13 Senior Health Questions to Ask Your Doctor
You keep a mental log of your health questions, and save them for your doctor’s visits. But somehow, nearly every time, when the doctor says, “Do you have any questions?” you draw a blank. It’s not until you get back home that you remember what you forgot to ask. It happens to the best of […]
5 Easy Cholesterol-Lowering Tips for Seniors
Doctors and researchers have been sounding the alarm on “bad” cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) for decades. But when your doctor says you need to lower your cholesterol, what should you do? The first thing is to make lifestyle changes that promote health and wellness. It’s amazing what difference a lifestyle checkup can have on […]
Healthy Aging Tips: 9 Things Retirees Should Do Daily
For most people, retiring means stepping away from a world of routines. Whether you worked a 9-to-5 job or shift work, the routine of getting ready to go to work, doing the work and coming home took up most of your life. But now that you have so much free time, creating a routine isn’t […]
Meditation for Senior Brain Health: 7 Beginner’s Tips
Fatigue, brain fog and forgetfulness aren’t just part of aging—they’re also telltale symptoms of stress. While retirement should be a time filled with exciting adventures and well-deserved relaxation, many older adults also experience an increase in stress and anxiety. There are many contributing factors to these conditions, but sometimes the lifestyle change alone is enough […]
8 Heart Healthy Foods for Seniors
One of the advantages of getting older is we often have more time to focus on ourselves. With more time to spend on our own health and happiness comes more time to plan our meals and try new foods. And if we add a pinch of adventure, we can discover many new-to-us heart-healthy foods that […]
7 Brain Exercises for Older Adults
The brain is one of the most important muscles in the body. And just like other muscles, the brain needs exercise to stay healthy. In this article, we’ll discuss seven enjoyable brain exercises and activities older adults can use to help keep their minds sharp and their hearts happy. 1. Word Games Puzzles and […]
9 Stress-Relieving Activities for Older Adults
Even in your retirement years, stress can still play an unfortunate—and potentially dangerous—role in your life and health. While the former stressors of your life (such as work or your daily commute) may have subsided, new stress-inducing worries may have found their way into your mind. Seeking ways to de-stress can improve both your physical and […]
Healthy Aging: 5 Nutritious Foods Older Adults Need
It’s no secret healthy eating contributes to decreased risk of chronic diseases and better overall well being. And, as we age, our dietary needs change. As an older adult, specific nutrients will help you increase mental sharpness, resist illnesses and increase energy levels. And now it seems everyone—from your doctor and family members to the […]
Top 5 Things Your Medicare Plan DOES NOT Cover
It’s no secret that navigating your Medicare coverage can often be complicated and overwhelming. However, understanding your benefits is key to making sure you get the care you need at a price you can afford. And, of course, one of the most important aspects of your coverage to understand is what is not covered. While […]
5 Things You Can Do to Promote Brain Health
Everyone knows that being physically active is an essential part of staying healthy and reducing your risk of developing certain illnesses. But did you know that brain health—exercising the brain—is just as important as physical health for long-term wellbeing? A healthy brain may help decrease the risk of developing certain types of dementia and help […]
