It's a fact: according to the Center for Disease Control, each year three million senior citizens accidentally fall in what is becoming an epidemic that could be largely preventable. Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries...
Assessing cognitive function in a senior loved one is important but many doctors and healthcare providers who use routine evaluations end up making mistakes in their evaluations. Because their doctors don't know them well, the results of a cognitive...
Why would a couple of seniors, who should be thinking about retiring, decide instead to build a botanical garden? Answer: because these two seasoned gardening-geeks have first-hand experience about how gardens affect people and we need to let everyone...
Your immune system is your body's defense against invaders such as bacteria, infections, cancer and other diseases. It's made up of cells, organs and tissues that work together to protect your body. As you age, your immune system will...
You’re only as old as you feel, right? As ever more Baby Boomers receive their AARP cards, they’re quick to point out that they don’t feel old—and side-by-side comparisons of what a 60-year-old looks like today and what a...
CBD Laws
There’s a growing demand for CBD around the world, especially as research uncovering its massive range of medical benefits continues to grow. However, CBD International Laws can get confusing. Although there are still strict restrictions against cannabis in...
A human body is indeed an incredible creation, with an intricate balance of systems that function in marvelous synchrony for a healthy body. And if this balance is disturbed, let’s say if someone’s blood pressure is extremely low then...
Are you feeling tired but wired? Does it feel as if no amount of sleep relieves your fatigue? You could be suffering from adrenal fatigue, a common condition affecting millions.
Our ancient bodies are not adapted to our relatively stressful...
Seniors benefit from exercise. They need a type of exercise that is easy on the joints, can be done almost anywhere and is enjoyable both alone and as a group. Walking fits all of these descriptions and it's one...
Spring is an opportune time for older adults to get active outdoors. Walking, gardening and doing other physical activities outside are good for your physical and mental health, and these provide additional emotional healing benefits through exposure to nature...
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