Radom Acts of Kindness are both Free and Contagious! A Random Act of Kindness is giving your best self to others without requests or promise of return. A Smile costs nothing but the rewards can be great. RAK’s will give your spirit a healthy boost! Studies show that RAK’s create an emotional warmth, reduce blood pressure, increase oxytocin which is known as a “cardioprotective” hormone. RAK’s can make the world a happier place for everyone. If you need a lift today…
A 2022 study done by Harvard Research, found 72 % of Americans over 65 say they know only some or none of their neighbors. 58% say they have lost touch with many of past friends. They have let their “tribe” dissipate. April is National Volunteer month. volunteering is an easy way to rebuild your “tribe”. Your Tribe is built from the purposely made connections of family, friends, new and old, neighbors, card group friends, and volunteer friends. Embracing your tribe will boost your…
What the Freek(eh)? There are multiple studies coming out on the anti-aging benefits of whole grains. So, in looking into some of these benefits, I found that I was very under-educated on many of the really good grains that are available out there. First, I learned what whole grains are: the entire kernel that contain bran, endosperm, germ and the husk. The studies are linking whole grain usage to lower risks of heart disease, cancer, diabetes and obesity. What is…
Digestive problems are some of the most common complaints to physicians. Research says that 80% of patients will benefit from some sort of diet intervention. These seven strategies for what, when and how you eat can keep your gastrointestinal tract in good running order. Increase your fiber. At least 30 grams of fiber is recommended. Look for fiber rich foods fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Drink Water. 1 ounce of water per 1/2 of your body weight , per…
L According to the National Institutes of Health, heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States. Best Valentine gift you can give yourself and your loved one is to take care of the only heart you have! Even small, consistent changes can make a big difference. HDL, High Intensity Lipoprotein (H= Happy) sends cholesterol particles from artery walls back to liver for processing! LDL (L=Lousy) Low Intensity Lipoprotein causes build up and…
Consumer Report findings of 2000 seniors over 65 take on average 8-12 prescription medications per day. In addition, supplements, seasonal and temporary prescriptions are added. Approximately 530,000 injury incidents are seen yearly in outpatient clinics due to medication errors. What can you do to be safe, keep medications in order and receive the benefits that each medication is meant to give? Write them down. Keeping a good log of ALL your medications, prescriptions and over-the -counter can be life-saving. All…
Being your own best healthcare advocate means being aware of important signs and symptoms of anything serious. To follow are the TOP 5! 1.Slurred Speech. Every 40 seconds someone has a stroke in the US. 87% are life threatening. Call 911 immediately. DO NOT drive friend or loved on to hospital, when things worsen on the drive the ER staff have much less that they can do. 2.Mole Changes that include asymmetry, change in color, size (larger than pencil eraser)…
Over the next month, ya know you will be indulging in all the special sugary treats. Here are some facts and fixes from American Diabetic Association on how to handle the sugar satiation in a healthy manner. Understanding that your body will be “normalized” into having to deal with HIGH insulin levels. Insulin is the hormones that allows your body to use/regulate glucose ( sugar) for energy. After glucose levels rise, messages are sent to your pancreas to release insulin….
The dangers of sitting are crystal clear. Sedentary Life Style = increased risk of heart disease, cancer, brain shrinkage(!) back pain and poor posture. Best Health = Move 5 minutes of every 30 minutes you are awake. “An active brain has neurons firing to form new connections, that equal brain reserve and back up cells to avoid plaques and neuron tangles” according to Dr. Budson Chief of Neurology at VA/Harvard Healthcare system. Keep your brain active even while seated: Expand…
Step it up, physical movement helps prevent illnesses that can lead to memory loss by releasing protein ( FDA recommended 50 grams a day) needed by the brain for healthy nerve cells. Park at the end of the lot and walk into stores. Walk the store once and then go get what you came in for! Try Mediterranean diet research has shown a 20 decrease in memory problems, due to lots of fruits, vegetables, and fish and the use of…