing can also … Continue reading “Breathing Tricks to Reduce Stress”
Tips on Eating Right
Tips on Eating Right The familiar phrase, “you are what you eat,” holds for people of all ages, especially adults over 50. Why is this so? Because studies have shown that your metabolism, which helps the body convert food into energy, slows down as you age. This means the body burns fewer calories, and it’s … Continue reading “Tips on Eating Right”
Seniors: Mental Health Awareness
Seniors: Mental Health Awareness The normal aging process can cause cognitive abilities to decrease, but a new study shows that a certain part of the brain may help older adults compensate for the mental decline. The brain-centered study found people over 60 had better psychological health than younger people in their 20s. But, the decline … Continue reading “Seniors: Mental Health Awareness”
Prediabetes Diagnosis Can Be A Start To a Healthier Life
Prediabetes Diagnosis Can Be A Start To a Healthier Life Helen Hopkins went to see her doctor because she had not been feeling well. Hopkins, 42, said she had “pins and needles in my feet and hands, had put on weight, and was just generally lethargic.” She was surprised when her doctor told her that … Continue reading “Prediabetes Diagnosis Can Be A Start To a Healthier Life”