Slow Walking vs Fast Walking: A Cardiologist’s Verdict Health and nutrition experts agree that walking is a good exercise that yields great health benefits. And, studies have supported those claims. But what has been debated over the years is which type of walking is the best: slow or fast. Some experts like Dr. Michael Weinrauch, … Continue reading “Slow Walking vs Fast Walking: A Cardiologist’s Verdict”
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Experts: A Right Balance Can Help Form Heart-Healthy Eating Habits
Experts: A Right Balance Can Help Form Heart-Healthy Eating Habits For years, the American Heart Association (AHA) has been educating the public about heart health and encouraging Americans to eat servings of individual foods like vegetables or fruits, and staying away from cholesterol-raising foods that contain trans fat. With the recent release of its “2021 … Continue reading “Experts: A Right Balance Can Help Form Heart-Healthy Eating Habits”
Aging in Place
Aging in Place! Yes, It Is Possible! The aging in place movement has grown so strong that older adults are finding more local and national support to help them maintain their independence. Studies are finding that seniors who age in place in familiar environments stay active and engaged in their community, which promotes quality of … Continue reading “Aging in Place”
Foods to Help Fight Cold and Flu This Winter
Foods to Help Fight Cold and Flu This Winter The cold and flu season has arrived and nutrition experts say eating healthy foods is one way of helping your immune system fend off illness. Boosting the body’s immune system is important because it creates, stores, and distributes the white blood cells that fight bacteria and … Continue reading “Foods to Help Fight Cold and Flu This Winter”
Coronavirus News: New, Information, and Updates On COVID-19
Coronavirus News Airline bookings to the United States have increased since the White House lifted international travel restrictions that were imposed due to the coronavirus disease. British Airways CEO Sean Doyle was on the company’s first flight to the United States when the travel ban ended on November 8. “It’s a day that we wished … Continue reading “Coronavirus News: New, Information, and Updates On COVID-19”
Senior With Ailments Finds FCP Live-In Home Care to Be The Right Choice
Senior With Ailments Finds FCP Live-In Home Care to Be The Right Choice Peter and Carol Smith had lived independently in their home in Westford, Massachusetts for years. But Peter, 82, began having multiple health challenges and problems with his mobility that made it difficult for him to take care of himself. Carol tried as … Continue reading “Senior With Ailments Finds FCP Live-In Home Care to Be The Right Choice”
A New Start After 60
A New Start After 60 Sometimes it takes harsh words from someone who knows us well to jolt us into action. This is what happened to Joan Macdonald. At the time, Macdonald was 71 years old and weighed 198 pounds. She had high blood pressure and kidney problems. She was also taking medication for cholesterol … Continue reading “A New Start After 60”
Senior Age Tech
Senior Age Tech The number of tech companies developing devices that help older adults live independently in their own homes has increased over the years. But the COVID-19 pandemic pushed the creation of age tech startups, technology development for seniors, and the use of existing technology into overdrive. Telehealth conferences and video chats via smartphones, … Continue reading “Senior Age Tech”
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert Older adults are exploring the Internet on their tablets, computers, and smartphones. But their online explorations are coming with a hefty price tag and serious consequences. A study by the Aspen Institute’s Tech Policy Hub found that adults over 60 were victims of cybercrimes and lost $650 million in 2018. … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Omega-3’s Linked To Longer Life
Omega-3’s Linked To Longer Life Doctors generally warn that having high levels of saturated fatty acids in the body can lead to major health problems that can shorten a person’s life expectancy. But not all fatty acids are bad. A new study has found that omega-3 fatty acids can potentially increase life expectancy by almost … Continue reading “Omega-3’s Linked To Longer Life”