by mg_user | Jan 6, 2014 | Health & Wellness
The holidays are over, the decorations put away, and the New Year is here. Unfortunately, along with presents and good cheer, the holiday season has also left you with a few more pounds than you care to admit. Sound familiar? Holiday weight gain, which research has...
by mg_user | Jan 3, 2014 | Health & Wellness
Heart disease is a real killer. It’s the leading cause of death for both men and women, resulting in 1 in every 4 deaths in the United States each year. But heart disease can be debilitating and limiting to survivors, as well. The Centers for Disease Control estimates...
by mg_user | Dec 27, 2013 | Health & Wellness
Sleep is the body’s natural defense against sickness and diseases – using this time to repair the cellular breakdown of the day. Though seemingly one of simplest habits of a healthy lifestyle – achieving a good night’s sleep remains challenging for millions....
by mg_user | Nov 1, 2013 | Health & Wellness
Memory loss and decreasing mental cognition is a serious concern for seniors. As many as 5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, which is the most prevalent form of dementia. Scientist haven’t yet discovered the cause (nor cure) of Alzheimer’s, which attacks the...
by mg_user | Oct 21, 2013 | Health & Wellness
Maintaining eye health is important for everyone, but especially crucial for seniors. Eye exams are frequently excluded from yearly checkups by your general practitioner, and because of this it is easy to forget to schedule your exam. However, the extra appointment is...
by mg_user | Oct 7, 2013 | Health & Wellness
One out of every five Americans suffers from arthritis, with the CDC anticipating a spike to 67 million affected by 2030. Senior citizens are most at risk, with arthritis being the most common chronic disease for those over 55 and the leading cause of disability.What...