Arthritis, A Disease for the Aged? When I think of arthritis, images from my childhood of grandparents with swollen knuckles and sore knees come to mind. Back then, the disorder was something that afflicted older adults, nothing for me to worry about…until I was a teenager. Then, an orthopedic surgeon shocked me with a warning […]
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Want your spouse or grandchildren to eat a nutritious snack? Keep a bowl of colorful and attractive fruit in a prominent spot in the kitchen. Wondering why nobody grabs the grapes you so proudly purchased last week? Did you rinse them, cut big bunches into smaller ones, and place them on the middle shelf of
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My husband and I recently moved to an area in southern California renowned for its hiking trails. So I lace up my shoes every chance I get to go out, enjoy nature, and get strong! Hiking can be good physical activity for Baby Boomers and seniors, if you start slowly and proceed with care. It’s
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Last week, I posted a blog with general information regarding osteoporosis. And because I receive numerous questions from Baby Boomers and seniors about the best type of exercise for the condition, I’m posting this follow-up piece. Bone-Strengthening Exercises The optimal physical activity program to strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis, according to National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF),
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When my 88-year old mother recently fell at her assisted care facility, my first thoughts turned to broken bones and osteoporosis! And while the fall resulted in only a few bruises, the incident reminded me of the devastating effects bone fractures have in seniors—statistically, 20 – 30% of those who fracture a hip will die
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Comfortable shoes are critical You’re finally ready to bump your fitness level up a notch and start walking! Walking is extremely popular with Baby Boomers and seniors–it’s easy on your joints, you can do it almost anywhere, and it’s effective in building fitness. So you have your course marked out, your buddy lined up, your
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A scary prognosis looms for many of us Declines in brain health and function are of monumental concern for Baby Boomers and older adults. That’s not surprising, as Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the number one dementia affecting this population, its causes are still unknown, it is irreversible and progressively devastating. AD afflicts nearly 26 million
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We may not want to admit it, but we Baby Boomers are huge users of prescription medicines. According to a 2013 report from the United Health Foundation, nearly 8 in 10 seniors (which includes the oldest Boomers!) are currently living with at least one chronic health condition. Twenty percent have diabetes, and more than 70
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There’s no denying–Baby Boomers and seniors face many challenges for healthy aging. What we don’t need are irrational fears clouding our fitness options! But a recent article in Parade Magazine (“What Are You Afraid Of?,” 1-18-15) showed that much of what Americans fear is unfounded. The media plays a role in some of the hysteria,
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The common link in many chronic disease Scientists are exploring a new way to treat many of the maladies afflicting Baby Boomers and seniors–heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. It seems these chronic killers all have a common link: inflammation. And this promising research may uncover what causes plaques to burst, cells to mutate,
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