When you think of exercising, are you intimidated by the idea of lifting heavy weights, sprinting in the park, or contorting your body into yoga poses? Keep in mind that there are many different ways to exercise, and if you find one that you truly enjoy, you’ll be more likely to stick with it. That’s …
Stroke Risk Factors
As you settle into a happy, healthy retirement, there are a few health concerns you’ll need to keep in mind. Strokes are, unfortunately, one of those concerns. Stroke risk increases as we get older, with 70 percent of all strokes occurring in adults over the age of 65. But strokes are far from inevitable. To protect …
Benefits of a Positive Attitude
It’s true what they say: Attitude is everything. Whether you’re a glass-half-full or glass-half-empty person says a lot about your outlook on life – but did you know your attitude can impact your health too? Mayo Clinic researchers found that patients with positive attitudes had lower stress levels and frequently better health outcomes than their …
Tips for Living with Osteoarthritis
If you’re living with osteoarthritis, you’re not alone. According to Harvard Medical School, some 27 million Americans are affected by osteoarthritis, making it the most common form of arthritis. While it may be disheartening to learn about the size of the disease’s impact, there’s a definite silver lining: Since living with osteoarthritis is an experience …
How to Prevent Blood Clots
As the third most common cardiovascular disease after heart attack and stroke, blood clots are extremely serious. Each year in the United States, different kinds of blood clots claim more than 100,000 lives – yet many seniors don’t know how to prevent blood clots. Find out how several simple lifestyle changes can dramatically reduce your …
Early Signs of Dementia
Nobody wants to think about dementia. Although it’s hard to discuss, spotting it early is essential to your well-being. Protect yourself and your loved ones by learning the early signs of dementia.
Why Is Flexibility Important for Seniors?
If your ability to move comfortably isn’t what it used to be, a loss of flexibility might be the culprit. Let’s talk about why this common issue affects so many seniors, and what you can do about it. Why is flexibility important for seniors?
Easy Holiday Crafts for Seniors
Holiday-themed crafts are a great way to welcome in the Christmas season. Not only do they make great gifts, but also they can brighten up your living space and they’re often very fun and relaxing to create. Let’s explore some easy holiday crafts for seniors.
Benefits of Weightlifting for Seniors
When you think about weightlifting, you likely picture a brawny young man (perhaps even an Arnold Schwarzenegger-type bodybuilder). You might also think about intimidating gyms, huge dumbbells, and intense personal trainers. With this vision in your mind, we can’t blame you for avoiding weightlifting yourself, especially if you’re in your sunset years. But in fact, …
How to Avoid Online Scams
Your senior years should be a time of rest and relaxation, when you can enjoy the money you’ve put away for retirement. Unfortunately, seniors tend to be prime targets for online scammers. Every year, innocent seniors in the United States are scammed out of more than $3 billion dollars by various fraudsters. Don’t be one …