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- Caregiving - Helping Men Be CaregiversCreated: 2009-11-20 @ 12:41:36 EST Updated: 2009-11-20 @ 12:45:33 EST
The caregiver role is likely to happen to anyone in a committed relationship sometime. As we age, one or more of the partners in a relationship may come down with an illness of health condition and… - Should I Take Vitamins? - How To Think About Vitamin RecommendationsCreated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:52:33 EST Updated: 2009-11-12 @ 13:53:28 EST
Vitamins can be an important part of any diet. But, in some cases, there may be a lot more marketing and not enough science behind vitamin recommendations out there. Here are some things to think a… - Aging Parents - Solutions for Aging ParentsCreated: 2009-11-02 @ 15:12:25 EST
Aging parents can bring challenges and stressors on their family members. Here is a place where readers can share their solutions for caring for aging parents. If you have a story to tell or a crea… - Aging Parents - Solutions for Aging ParentsCreated: 2009-11-02 @ 14:50:51 EST Updated: 2009-11-02 @ 15:15:22 EST
Aging parents can be a financial and emotional burden on a family. What is the cost of caring for aging parents? What are the options for aging parents? This problem is only going to get bigger as … - Writing for Health - How Writing Can Help Your HealthCreated: 2009-10-29 @ 14:37:18 EDT
Writing may be one of the best exercises for brain fitness as well as a great way to reduce stress and "move on" past traumatic experiences. Writing and health has been extensively studie… - Cookie Diets - Are Cookie Diets HealthyCreated: 2009-10-27 @ 12:34:58 EDT
Cookie diets are becoming widely popular. Find out if they are healthy for you… - The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine ReviewedCreated: 2009-10-15 @ 11:22:21 EDT Updated: 2009-10-15 @ 11:24:05 EDT
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine is an organization formed in 1992. There is controversy around the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine as many of the advocated "treatments"… - Top Healthy Foods for Healthy AgingCreated: 2009-10-12 @ 12:18:06 EDT
These top healthy foods will provide your body with nutrition that it needs for healthy aging. Work these healthy foods into your daily and weekly diet. By focusing on these foods, you'll be giving… - Brainpower Game Plan - Book Review of the Brainpower Game PlanCreated: 2009-10-09 @ 13:41:47 EDT
The Brainpower Game Plan is a book that provides everything a person needs to begin a brain fitness program. Specifically, the book gives tests, activities and a comprehensive 4 week plan for brain… - Preventing Falls and Hip Fractures for Seniors - How To Prevent Fall…Created: 2009-10-06 @ 12:02:58 EDT
Falls and hip fractures are all too common for seniors. As we age, balance and strength give way, leaving seniors susceptible to falls. The good news is that simple precautions can help prevent fal… - Top Brain Fitness Skills - What to Work on for Brain Fitness…Created: 2009-09-30 @ 11:49:53 EDT Updated: 2009-09-30 @ 14:13:16 EDT
Brain fitness involves more than just one area of your brain - there are a whole range of skills that you need to develop to be sure that your brain fitness program is working on all the important … - Stevia Sweetener - Health Benefits of Stevia SweetenerCreated: 2009-09-29 @ 16:18:19 EDT
Stevia is a sweetener derived from the stevia plant. While not technically FDA approved, stevia-derived sweeteners and stevia extracts are showing up in foods. What do you need to know about the he… - Top Life Expectancy Accomplishments - Greatest Life Expectancy Achie…Created: 2009-09-29 @ 13:17:21 EDT
Life expectancy has increased over the past 100 years by almost 30 year. What is the cause for this increase in life expectancy? Is it better medical care? Something else? Read here for some of the… - Barefoot Running - What is Barefoot Running?Created: 2009-09-15 @ 11:36:46 EDT
Barefoot running is the simply idea that running shoes have too much support and keep your feet from getting stronger. By running barefoot (or with minimal support), your feet are given a workout a… - Top Things I Do For Longevity Health - Longevity Health Habits…Created: 2009-09-14 @ 11:05:52 EDT Updated: 2009-09-14 @ 19:08:23 EDT
Longevity is a goal of many people. That is, the goal of living long an dwell. Lots of people ask what I do for longevity and what I have learned after writing about longevity for years. Here is a … - What is Truvia and is Truvia Safe?Created: 2009-09-12 @ 15:22:38 EDT
Truvia is a sweetener derived from the stevia plant. It is marketed as a "natural sweetener." Truvia can be found in products (usually beverages) and as a stand-alone sweetener. But is Tr… - Is Sprite Green with Truvia Safe? What's in Sprite Green with Truvia…Created: 2009-09-12 @ 15:21:46 EDT
Sprite Green is sweetened with a stevia derrived sweetener called "truvia." What is really in Sprite Green and is it safe? Has stevia been approved by the FDA? What is the difference betw… - What is Purevia and Is Purevia Safe?Created: 2009-09-12 @ 15:20:48 EDT
Purevia is a sweetener derived from the stevia plant. It can be used instead of sugar, mostly in drinks. Stevia was banned as a food additive by the FDA, but they recently issued a non-objection to… - What is Rebiana and Is Rebiana Safe?Created: 2009-09-12 @ 15:20:03 EDT
Rebiana is the trade name of a stevia derived sweetener made by the agricultural giant, Cargill. Rebiana has received a "non-objection" letter from the FDA and is the core ingredient in m… - Nike Free Review - Nike Free Running Shoe ReviewCreated: 2009-09-12 @ 15:15:34 EDT
Nike Frees are running shoes that simulate barefoot running. The idea is that by running barefoot (or in Nike Frees) you will naturally correct injury-causing errors in your stride and run with bet… - Born to Run by Christopher McDougall - Book Review - Born to RunCreated: 2009-09-12 @ 15:13:53 EDT
Born to Run by Christopher McDougall is an excellent book about running, evolution, people and an ancient tribe. Read this book if you want to learn about barefoot running, if you want to discover … - Office Exercise - Top Ways to Exercise in Your Office…Created: 2009-09-12 @ 14:58:45 EDT Updated: 2009-09-12 @ 15:10:32 EDT
Office exercise is hard - you need to change clothes, find a place to workout and find exercises that you can do that won't require you change your clothes, but will still give you some benefits. T… - Best Breakfast - What is the Best Breakfast - Breakfast SaladsCreated: 2009-09-10 @ 15:23:08 EDT Updated: 2009-09-10 @ 19:28:30 EDT
Breakfast, we know you should start your day with good one, but so many breakfast foods aren't healthy. What is the best breakfast and what should you look for in a breakfast food? My answer: veget… - Health Benefits of Chia Seeds - Chia Seeds Health and Nutrition InfoCreated: 2009-09-10 @ 10:24:44 EDT Updated: 2009-09-10 @ 10:29:24 EDT
Chia seeds may be the next big superfood. Packed with antioxidants, omega-3 and healthy protein, chia seeds are a great addition to any diet. Find out about the health benefits of chia seeds and th… - Can Suspended Animation Extend Life? - Suspended Animiation and Llif…Created: 2009-08-27 @ 12:54:03 EDT
Suspended animation has long been located in the "science fiction" realm of medicine. The basic idea in suspended animation is that we can keep someone alive, but in deep hibernation. Thi… - Exercise and Life Expectancy - Men Who Exercise Increase Life Expect…Created: 2009-08-24 @ 11:22:27 EDT
Increase exercise in middle age can increase life expectancy. That's right, it's never too late to get healthier and exercise. Research shows that men in their 50s who increase their activity gain … - Which is Worse: Smoking or Being Obese?Created: 2009-08-19 @ 08:34:50 EDT
Smoking is bad for you, but so is being obese -- which is worse turns out to be a difficult questions. Sure, it seems that smoking should be the champion of preventable risk factors, but obesity is… - Does Sex Get Better With Aging? - Sex and AgingCreated: 2009-08-09 @ 17:08:01 EDT
Could sex actually improve with aging? Could sex be one of the things that gets better as we get older? Turns out that surveys show that some older people state that they have less sexually inhibit… - Aging in Place Tips from ReadersCreated: 2009-08-09 @ 13:25:32 EDT
Aging in place is the idea of modifying homes for successful aging. By keeping people in their own homes, quality of life is improved while expenses are reduced. Spend some time thinking about agin… - What Does Aging In Place Mean?Created: 2009-08-09 @ 13:21:02 EDT Updated: 2009-08-09 @ 16:50:39 EDT
Aging in place is a new phrase to describe creating or adapting homes to be suitably for aging residents. Aging in place refers to efforts by individuals, families and organization to help seniors … - Top 10 Ways to Increase Diabetes Life Expectancy - Increase Life Exp…Created: 2009-08-07 @ 14:39:48 EDT
These 10 ways will help people with diabetes increase their life expectancy and beat the odds. On average, people with diabetes live shorter lives than the rest of the population, but that doesn't … - Tips for Remembering Your MedicationsCreated: 2009-07-31 @ 10:28:02 EDT
Let's face it, we all forget to take our medications sometimes. We could all use a little help. Here's a place for you to write any tips you have for remembering your medications and to read over t… - Tips for Remembering Your Medicine - Adherence and SeniorsCreated: 2009-07-31 @ 10:26:40 EDT Updated: 2009-07-31 @ 10:32:53 EDT
Adherence means taking your medications on time. If your adherence is poor, your control or recovery from certain health conditions may suffer. Use these tips to help you remember to take your medi… - Top Ways to Add Years - Increase Life Expectancy - Life Expectancy T…Created: 2009-07-29 @ 20:00:52 EDT Updated: 2009-07-30 @ 15:27:44 EDT
Life expectancy can be increased through behaviors. Some behaviors add a few years while others add a lot. These top ways will have you living longer and healthier than ever. You've probably read a… - Resveratrol and Longevity - Is Resveratrol Really the Longevity PillCreated: 2009-07-13 @ 16:27:08 EDT
Resveratrol has been claimed by some to be the "longevity pill" and a cure for all the age-related illnesses like diabetes, heart disease and just plain time. Where did all this hype abou… - Resveratrol Supplements - Do Resveratrol Supplements WorkCreated: 2009-07-13 @ 15:19:37 EDT
Resveratrol supplements are all the rage. Everyone seems to be talking about resveratrol supplements as the "longevity pill" and the fountain of youth. Is there any truth, at all, behind … - How Can I Decrease My Cholesterol?Updated: 2009-11-20 @ 16:03:32 EST
Cholesterol indicates your risk for heart disease and other cardiovascular problems. You can reduce your cholesterol through changes in diet and exercise as well as using medication… - Fun Ways to Live Longer - Have Fun While Aging Healthy and Living Lo…Updated: 2009-11-18 @ 18:09:04 EST
Living longer and healthier doesn't have to be a tedious chore. There are fun ways that will build your health while giving you the immediate reward of pleasure. Chocolate, games, sex and sleep are… - Understanding Heart Aging and Reversing Heart Disease - Aging and He…Updated: 2009-11-02 @ 16:01:27 EST
As you get older, so does your heart. For the most part, the heart can adjust to changes in our arteries that occur with age. But by improving the health of our arteries, we have a chance to preven… - Alzheimer's and Dementia Prevention - Lower Your Cholesterol to Prev…Updated: 2009-11-02 @ 16:01:27 EST
Alzheimer's disease and dementia have been linked to higher cholesterol levels in mid-life. By lowering your cholesterol level, you can help to reduce the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer'… - The Stages of Sleep - Sleep Cycles ? Sleeps PhasesUpdated: 2009-10-30 @ 14:01:17 EDT
Your sleep cycles through 5 different stages each night. These phases have different brain activity and muscle movement. These sleep cycles also have different effects on your body. Learning good s… - Healthy Eating - Eating Tips - Weight Loss TipsUpdated: 2009-10-30 @ 14:01:16 EDT
No one teaches basic eating skills. What we see in our culture encourages fast, mindless eating. Go through these skills to reprogram your eating habits. You may find yourself losing pounds without… - Sex, Aging and Longevity - Sex and Life ExpectancyUpdated: 2009-10-30 @ 14:01:15 EDT
Sex is a basic need of human beings. There is some evidence that sex can increase life expectancy. Sex and touch certainly help to cement relationships, improve mental health, and make us happy… - Exercise for Energy - Exercise Intensity, Energy and FatigueUpdated: 2009-10-23 @ 17:01:17 EDT
Low intensity exercise can raise your energy level and decrease fatigue. Turns out that when you are feeling sluggish, exercise is just what you need. Try it out for 6 weeks and your energy levels … - How To Meditate for Brain Health, Mental Fitness and Energy - Medita…Updated: 2009-10-23 @ 17:01:14 EDT
Meditation is a mind/body state that brings benefits for healing, stress reduction, and even longevity. By investing 20 minutes a day in meditation, your life will probably improve through this dai… - Life Expectancy Increased by Clean Air - Air Pollution and Life Expe…Updated: 2009-09-30 @ 21:01:19 EDT
Life expectancy has been shown to be increased by clean air and through limiting air pollution. On average, improvements in clean air and air pollution have increased the life expectancy in the U.S… - Longevity and Anti-Aging Tools and GamesUpdated: 2009-09-29 @ 08:09:15 EDT
Anti-aging can be fun with these great tools and games to help you age well, live longer and have fun doing it. Use these anti-aging resources and ideas to enjoy yourself while helping your body to… - Websites and Games for Brain Exercise - Healthy Aging and Mental Fit…Updated: 2009-09-22 @ 10:07:43 EDT
From Sudoku to handheld games, people young and old alike have been looking for ways to improve their mental functioning and prevent brain aging. This list has ten of the best games and websites to… - Sleep Habits - How To Sleep - Improve Your Sleep HabitsUpdated: 2009-09-21 @ 07:45:30 EDT
Learning how to sleep involves training your body in the habit of being sleepy at night. You can strengthen your tiredness by creating a sleep ritual that you do each and every night. This will hel… - Exercise and Sleep - Morning Exercise Improves SleepUpdated: 2009-09-19 @ 21:01:56 EDT
Exercise can improve the quality of your sleep. Researchers have found that morning exercise is best for improving sleep quality. Learn why morning exercise can improve your sleep and learn more ab… - Exercise - Exercise Increase Energy and Fights FatigueUpdated: 2009-09-19 @ 21:01:39 EDT
Exercise can help increase your energy level and fight off feelings of fatigue. Any increase in physical activity or exercise level can help you feel more energetic. This is true even for people wi… - Napping Effectively ? Tips for Great NapsUpdated: 2009-09-19 @ 21:01:34 EDT
Napping can be a wonderful way to recharge during the day. Some easy guidelines and tips can help you make the most of your naptime. A great nap can turn your day around, make you more productive a… - How to Learn to Love Exercise - Love Exercise for Healthy Aging and …Updated: 2009-09-19 @ 21:01:19 EDT
We all know that exercise is good for our health now. Exercise is also good for our health 50 years from now. By establishing a weekly fitness routine, we can feel better now and for years to come… - How to Relax - The Relaxation Response - Relaxation and Healthy AgingUpdated: 2009-09-19 @ 21:01:12 EDT
The Relaxation Response is a proven way to teach a person to relax and reduce high blood pressure. Learn the easy steps to daily relaxation… - Marriage and Life Expectancy ? Being Married Improves Life ExpectancyUpdated: 2009-08-27 @ 17:50:05 EDT
Marriage and life expectancy have been linked for a long time. But now, marriage is getting very complicated and it is difficult to find the link between marriage, health and life expectancy. How d…