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- Breathe Free Again! - Your Allergies won't be the same again - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Suzanne FrenetteMore than 50 million North Americans suffer from seasonal and year-round allergies. An allergy is a hyperactive response of the immune system to certain substances that are “foreign” to our bodies. These substances, called allergens, can range from food and pollen to drugs, environmental ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - Anxiety in old age - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Peter RoseSYMPTOMS INCLUDE 1) Irritability 2) Irrational fear of going out 3) Slowing of mental process 4) Distrust of others DESCRIPTION Anxiety in the over 60’s tends to be of the “worst case; what if” type If I go on this coach trip there might be an accident, or I might be left behind. If I go out ...
Views: 4212(1 vote) - Transitioning into Retirement - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles“The only thing constant is change itself,” Heraclitus the Greek once said, and so right he was. Our societal lives demand flexibility. The average citizen makes many significant transitions within a lifetime. As sure as life and death, as definite as paying taxes, changes are inevitable. ...
Views: 2374(1 vote) - The Passionate Warrior - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesSome time ago, I think it was in the 1980s, someone asked me to give myself a title that would support my mission statement—my mission in life is to help everyone look and feel younger and better longer than they ever thought possible . . . men, women, people of all ages and ethnicities. Almost ...
Views: 1208(1 vote) - A Wise Daughter’s Guide to Her Parents’ Real Estate - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Adriane BergYou may hope it will never happen, but one day you may find that your parents or older relatives need your help to manage their home. How will you carry out the sacred trust of getting the best price or helping them keep the property, and age in place? Even more difficult, may be guiding them ...
Views: 4437(1 vote) - Are You in Danger of Becoming a Middle Class Bag Lady? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Adriane BergYou see them everywhere. Maybe your aunt or even your mother is one. Women with middle and even upper bracket financial backgrounds are pinching pennies and depriving themselves in their golden years. Sometimes we find it comical, as when 78-year-old cousin Bessie brings a plastic bag to the ...
Views: 2653(1 vote) - Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Adriane BergHave you seen people who look young and healthy until they smile? Then you notice missing and brown teeth, and they age ten years in your estimation? In “Pretty Women,” the Julia Roberts’ character tells her rich and handsome weekend lover, “I never neglect to floss.” It seemed like ...
Views: 1923(1 vote) - How to Make Love Work in the Bedroom - by Despite feeling completely committed to one another, many couples realize they are not fulfilling their sexual potential. Their physical intimate connection does not reflect the depth of love they have for one another. Others might feel quite satisfied with their sex life as a couple, but they ...
Views: 2562(1 vote) - Aging: A Powerful Beauty Tip - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteIn today's abundance of beauty lotions and potions, nips and tucks, that serve to resist and camouflage the signs of aging we rob ourselves of the most powerful beauty enhancement resource available to mankind. I'm speaking of the aging process itself. The prevailing and repetitive message we ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - How Injuries Accelerate Aging - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Lawrence GoldPopular beliefs about aging confuse the effects of genes with those of stress and injury. As a result, people associate pains and stiffness directly with aging, and so believe them to be inevitable. “The thousand natural shocks flesh is heir to” leave their mark in memory. Memory ...
Views: 1627(1 vote) - Optimizing Brain Function in Aging Adults and Methods to Achieving a Better Quality of Life - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2021 from Leon EdwardNeurons and connections between neurons continue to expand as we age but not without a disciplined approach to never ending continuous improvement and utilization of our mind brain. The brain responds to mental stimulation just like the body responds to regular exercise at the gym. Work out your ...
Views: 4702(1 vote) - How to Challenge, Exercise, and Feed Your Brain - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2009 from Lorne LabelJust like the rest of your body, your brain needs to be well-cared for in order to function at its highest level. For example, your memory will be sharper if you practice a daily regimen that includes a challenging cognitive workout. Your body and your brain will both benefit from a varied ...
Views: 3100(1 vote) - Aging with Vitality - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2008 from Steve KeyserToday's "baby boomer" generation wants to look good and age gracefully, without suffering from the same debilitating and chronic conditions as their parents. Yes, you can age with vitality! We all age over time, but the rate at which we age is a choice. Good health slows the aging process, ...
Views: 991(1 vote) - Eating the Whole Apple - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2008 from Marian McCainDo you remember that old movie title 'The Three Faces of Eve?' I think that title (not the movie) is a good one to describe all of us. For we women are forever tripartite beings - three beings in one. This notion of female trinity has been with us throughout history, in many cultures, often ...
Views: 2027(1 vote) - Releasing the Fear of Getting Old - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2008 from Marian McCainIt was one of those television shows which half the nation watches. But since my partner and I are fortunate enough not to share our space with a TV set, I had never seen that show before. On that October morning, I happened to be staying with friends, in a house where breakfast conversation ...
Views: 2870(1 vote) - The Benefits of Exercise on Wellness and Longevity of Life - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Gerry Van DykeFor years, the prevailing wisdom was that men and women became weaker and weaker with age. But more and more research has revealed the benefits of exercise on not only a person’s quality of life but also their longevity. The benefits of strength or resistance training have been especially ...
Views: 3115(1 vote) - Vitamin C in Beauty And Skin Care Revolution - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from George PrugarVitamin C can really help your skin to thrive? While most people assume that this vitamin is only important for fighting off colds, it can actually turn your skin into the definition of picture perfect skin care. How can vitamin C help? Your body is not able to produce this vitamin on its own, ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - Healthy Skin Care Tips & Procedures - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from George PrugarDo you know how to care for your skin? Unfortunately, skin doesn’t come with an instruction booklet or care instructions. Thankfully, there are some natural skin care tips that can help keep your skin young and supple. The skin care tips listed in this article may be slightly different from ...
Views: 1126(1 vote) - The 10 Myths Of A Boomers Health - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Carrie EdwardsHow do you feel? Right now. Today. Did you hop out of bed this morning ready to tackle the day? If yes, wonderful! If not, why not? Did you not sleep well, eat too much, drink too much or are you too stressed? As a boomer you may be one of those people who have done a pretty good job of ...
Views: 885(1 vote) - All Natural Or All Pretend? - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2008 from George PrugarFar too many people believe that an all natural product equates a product that won’t damage or harm skin in any way. This line of thinking is not only false, it is also potentially dangerous. To begin our all natural discussion, let’s first talk about aging and anti-aging products that contain ...
Views: 1040(1 vote) - Secrets To Staying Happy While Growing Older - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Carolyn BatesMy maternal grandfather was the greatest! He could fix anything, from a wonderful breakfast with Mr. McGinty (the fairytale man who lived in the toaster); to refurbishing the old upright player piano I had to have. He rebuilt a collection of three vintage Rolls Royce’s from parts he ...
Views: 1676(2 votes) - The Fight For Independence - Hiring A Caregiver - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Sherry NetherlandOne of the greatest fears of older adults is the loss in independence. That loss is felt acutely when it translates into the need for institutional living. Even the most luxurious congregant living facility isn’t the same as your own home. “Aging in place” is the chief ...
Views: 1180(1 vote) - I Hear Fine: Everybody Mumbles - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Sherry NetherlandAccording to the National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders, one in three individuals over the age of 60 and half of those over the age of 85 will have hearing loss. The hearing loss associated with aging is called presbycusis or high frequency, sensory neural hearing ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - Fall Is A Four Letter Word - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Sherry NetherlandResearch reveals that 90% of hip fractures are a result of falls, and most of those falls were preventable. Of the elderly fallers who require hospitalization, only 50% will survive past one year post-fall. Our system of balance (vestibular system) is in our inner ear. It is actually part of ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Change The Message - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2008 from Bradley Ann MorganRecently, we were the speakers at a ‘caregivers’ night in a local desert community. After the conclusion of the official program, we opened the floor for those that had specific issues to address. The common question we heard was, “Why can’t I get my dad to get dressed on time in the morning? ...
Views: 1085(1 vote) - The 10 Myths Of A Boomers Health - Part III-Conclusion - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Kim Kirmmse TothMyth # 7: Annual or regular Doctors appointments and tests are not necessary. Wrong. Early detection of most diseases can be much more easily dealt with. It will save you money and it will save your time. It may save your life. Regular preventative care will keep you living longer and ...
Views: 852(1 vote) - The 10 Myths Of A Boomers Health - Part II - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Kim Kirmmse TothLast ezine, two weeks ago, we went over the first 3 myths of a Boomers Health. Just as a review for you here is a review: Myth # 1: I don’t have time to work out at this point in my life. I‘ll get back on track after I retire. Baloney. Do it now. Myth # 2: Eating healthy is just too much ...
Views: 860(1 vote) - The 10 Myths Of A Boomers Health - Part I - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Kim Kirmmse TothHow do you feel? Right now. Today. Did you hop out of bed this morning ready to tackle the day? If yes, wonderful! If not, why not? Did you not sleep well, eat too much, drink too much or are you too stressed? As a boomer you may be one of those people who have done a pretty good job of ...
Views: 913(1 vote) - Is There An (Boomer) Olympics In Your Life? Ps: just a ‘small’ Olympics - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Kim Kirmmse TothHave you ever tried for something so hard, for so long, that you wanted so badly and then it worked? I’ll tell you, I watch these athletes in the Olympics and I am always so amazed. I grew up watching them with my folks, and my daughters and I watched in their growing up years. They are ...
Views: 896 - How Political Are Boomers? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Kim Kirmmse TothIt’s no secret that Boomers make up the majority of the world population. Even while there is much discussed about the “graying of America, it is certainly not in a negative way. England and France have boomers as Presidents/Leaders. Hillary had a running chance to be added to that ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - Stress and Aging - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Andrew NesterMiriam Webster’s definition of human stress: a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation. It has been proven by several studies over the years that excessive stress affects your immune system, reduces your ...
Views: 1334(1 vote) - How Deepak Chopra's Ageless Body, Timeless Mind Impacted My Lfe - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Hattie RetroAgeEver since I was a child growing up in Brooklyn, the idea of growing old was repulsive to me. How did this happen at such a young age? When I was only five years old, my mother, a Russian immigrant would take me with her to a steam room in Brighten Beach. There her friends would gather, ...
Views: 3390(1 vote) - Touch To Stay Stress Free And Healthy - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Jason ChaseTo say times aren’t tough would be, well, a lie. With the crapy economy and talks of a recession, life is stressful and the economic cloud doesn’t look to be lifting any time soon. Worrying won’t improve the stock markets—they’ll just cause some serious crinkles in your brow and add pounds to ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - Getting Over Wrinkle Woes! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Marilynn SyrettWrinkles are just a natural consequence of age. But often it happens that they appear well before their due time courtesy of improper skin care or total neglect altogether. Appearance of wrinkles are by itself a grave concern to many and when they appear way before they should, warning bells ...
Views: 777(1 vote) - How To Prevent Your Body From Breaking Down - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Butch PhelpsMany times in my practice I hear clients describe the constant and chronic pain they endure everyday, then it is usually follwed by "Oh well, I guess at my age what can you expect." How sad! We spend more money in America on healthcare, or should I say sick care than anyone in the world. Why is ...
Views: 1708(1 vote) - Oh, What A Tangled Web We Weave… - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Rose CampbellMy entire family has had first hand experience with Alzheimer’s and the effects not only of it upon our mother but the collateral effects as well. My maternal grandfather had it as well so it is a pretty sure bet that it is a genetic link in that family tree branch. I have discovered, while ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - Eat For Your Health - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Ingrid Cheng"The anti-cancer diet is the exact opposite of the typical American Diet. (Instead of meat, this diet consists of) mostly vegetables and legumes, plus unsaturated fats. Green tea is a great detoxifier (activating enzymes in the liver to eliminate toxins from the body). Ginger root is a powerful ...
Views: 1643(1 vote) - Self Growth - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2008 from Cliff EgginkWith each passing decade, we hope that our knowledge of self increases, and that we know our good as well as our less admirable qualities. You know that old saying, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” This is true within reason and we are no way suggesting that you should berate yourself ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - Your Health In Your 40s - Why Exercise? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2021 from Leon EdwardIf the statistics tell us anything we can go on here, it's that you're either married and have been for some time now, or have recently been through a divorce. Maybe you're starting to date again after a long time. You may have some kids at home, a mortgage and other bills which weigh on you a ...
Views: 4723(1 vote) - Dementia: The Subject Everyone Would Like To Ignore - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Lorne LabelDementia is a subject that most people try to avoid. Just the thought of memory loss – in a loved one, friend, co-worker or, worse yet, ourselves -- makes us terribly uncomfortable. Unless we are confronted directly with dementia, we prefer to think of it as “someone else’s ...
Views: 869(1 vote) - Could Those Nips And Tucks Speed Up Aging? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Cynthia RowlandIf you have tried facial plastic surgery, injections that plump and paralyze and liposuction for those hard to exercise places, you may be less thrilled with your results now than even six months ago. There is news from a growing band of plastic surgeons, cosmetic doctors and dermatologists ...
Views: 1084(1 vote) - Are You A Boomer Or A Zoomer? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from David DemkoMany Baby Boomers are literally built to last 100 years. In fact, the CDC estimates at least one million boomers to achieve that goal. Will you become a member of this one-in-a-million longevity club? Could be. Afterall, living a long time takes more than smart-genes and dumb-luck. Eighty ...
Views: 6596(1 vote) - Keeping Fit Includes Exercise for the Brain - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Lorne LabelWhen most people think of exercise, they envision working out to keep their bodies physically fit and healthy. But the brain – so important to living a full life -- also needs an ongoing exercise regimen to stay agile and alert as we grow older. Scientists used to believe that people ...
Views: 983(1 vote) - The MidLife Caregiver - Who Are You? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2008 from Ellen BessoA caregiver is: “someone who is involved in helping someone else manage the tasks of living” (A. H. Zimmer) Parents care for young children, and adult children are often caregivers for their elders, who have become frail and more dependent. There’s a wide range of what ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - 7 Powerful Tips To A Younger, Healthier You - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinTimes are tough, especially now that prices are going up, loan interests are skyrocketing and financial difficulties are plaguing people not only in the US but all over the world. Despite the crisis, however, you need to take things easy and prevent problems from overcoming you. Since there is ...
Views: 769(1 vote) - Foods To Keep Your Blood Alkaline - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2008 from Betty HartYour Food Guide for Achieving a Healthy Acid/Alkaline Balance To help achieve a healthy balanced pH level, refer to the chart below. Keep in mind the more alkaline and less acidic the food source the better for your overall health and well-being. According to the health experts,75% of ...
Views: 35056(3 votes) - Decide Your Long Term Care Fate, Don't Put The Decision In Others' Hands - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Thomas DayA large majority of the American public still believes that the government will provide long-term care when needed. It is this misconception that most likely prevents people from planning care for themselves. In fact a recent study revealed that many people believe they can give away assets ...
Views: 786(1 vote) - Dogs Trained for Aiding and Assisting: How They Can Make Life Easier - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Shelly Dog ExpertDogs have a number of jobs. You see them at fire stations and playing favorite companion roles on television. Perhaps the most intriguing of the service dogs are those that provide assistance and those that act as therapeutic tools for people who need them. Dogs that perform roles like this ...
Views: 1728(2 votes) - Coral Calcium May Hold The Secret To Lifelong Health - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2008 from Paul RodgersIf you don't know what coral calcium is, it's a type of calcium supplement that is made from coral (hence the name). Coral calcium is the hottest source for one of the minerals most critical to your bodys health. In essence, you can say that coral calcium is the same substance as the calcium ...
Views: 952(1 vote) - Your Homocysteine Levels Affect How You Age! - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Betty HartFor a product to be an effective anti aging supplement, it must provide clinically tested nutrients that can reverse the aging clock at the DNA level. These nutrients must also be shown to protect and repair DNA, and to prevent DNA mutation. It should also quite possibly reduce the risk of ...
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