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Easy Balcony Gardening Tips For Mature Adults

Making the most of Container and Balcony Gardens. If you’re 50+ there’s a pretty good chance at some point in your life you’ve lived in an apartment, condominium or townhouse...
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More Energy & Benefits Of Iron

A lack of iron in the diet is far more prevalent than most people realize, particularly for women, and their energy levels can suffer because of it. This page will...
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Aging And Memory Loss

The Alzheimer Society estimates that 40 percent of people over 65 years of age experience some form of memory loss. And while it is not something to necessarily look...
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When It Comes To Activity Now Is The Time To Act

There is an “I” in activity for a reason, so what are you waiting for?  Staying active as you age is one of the most effective ways to improve...
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How To Reduce Falls And Injuries In Your Home

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....
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Is Cognitive Testing Necessary for Older Adults?

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...
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The Human Connection To Gardens

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...