A new study shows that, although hearing loss increases your risk of dementia, using hearing aids lessens that risk. Are you having a little trouble hearing conversations? If so, you’re not alone. An estimated 23%
If you find daily tasks difficult to do because you suffer from stiffness, swelling, or pain in your hands, the right exercises can help get you back in motion. Therapists usually suggest specific hand
Dear friends, I started to write this on my return flight from Dallas and abandoned it after my seatmates whom I’ve never met, began arguing about aging. It seems that the couple were distressed
Fasting has been around for centuries and is still popular today. There are many different reasons people fast, but the most common reason is to improve their health. Fasting can have many health benefits, including
The sense of balance typically worsens with age. It can be further compromised by certain medical conditions and medications, uncorrected vision problems, or a lack of flexibility. Poor balance often leads to falls, which can
I say this to my wife almost every morning. It’s my way of showing affection because sleep is very important. We are lucky in three ways: 1) Despite our many ups and downs, we have
Constipation can have an awful impact on quality of life among frail seniors. First of all, it increases urinary tract infections. Then, at its worse, it results in fecal impaction and incontinence. This increases caregiver
Since ulcerative colitis (UC), a condition that causes inflammation in the colon and rectum, is never medically cured, certain lifestyle behaviors can help you manage symptoms and better cope with your condition. In addition
Dear Friends,My friend Laurie retired from her corporate job a year or so ago and was lamenting how tough it is to stay positive at a time when bad news is all around us. Take
The last Amazing Care meeting I went to was three years ago now, because of the Pandemic, and everything shut down. I want to dust off some of those memories and some of what we
