D-Day: Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
November 6, 2019
As the days get shorter and the sun sets earlier, it’s likely you’re getting less exposure to sunshine, one of the primary sources of Vitamin D. In case you’re unaware, Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for bones, teeth and an assortment of other health areas including muscle strength, cardiac…
Losing Sleep: Updates On Treatments For Sleep Apnea
October 30, 2019
There’s an Irish proverb that says, “A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures for anything.’’ But for those who suffer from sleep apnea (some 18 million US adults), getting a good night’s sleep is often an elusive dream. For a review of what is sleep…
Turn These Pages: Books That Address The Benefits And Burdens Of Aging
October 30, 2019
For many of us, turning to a good book can bring comfort when times are tough and wisdom when confusion is rampant. And as we get older, none of us knows precisely what will happen to our bodies or minds. While we may have been at the side of loved…
Chew The Fat: High-Fat Dairy And Other Dietary Quandaries
October 30, 2019
For many, there’s nothing quite like the rich, creamy taste of premium ice cream or the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of a hot buttered roll. But while your tastebuds lust for these high-fat flavors, your heart may know something different. Despite suggestions that high-fat dairy is harmless to ingest, the reality is…
Raring To Go: Travel Planning As An Older Adult
October 23, 2019
Since time immemorial, the desire to travel and see the world has been an essential human character trait. As Seneca said, “Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.” That’s especially true as you get older and your schedule slows down yet your mind is in search…
Staying Put: The Financial Costs Of Aging In Place
October 23, 2019
The data are quite clear: most of us would rather grow older in our own homes than move to a facility or move in with family members. But the reality is that the home in which you raised your family or to which you downsized may not accommodate your changing…