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Health & Well-Being

Health and wellness…..good health and healthy living all lead to wellness.
They go hand in hand don’t you think?
What does health and wellness mean to you?
The very thought of health and wellness can be very overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be.
It should be fun inspiring and very rewarding.

The Holiday Season for 2017 is almost upon us. Preparations for parties are well under way. Please enjoy the first part of our Holiday Recipe releases with our Favorite Holiday Appetizers. Let us know how you like the recipes...
We expect seniors to have some mobility problems or also disabilities as they age. It’s normal for wear and tear on our bodies to show up as we get older. But what about those seniors who have been disabled...
A few weeks ago I shared the Canadian Medical Association’s “Demand a Plan” which calls on governments to develop a National Strategy for Senior Care and invited readers to learn about it and, if found helpful, to become more...
Seniors want to keep driving as long as possible. It helps them to stay independent. If you have driven for most of your life, the thought of having your license taken away because of your age is one of...
We know we should exercise. We know it helps our heart, helps with our moods, keeps us flexible and help us to maintain our strength. But is it fun? Most seniors will tell you that they have to make...
Many studies are finding that having a pet benefits your health. For seniors there are extra benefits. Some doctors are finding that spending time with a pet is more beneficial than spending time with people. The most popular pets...
Seniors look forward to the day they can finally retire. They know they’ll finally have lots of time to spend on their hobbies and leisure activities. But retirement can also include a change in lifestyle. For many, retirement can...
Children are often stuck in the middle if one of your adult children gets a divorce. For grandparents, this time can also be a minefield as you are trying not to hurt anyone’s feelings. Your grandchildren may reach out...
Difficulty getting to sleep and staying asleep becomes more common as the years go by. We may get to sleep and then wake early, only to stay awake for the rest of the day. Pain can keep us awake...
Some of the words used to describe not only foods, but supplements are natural, organic, “green”, herbal and botanical. While many seniors quite often add various vitamins to supplement their diets, the use of herbal supplements has caused some...