Symptoms Ignored Ahead of Near-Fatal ‘Widowmaker’ Heart Attack Chris Prewitt had just finished a workout session with his personal trainer on Dec. 27, 2023, when his triceps, biceps, and chest “were all incredibly sore.” However, Prewitt, then 48, said he was not concerned about the unexpected pain because he exercised regularly, including doing cardio and … Continue reading “Symptoms Ignored Ahead of Near-Fatal ‘Widowmaker’ Heart Attack”
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Heat Waves: How To Protect Yourself From The Heat
Heat Waves: How To Protect Yourself From The Heat Millions of Americans have been sweltering under a severe heat wave that has stretched from the Pacific Northwest down to the Southern states and over to the Northeast. This summer’s record-breaking temperatures are placing residents at risk for heat-related illnesses and even death. According to the … Continue reading “Heat Waves: How To Protect Yourself From The Heat”
3 Supplements You Might Actually Need After 50
3 Supplements You Might Need After 50 Dietary supplements are the favorite products of people of all ages, but especially older adults who want to stay healthy. The fact that a 2021 AARP survey found that 78 percent of adults 50 and older said they took vitamins or supplements attests to their immense popularity. The … Continue reading “3 Supplements You Might Actually Need After 50”
3 Forms Of Movement Your Body Needs Every Week
3 Forms Of Movement Your Body Needs Every Week Walking has gained popularity as a simple and convenient exercise that offers a variety of health benefits, and many studies confirm this fact. For instance, a study published in a 2023 edition of the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that taking at least 2,300 steps … Continue reading “3 Forms Of Movement Your Body Needs Every Week”
Add 24 Years To Your Life With 8 Simple Habits Says Study From The American Society For Nutrition
Add 24 Years To Your Life With 8 Simple Habits Says Study From The American Society For Nutrition Members of the professional health community have long been touting the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle. But what specifically should people do to create this lifestyle? One study provides some guidance. The study, involving over 700,000 … Continue reading “Add 24 Years To Your Life With 8 Simple Habits Says Study From The American Society For Nutrition”
10 Stomach Symptoms That Can Signal Cancer, COVID-19 Or Serious Disease
10 Stomach Symptoms That Can Signal Cancer, COVID-19 Or Serious Disease It’s not unusual to have an upset stomach after eating a spicy meal or feeling queasy when you have a stomach bug. However, there is cause for concern when the stomach grumbling that lasts for a few days turns into intense pain that lasts … Continue reading “10 Stomach Symptoms That Can Signal Cancer, COVID-19 Or Serious Disease”
Seniors and Gardening
Seniors and Gardening Since 1985, John Poyzer and his wife have leased a 20-foot-by-40-foot bed to plant vegetables at the Charmaine Nymann Community Garden at Bear Creek Regional Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A few years ago, Poyzer had a knee replaced, and the procedure could have disrupted his enjoyable Spring tradition. But Poyzer refused … Continue reading “Seniors and Gardening”
Health Care is ‘Overwhelmingly Complex’ For Seniors
Health Care is ‘Overwhelmingly Complex’ For Seniors Adults tend to need more medical care as they age, but arranging and managing that care can be overwhelming for seniors. A recent study suggests that receiving in-person care and treatment can require “substantial time, effort, and cost” for older adults and their spouses or caregivers. The study, … Continue reading “Health Care is ‘Overwhelmingly Complex’ For Seniors”
Study Says Vegetarian Diets May Significantly Reduce Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease And Death
Study Says Vegetarian Diets May Significantly Reduce Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease And Death A diet rich in plants and plant-based foods significantly lowers the risks of developing cancer, heart disease, and dying early from cardiovascular disease, according to a large study that involved 23 years of data. Dr. Angelo Capodici, of the University of … Continue reading “Study Says Vegetarian Diets May Significantly Reduce Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease And Death”
America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared
America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared The predictions about the aging Baby Boomer population have become a reality, and America is not ready for it—nor are the older adults themselves. The generation born between 1946 and 1964 faces significant challenges such as financial stability, personal health, and housing as they enter their later years. … Continue reading “America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared “