Family Caregiver Ideas – 5 Ways to Boost Your Loved One’s Spirit
Are you a caregiver for an aging parent? While seniors in their 70s, 80s and 90s are being encouraged more than ever to stay active, get out and enjoy life, the stark reality is that many experience stress and anxiety over health…
Read MoreLove at First Touch – Massaging Pain Away with the Hendrickson Method
I never expected a simple trip to buy vegetables to change my life, but it did. I met Maria at the Santa Cruz Farmer’s Market where she was offering five-minute massages. My body hurt that day, as it always did. Figuring I had nothing to lose…
Read More3 Sneaky Tips for Finding Hidden Gems When Traveling After 60
We all have our favorite things to do when we travel, whether for a vacation or a longer stay. The first thing I do in a new city is hit the art museums. We all want to see famous sites and attend popular entertainment events…
Read MoreEnergize Your Modern Life with the Easy to Learn, Ancient Health Practice of Qigong
Let me introduce you to a movement method that is not only gentle on your joints and muscles, but also supports better breathing, circulation and metabolism while calming your mind and soothing your spirit. Sound too good to be true?
Read MoreDon’t Ignore Your Posture! 5 Ways to Get Your Healthy Back Back
Especially in your 60s, with the weight of becoming a ‘senior’ bearing down a life of working and raising a family at a plateau, your back can buckle under the pressure. Bad posture doesn’t just simply look bad, though…
Read MoreIs Insulin Resistance the Culprit Behind Your Belly Fat?
If you’re struggling with extra weight in the belly, insulin resistance may be causing the problem. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. One of its functions is to transport sugars from the blood into all other cells of the body…
Read More3 Positive Ways to Prepare for Your Older Self
When my father was in his mid-80s, I remember him saying that when he was 75 he had to let go of thinking he was 40. He lived for another 10 years after saying that! Interesting – a mixture of a positive mindset and some realism. I do much to support my life now…
Read MoreThe Legend of Ha Long Bay in Vietnam
Ha Long Bay, north of Hanoi in Vietnam’s Quang Ninh Province, is one of the country’s popular tourist attractions and also one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. The area abounds in beauty with its crystal blue waters and up to 2000 limestone…
Read MorePhysical Activity Guide For Seniors
The older you are, the more you can benefit from physical activity. Despite this, many find as they age, their activity level decreases. Reported barriers to participation in exercise for older adults include safety, fear, health concerns, pain, fatigue, and lack of social support. So what physical activity should seniors do? What Are The Benefits Of […]
Read More10 Caregiver Tips to Use if You Are Feeling a Little Overwhelmed
I signed up for my caregiving journey quickly. My strong, healthy, WWII-hero Dad had to be taken off an airplane in a wheelchair. He had gotten so sick during the flight the attendants were concerned for his well-being. Read More