As you grow older, the risk of falls increases. You will need to adapt your home to reduce the chances of falls because they can lead to serious injury. Fall prevention is essential. In this article, we list five ways you can help prevent falls in your home. Fall Prevention by Staying Active As you […]
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Why Leading a Healthier Lifestyle Doesn’t Have to Leave You Counting Pennies
With today’s fast-paced lifestyle, it’s easy to let one’s health slide, simply because there is so much to do. However, if we are to function at our absolute best, it’s our health that should be taking priority in our lives. But this is easier said than done, not just because of the time factor, but […]
Small Steps to Process Grief
Photo by Kampus Production from Pexels The loss of a loved one is something everyone will go through at some point in their life. Grief can be difficult, making it hard to keep up with day-to-day tasks. The most important thing during this time is to take care of yourself. You don’t have to take drastic measures […]
7 Ways To Improve Your Sleep Without Prescription Meds
During recovery, it is crucial to try to cultivate healthy habits that will make you feel stable and supported, with sleep being among the most critical ones. However, it’s best to stay away from potentially addictive pills. With that in mind, below are just a few of the natural or tech-based solutions you […]
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Screen Time: How Taking a Day away from Screens Changed My Life About seven years ago I was hanging out at home on a Sunday. I went to look for my phone and realized that I had left it in my purse from when I was at work: on Thursday. When I retrieved it from […]
Healthy Tips to Help Battle the Changes That Come for Seniors
As we age, our bodies start to change. Things like grey hair and wrinkles are obvious for us seniors, but there are many subtle differences as well. We might become less active, for example, have trouble seeing, or find ourselves no longer interested in things we once enjoyed, such as cooking and exercising. These unwelcome […]
4 Sleep Facts That are More Helpful Than a Fountain of Youth
by Shelia Olson Looking for the secret to a younger-looking body and more youthful brain? Well, you don’t have to search for a fountain of youth to ensure healthier aging. You don’t need any secrets either. All you really need to do is set yourself up for better sleep! How well you sleep can determine […]
Ways for Single Parents to Keep Their Fitness and Finances in Shape
Finding the time to workout can be difficult for anyone in this busy world. For single parents, it may seem downright impossible at times. Not only is it hard to juggle all your responsibilities and still find a few moments for yourself, but it can also be costly if you decide on a gym […]
Paying for the Future: Supporting Your Health as you Age
Planning for the future can feel scary, and for many seniors, it brings a lot of stress and anxiety. That’s because figuring out the best way to pay for future care can bring many questions: there aren’t always easy answers. Depending on your current health status, you may need hospital or nursing home care that […]
Simple, Everyday Strategies For Maintaining Your Health
Written by: Sheila Olson Maintaining good health every day can be challenging, especially if you work long hours or have issues with stress and anxiety. Not only is it important to make sure you’re eating right and getting in daily exercise, but you also have to think about reducing those feelings of stress in order […]