Boomer Women and Insomnia: Think Twice Before Taking a Sleeping Pill!
Contrary to what you may have heard, the amount of sleep you need as you get older doesn´t decrease. Boomers need about as much sleep – between seven and nine hours – as younger adults. Unfortunately, the amount of sleep you actually get…
Read MoreBreathe Your Way to Better Health
It is undisputed how important it is for our health that we ensure we are getting enough oxygen. In an earlier blog, I discussed the “Rule of Threes” which says that the average person can go three weeks without food, three days without water…
Read MoreIs Your Balance Off? When to Seek Medical Advice
Have you noticed changes in your balance recently? Are you wondering whether these changes are normal or a sign of something that should be investigated? Have you considered seeing your doctor but worried you might be wasting their time?
Read MoreHow to Make the Winter Days More Bearable
The warm sunny months of summer have taken their leave now for another year. Summer holidays have gone for those of us living in the northern hemisphere. We face a longish spell before the buzz of expectation for the next holidays…
Read More4 Unusual Signs of Dementia That Most Older Adults Miss
Many women over the age of 60 express concerns about the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Will it affect me someday? Or will it affect someone I love? What are the signs I should watch for?
Read MoreAre Older Drivers Dangerous? How to Sharpen Your Driving Skills After 60
I can still remember how excited I was when I got my driving license. In addition to giving me an enormous sense of pride and independence, it also was tangible proof that I was now really a “grown up” with all the rights and privileges…
Read MoreNutrition Needs May Change as You Age: A Few Tips to Stay in Front of Them
There is no denying that a healthy, balanced diet can help you live longer, feel younger, and have more energy, but what we often don’t realize is that the definition of a healthy diet changes throughout our lifetime. For example, you may have lower calorie…
Read MoreHow to Cope with a Loss of Appetite After 60
According to statistics, up to 30 percent of us will experience changes in appetite as we age. This is a complaint my mom started having in her mid-60s. Foods she loved to eat as a teen or young adult just didn’t whet her appetite anymore…
Read MoreThe 5 Most Common Senior Micronutrient Deficiencies
You might be surprised to learn that even in developed countries like the United States malnutrition is a serious problem. It’s especially prevalent among senior citizens. In fact, one in three older adults who are admitted to the hospital are malnourished…
Read MoreMaximizing the Capability of a Loved One with Dementia Benefits Everyone
Worldwide, there are over 50 million people living with dementia and receiving support from family and friends. Caregivers of those living with dementia have a tremendous responsibility and opportunity. They work tirelessly to meet…
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