Staying on a budget is important for anyone with limited income. And for seniors living on a pension or on social security, keeping costs down is a major concern. It’s especially apparent during the winter months when gas bills can shoot through the roof. Luckily, there are plenty of methods to keep heating bills to a reasonable level. Thanks to Today.com, keeping costs to a minimum doesn’t require a lot of work if the following tips are incorporated into daily living: 1. Learn to love socks. If your feet are cold, your whole body will feel cold, so make a point of
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Healthy gums and healthy minds
The old folks song, Dem Bones, talks about the relationship that one body part has with another. And just as the head bone’s connected to the neck bone, as it turns out, healthy gums are directly connected to a healthy mind. According to WellnessResources.com, the Glostrop Aging Study, conducted by American and Danish researchers, revealed a link between inflammatory gum-related problems to cognitive decline and a risk for Alzheimer’s. “Lead researcher, Dr. Angela Kamer, Assistant Professor of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry at New York University, published previous research in 2008 explaining the theoretical link between Alzheimer’s and gum disease,” WellnessResources.com explained. “In 2009 she clearly
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Video spotlight: Meals On Wheels
This week, we here at Freedom Home Care have focused on helping the elderly loved ones in our lives maintain a healthy weight. Therefore, we thought it was only natural for us to stop for a moment to sing the praises of the Meals On Wheels Association of America. The organization has been working hard to keep the needy senior population healthy and happy since 1954. What began in Philadelphia more than 50 years ago has grown to be America’s largest national organization, which represents about 5,000 community-based senior nutrition programs across the States as well as the U.S. territories.
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Are Your Foods Super? My top “superfood” selections
Long ago, I learned that we really are what we eat and that the fuel we use for our bodies should possess the utmost quality and highest standards. To that end, it has been my mission to consume the best foods for my body and assist my family, friends and clients to do the same. Here are my top picks for feeling your best with the help of the most effective superfoods available in markets today. Wheatgrass Wheatgrass is immensely nutritious and full of vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Its juice has a high concentration of chlorophyll, which has purification
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How do I talk to my loved one about bringing a caregiver into their home?
No matter how difficult it may seem, there comes a time when you will have to talk to your aging parent or loved one about hiring an in-home caregiver. Many people in this situation do their best to avoid the conversation, fearing a loved one will respond with denial and refusal or perhaps worse, combative behaviors. Ignoring the situation because of potential hurt feelings is the worst approach possible, considering health and safety are already at risk for candidates of in-home care. The sooner they can get help taking care of themselves, the less possibility there will be for an
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Understanding the advantages of the National Private Duty Association
Making the decision to move forward with home health care is no simple task. Although it is often a collective decision made by a handful of concerned family members, it is still one of the most difficult choices in life. But once the choice is made, the deliberations are far from over. The next step is choosing a caregiver or caregiver organization. Often times, family members feel unqualified to differentiate one home care provider from the next. This is where the National Private Duty Association steps in. Established to help families find trusted and reliable home care providers, the National
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Your Mental Health: The Silva Method of Meditation
Twenty years ago, a friend exposed me to the Silva Method, a meditation system that trains those that practice it to take better control of their mental processes. This way of meditation allows you to calm yourself and remove the interference that comes with day-to-day life. Following this practice for nearly twenty years has allowed me to feel better mentally and physically, better preparing me to meet life’s challenges in a more positive way. I recommend meditation as a valuable practice for others so that they can experience this same level of mental health. The actual benefits of meditation are
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More Than Tired: A look at Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
We all experience exhaustion at times in our lives, and usually, a few good nights’ sleep and some self-care can get us back on track. Occasionally, fatigue becomes chronic and other intervention is in order. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a relatively new condition, having only been recognized by the Centers for Disease Control since 1988. According to the US Department of Health and Services Office on Women’s Health, experts say that one million people currently suffer from the condition, although fewer than 20 percent of these cases have been diagnosed. Women are four times more likely to have disease,
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May is National Stroke Awareness Month
Since May is National Stroke Awareness month, I want to take this opportunity to talk about what you can do, right now, to decrease your personal risk of stroke. According to the Centers for Disease Control, stroke is currently the leading cause of death in the United States. Over 800,000 people die each year from cardiovascular disease and stroke combined. The time is now to make a few possibly surprising dietary changes that can have a huge impact on your risk reduction. Meat Look into this article by Dr. Joseph Mercola, to learn why not all red meat is created
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Don't Let Your Memory Fail You
Is your memory letting you down? As we age, it’s natural to forget little things here and there, but it can be very frustrating when your memory fails you, especially at inopportune moments. Rest assured, new research shows that there are steps you can take to ward off normal memory loss and prevent against it in the future. In conjunction with traditional medicine and a healthy lifestyle, I feel that nutraceutical supplements can do a lot for our overall health, especially when it comes to cognitive decline. Read on for my tips on getting the most out of your mind.
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