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I have the habit of asking everyone I meet if they want to live for 100 or more years. How do you think the majority of people respond?
I hope your answer is yes, however I have been very surprised to find that most people answer no. It seems we ... Views:1321
Aging dogs can develop many of the same problems that humans develop, and the eyes are no exception. Glaucoma can be inherited or caused by another eye problem. Glaucoma is often hard to detect in its early stages, but there are some things you can look out for. It can be treated, but often ... Views:1285
For the past six years I have explored parts of the world where people live the longest healthiest lives—regions called Blue Zones—and tried to decipher their secrets. During one Quest, I visited Okinawa, that’s where my team met Ushi Okushima.
Ushi is a 99 year-old woman who starts every ... Views:845
Animals can experience the same sicknesses, diseases, and health problems as humans. They can also suffer from broken bones and muscle-related disorders. Sometimes animals are born with these ailments; while other times they appear with age. A disabled pet can be a great addition to the ... Views:908
At the cellular level, aging is a process of declining capacity for repair of cell injury. With aging there is cumulative, un-repaired or poorly-repaired natural or unnatural cell injury. This is “death by a 1000 cuts.”
Cell injury results when
• cells can no longer adapt to stress,
• ... Views:11406
We love to discuss elimination about as much as we love to discuss prostate problems. But, believe it or not, elimination is ultra important to your overall health. If your bowel is healthy, you're healthy. Keep your bowel clean and clear and you'll feel terrific. Most of us miss this point. ... Views:1566
It's a horrible fact of life; for arthritis sufferers, movement is often
very painful and for arthritis sufferers, movement is absolutely
essential. Lack of exercise automatically adds weight. Weight increases
the stiffness and pain of arthritis. So, what to do?
Well, I'm not going to tell ... Views:1202
Ask Dr. Z - Candida-Yeast Infection - Antibiotics, Chronic Fatigue, Ear Infections - many chronic health problems that do not resolve
Content:
Quotes for Your Life
I get letters
Candida/Yeast - What is it?
Normal Intestinal Flora
Candida Yeast and Antibiotics
Ear Infections in ... Views:2748
Assisting seniors to slip proof their home is an important part of in-home care. The National Safety Council reports that, “falls are the second leading cause of injury death for ages 55-79, but become even more prevalent for individuals over the age of 80. When all those age 65 and older are ... Views:1129
As the energies build in group consciousness it is easy to become aware of the energy fields within our awareness. I feel this most as I am between sleeping and waking in the morning. I start to scan through my body and just be consciously aware of the energies and how they are feeling.
I ... Views:1433
Hyaluronic Acid is natural substance found in the connective tissues of your body. The benefits of Hyaluric Acid are that it acts as a lubricant, and is extremely necessary in the proper functioning of joint movement, heart valves, and even our eyes.
Another very important benefit, or ... Views:1642
Less than ten years ago, most folks thought “emu” was a crossword puzzle answer. Today, Emu is the answer to many other puzzles: What to make for dinner? Emu Steak or Emu Burger. What to rub on sunburn to take the sting out? Emu Oil. What to apply to wrinkles to help with anti-aging? Emu ... Views:1750
Excerpt
The following is an excerpt from the book The Savvy Senior: The Ultimate Guide to Health, Family, and Finances for Senior Citizens
by Jim Miller
Published by Hyperion; June 2004; $13.95US/$19.95CAN; 1-4013-0749-3
-The Basics of Medicare-
We all know what Medicare is, ... Views:1334
A recent study done by the University of California and the shocking finding of it: "People who sleep 8 hours or more have a 50% higher mortality (death) rate than people who sleep less." Yes, it's true that such a study was carried out, in fact in a moment I will give you a link to a short 2 ... Views:1025
Can These Two-Minute Rituals Improve Your Health & Longevity?
This baby-easy anaerobic (no oxygen required) exercise at your desk can
reduce your waistline and improve your blood circulation. It requires 2-minutes
and works like a charm even for lazybones like me.
The Bear Claw: ... Views:1311
You can run your entire life from a laptop. I do! And I did while I traveled around the world with my family. These days you have the entire world at your finger tips. All you need is some business skills, a computer and way to connect to the internet. That's it!
We live in a modern time where ... Views:2293
A large majority of the American public still believes that the government will provide long-term care when needed. It is this misconception that most likely prevents people from planning care for themselves. In fact a recent study revealed that many people believe they can give away assets ... Views:689
A Detoxification Program rejuvenates the body, mind and spirit by eliminating toxic materials that are being stored in our fat cells and bodily organs. The detox process literally turns back the hands of time on aging. Removing toxins promotes more radiant and resilient skin and complexion. ... Views:1062
Civilization is a stream with banks. The stream is sometimes filled with blood from people killing, stealing, shouting and doing the things historians usually record, while on the banks, unnoticed, people build homes, make love, raise children, sing songs, write poetry and even whittle statues. ... Views:992
There are many reasons for aging skin and how to prevent it. There are several factors that can cause our skin to age faster:
First, we will have to change our attitude and way of thinking.
We must get plenty of rest and eat properly. I know that this can be a challenge for many of us but ... Views:1104
Women are always claiming that a sense of humor is the most important quality a man can possess. But is it true that women are willing to date a guy who only has a sense of humor? Would a sense of humor be able to make up for below average looks he possesses?
The truth is out: A guy can have ... Views:913
There is a difference between aging and getting old. The first is something that you'll do , just as a matter of course, with each and every breath you take until you make your next phasal transition. Getting "old" is totally a mindset; it's avoidable and should be consciously avoided at all ... Views:1331
The reasons to avoid high fructose corn syrup continue to mount. There is little doubt in my mind that high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is one of the most toxic chemicals to find its way into our restaurants, supermarkets and even health food stores. It has replaced sugar in many processed foods ... Views:939
Kathleen Casey-Kirschling, 62, was born one second after midnight on Jan. 1, 1946 and has the notariety of being the first baby boomer born. We are the largest, richest, healthiest, most educated generation in the history of the world. We have many rich opportunities to connect with our family ... Views:738
The health and medical communities have long acknowledged the benefits of a daily multi-vitamin, particularly for those over the age of 50. Even Medicare has noted decreased costs in caring for patients who take daily multi-vitamins.
As we grow older, the absorption and digestion of proteins ... Views:776
“...Every day’s an endless stream
Of cigarettes and magazines
And each town looks the same to me
The movies and the factories
And every stranger’s face I see
Reminds me that I long to be
Homeward Bound
I wish I was
Homeward Bound
Home, where my thought’s escaping
Home, where my music’s ... Views:3119
Ever since I was a child growing up in Brooklyn, the idea of growing old was repulsive to me. How did this happen at such a young age?
When I was only five years old, my mother, a Russian immigrant would take me with her to a steam room in Brighten Beach. There her friends would gather, ... Views:3155
The main role of the anti aging vitamin tablets is to promote mitochondria and boosting of the cells regeneration. The cells in your body are breaking down all the time; however, they also are created all the time so the dead cells are replaced immediately with new ones. When age advances, the ... Views:1073
The purpose of this article is to help people with disabilities who may be surrounded by loving, quality support identify an emptiness they may experience because they live in a different reality.
There is a significant difference between understanding a person and accepting them. To really ... Views:1142
It’s no secret that Boomers make up the majority of the world population. Even while there is much discussed about the “graying of America, it is certainly not in a negative way. England and France have boomers as Presidents/Leaders. Hillary had a running chance to be added to that ... Views:870
Walk in bathtubs are becoming increasingly popular, not only for those who in their senior years find themselves wanting to remain independent, but also for those who are approaching the baby boomer years and preparing for retirement.
With so many models and options now flooding the market, ... Views:1109
Buying hearing aids online can be a great way to get a quality product at a reasonable price while also saving you a significant amount of time. While it may at first seem unusual to buy your hearing aid online, you will quickly find that it isn't that much different from going into a physical ... Views:956
Many times in my practice I hear clients describe the constant and chronic pain they endure everyday, then it is usually follwed by "Oh well, I guess at my age what can you expect." How sad! We spend more money in America on healthcare, or should I say sick care than anyone in the world. Why is ... Views:1477
How to Use Your Voice to Influence-Persuade-Convince Others
• 1. “Tell me something Pop, how much does good-looks, intelligence, and money affect how women see me?”
• 2. “You want the psychology or neuroscience answer? Not much, maybe 15%. You didn’t name the Killer-Factor that others ... Views:1464
I have often wondered how mind control works, and if is it at all possible? So the purpose of this article is to explain mind control, while at the same time dispelling any of the myths that surround hypnosis.
When we speak of mind control in a hypnotic sense, what we are really talking about ... Views:1504
An Interview with Modern-Day Taoist Wizard Peter Ragner.
By Andrew Cohen
I've often wondered how it would look if someone like Jack LaLanne or Anthony Robbins—whom I've always admired for their indomitable spirit, incredible self-discipline, and joie de vivre—became enlightened. When I ... Views:831
It's usually not the young among us who are focused on improving their lifestyle and achieving longevity. Why? Simple: longevity's just not on your mind at a young age.
But our research in the Blue Zones has shown that it's never to early to start developing healthy habits that will pay off ... Views:648
Naked Eye Astronomy is the method used by ancient Druids and other earth people. This means I use daily astronomy and the visible star map to create accurate predicitons. Stone henges were once used to clock these occurences so everyone could witness them in a sacred manner.
Mars turned ... Views:1167
Back in the seventies, we watched "The Six Million Dollar Man", a popular television show about a trained agent who was critically injured and given the gift of technology--bionic legs and super vision.
Lee Majors portrayed a man capable of leaping tall buildings and scanning the landscape at ... Views:1208
Hormones can be implanted under the skin using a method developed over 60 years ago. After injecting a local anesthetic, a small incision is made in the skin of the lateral buttock. Tiny pellets made of bioidentical forms of estrogen and testosterone are placed through the incision into the ... Views:1289
I was asked this week if being in your forties is too old to start a Tai Chi class, when I get this question it always seems strange to me especially since nearly all the latest press releases on Tai Chi have been about it being used in senior exercise classes and to prevent falls. But than ... Views:2191
My entire family has had first hand experience with Alzheimer’s and the effects not only of it upon our mother but the collateral effects as well. My maternal grandfather had it as well so it is a pretty sure bet that it is a genetic link in that family tree branch. I have discovered, while ... Views:1019
Parenting Your Aging Parents
?Copyright 1999 by Francine and Robert Moskowitz
Dear Francine and Robert:
My mother is planning to be re-married next month. She is an 81 year old woman who has lived alone quite well for several years since my father's death from cancer. Also, Mom has a ... Views:866
The skin care aisle is lined with a variety of anti aging skin care products, all claiming to be better than the others. However, not all of them deliver the promised results as well. Therefore, you need to be extremely careful while choosing your skin care products and ensure that they contain ... Views:1087
With each passing decade, we hope that our knowledge of self increases, and that we know our good as well as our less admirable qualities. You know that old saying, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” This is true within reason and we are no way suggesting that you should berate yourself ... Views:1050
Agricultural Research Service funded researchers to look into links between dietary intakes of two B vitamins and mental agility among seniors. Agricultural Research Service is the United States Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific research agency. The vitamins studied ... Views:1518
‘We do not remember days; we remember moments.’ -Cesare Pavese
MUSIC REKINDLES MEMORY IN THE ELDERLY:
Each week, I spend 6-10 hours visiting on the dementia unit of a skilled nursing facility. It is a remarkable, joyful place, utilizing music therapy throughout each day. In ... Views:1313
Magnetic field therapy is ideally suited for the treatment of many physical conditions and health maintenance. This modality is of great value because the person may continue treatment on her/his own over a long period of time if necessary. This decreases dependence on the practitioner, which ... Views:1652
Sometimes, but not usually, pain or discomfort is the result of one single traumatic event. When that happens we can use EFT techniques to resolve the emotions surrounding the trauma, and get physical relief really quickly.
I would suggest that when a person experiences a medical trauma ... Views:4304