One of the most common causes of falls is one that’s largely preventable…medications and their side effects. For some people, learning that their balance issues...
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Ways to Improve Balance
When we were kids, having a good sense of balance was associated with everyday activities like riding a bicycle or skateboard. But as older adults,...
Improving Posture
Having good posture is not just about aesthetics. While we generally do find people with proper posture more attractive, it’s because good posture…like shiny hair,...
What Causes Balance Problems?
If you’re concerned about becoming one of the quarter of Americans 65 or older who will suffer a fall this year, it’s a good idea...
Preventing Falls for Seniors
When it comes to how we as Americans assess our daily risks, falling barely registers as a concern for most people. Yet this year, one...
Premature Aging: Does Stress Age You?
Wondering how to look younger or which anti-aging treatments are worth the trouble? Don’t get too stressed about it…because not getting stressed just might be...
What is a Medicare Wellness Exam?
One of the advantages of turning 65—and becoming eligible for Medicare—is that you also are eligible for an annual Medicare wellness exam or visit. This...
Common Medications Can Be Risky for Older People
Medications that are safe and effective for younger people sometimes can be dangerous for people nearing their 70s or older. Kidney function decreases as we...
Benefits of Collagen
The word “collagen” comes from the Greek word “glue”—and that’s a good word to describe the body’s most abundant protein. This fiber-like structure provides stability...
Look Younger Without Surgery
The protein collagen provides skin with elasticity and structure and plays an important role in the production of new skin cells. The human body produces less collagen...
Does Consciousness Survive Death?
You have probably heard about near-death experiences (NDEs). You may be familiar with the dark tunnel into light, out-of-body experience, and return to living. But...
Considering Hip Replacement?
If you’ve exhausted all nonsurgical options to ease the pain of an arthritic hip, it might be time for you to explore hip-replacement surgery. More...
