My father liked to write letters, stories or words of wisdom. Most of the letters he wrote were to politicians, presidents especially, with recommendations. After he wrote these letters, he threw them away because this was his way of venting. Feeling nostalgic recently, I looked through some of his papers and found a letter that he did not throw …
How To Improve Posture As You Age
As you age, your spine changes. It can lose thickness and elasticity, which affects your posture and overall health. Strengthen your spine, improve your posture and age gracefully with the following tips. Why Is Posture so Important? Poor posture affects your body in several ways: It causes you to slouch and allows your back muscles and bones to …
Retirement Planning – 30 Questions You Should Ask To Plan For Your Future
Retirement planning doesn't stop the day you retire. It continues as your life unfolds. As such, it's important for you to talk with your adult children or other family members about what you want for your life now, and in the future. It's important for you, since it's your life that you're planning for. However, it's also important for our …
Alzheimer’s and Dementia : A 12 Minute View
Alzheimer's and dementia affect millions of people across the globe. Dementia is not a specific disease, rather a term that is used to associate a number of symptoms, including memory problems or thinking ability that cause a person not to be able to care for themselves on a daily basis. Alzheimer's is a form of dementia. Some incredible …
6 Things You Can Do to Prevent High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is a serious and preventable condition. Every February, Americans are reminded to have their blood pressure checked because it is American Heart Month. You can have your heart checked anytime of the year, but designating a month has served as not only a reminder but as a notice that your health is important and that includes a …
Menâs Health Over 65. Let’s Make It Good.
Men's health is a sticky situation. Women often are the health decision makers in the family and are more likely to go to the doctor than men. Women also have a longer life expectancy than men. Although there doesnât seem to be an exact explanation for this, it is believed by some that many men put their health last. Careers, family, retirement …