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Aging Gracefully: The Power of Walking as you Get Older.
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Every now and then we have to admit that we can’t do all of the physical exercise that we did when we were younger. Thankfully, walking is one form of exercise that most of us can do throughout our life. Not only will walking help you to slow down the aging process, but you will help you feel more energetic and better about yourself. So lace up your walking shoes and check out the health and aging benefits of walking: Walking can reduce your stroke risks: According to University of South Carolina researchers, walking briskly for just 30 minutes, five...
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Heatwave: Keeping Seniors Cool
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Because we are in the middle of summer and the temperature is rising, this could be deadly for the elderly in our local communities. We did some homework and found some pretty simple tips to help keep everyone in your family cool this summer: Stay hydrated: Drink cool drinks, preferably water. Stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day, which is typically 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. To keep your rooms cool, close your blinds. Only open windows when it’s cool enough to do so. Head downstairs. Hot air rises. A lower floor or basement can be a cool...
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Living longer can happen if you stop and take a look at your life and well, follow these secrets we found on WebMD’s website. The health focused folks over at WebMD put together a great slideshow on 18 secrets for a Longer Life (which we guess really aren’t that much of a secret since they have it on their website that millions of people view each month). We went through the slideshow and picked out some of our favorites that we’ve started to try (we can already feel the years being added on to our lives). Eat Like an Okinawan:...
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Depression is not a normal part of aging. However, older adults are at an increased risk for depression. Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note that 80% of older adults have a least one chronic health condition, and 50% have two or more. Depression is more common in people who have other illnesses or whose function becomes limited. It also increases in those who require home healthcare and older hospital patients. Unsure if a family member is suffering from depression? Here are some signs from CDC that might help you confirm your concerns: Signs of Depression Feelings...
Ageless and Economic Idea for Growing Your Greens and Herbs Today
Here is an ageless and economic idea for what you can grow today - What are you growing today? Here's an economic and healthy way to make sure you eat plenty of fresh leafy greens and herbs, by growing them right on your patio, in containers, or in your back yard. Check into this today and start saving money! Thank you Grow Food, Not Lawns for sharing the photo.
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The 4th of July may have come and gone this year, but the memory lingers on. We should celebrate all that is good about America each and every day, not just reserve our patriotism for one day of the year! We think this is a brilliant idea that needs little motivation. But, in case you do, here are 5 reasons why we love America: Freedom: We have the freedom to do what we want, believe in what we want, and say what we want and to do so without persecution. For many in the world, this is not true. In...
Are You Eating Enough Leafy Greens In-Home Care ?
In-Home Care Readers, when putting together In-Home Care Meals, here is an In-Home Care Tip from Meals from the Hearth: Look at - the Healthy Eating Plate by Harvard University and My Plate by the U.S. Department of Agriculture - and you’ll find something in common. Both eating plans recommend filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables at every meal. Break that down into bite-sized advice, and ....... New Products & the New Catalog are on the Way! from MagicKitchen
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Home Care Director Tina Glenn, of Hearthside Home care, Inc. achieves certification from the Alzheimer's Association for essentiALZ and essentiALZ Plus. [caption id="attachment_3275" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Tina Glenn, Director of Hearthside Home Care Inc., Greensboro, NC[/caption] Read Press Release Here
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