When someone you care about is dealing with a serious illness or a life-threatening illness, it can be very difficult to know what to do or say. Your loved one is most likely experiencing some difficult emotions that can leave you not knowing how to show your support. The sad truth is that oftentimes, a person’s circle of friends dramatically shrinks once they are diagnosed with a terminal or chronic health condition. If anything, this is the time in the person’s
Seniors, Service Dogs, and Emotional Support Pets Service pets can help seniors who have mobility issues, chronic illnesses, and mental health issues live more independently. What is a Service Dog? First let's talk about dogs! When it comes to seniors with disabilities or impairments completing essential activities of daily living, service dogs are different from just having a pet. They are trained from puppyhood to perform certain duties according to the needs of an owner. Here are some of the jobs service dogs
Walk Your Way into a Healthier Lifestyle: 3 Walking Techniques You Would Love To Try With the advances in technology and transportation, human beings now spend at least six hours per day sitting. A great deal of scientific research indicates severe health consequences for our circulatory system, posture, weight, sleep, and longevity when spending too much time sitting on the couch or at your desk. The human body is an amazing and fascinating organism that functions best when
Food For Thought: Are you Sitting Correctly? Learning how to sit correctly is important for maintaining a healthy spine and back and a good posture. Sitting straight is good for your physical health. It also aids in building your self-confidence. We spend a lot of time sitting; we travel in a sitting position, many works sitting at a desk, and we tend to dine, relax, and enjoy entertainment, all while sitting. The Importance of Sitting Posture Sitting posture is
Chronic Pain and Depression: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatment Chronic pain means just that. It is a pain that lasts longer than three months…a long time and hurts more than the pain was in the original issue. Coping with long-term or chronic pain is tough. It's even tougher when you live with chronic pain and depression. It worsens as chronic pain goes on, and you may begin to experience pain in new places that felt normal before. Your
Good Versus Bad Cholesterol: What’s The Difference? We have all heard the term “cholesterol,” but many of us only vaguely understand what it means. When discussing heart health, most of us know that cholesterol is a common theme. You may wonder why you should be interested in learning about cholesterol. Your cholesterol levels are crucial for your overall health, including your heart. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in every cell in your body. Because it
Colonoscopy: What You Need to Know If your doctor recommends that you have a colonoscopy, the good news is that you don't have to worry. Your imagination may take over and leave you visualizing an awful procedure, but it's not. Most likely, you will be asleep during the procedure. Most people find the preparation for a colonoscopy is the worst part. What is a Colonoscopy? When Should I get it? A colonoscopy is a procedure your physician uses to
Keeping Healthy Skin for Seniors As we get older, our skin may not look as plump and smooth as in our younger years. Aging skin loses fat and becomes thinner. Scratches, bumps, or cuts can take longer to heal. Like so many people, you spend a lot of time getting a tan or working outside during your life. It may have led to dry skin, wrinkles, age spots, and skin cancers. The good news is there are ways you can make
Signs and Symptoms of Different Thyroid Diseases Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck. It is an endocrine gland that makes hormones. Hormones secreted by your thyroid control the rate of various activities in your body. These include how fast your heart beats and the speed that you burn calories. How all activities work together is known as the body's metabolism. ***According to Medlineplus.gov (2022), approximately 15 million Americans live with an undiagnosed thyroid condition.*** We Can
New Medicare Plans Dishing Out Monthly Cash For Healthy Groceries Healthy Groceries Eating a healthy diet is essential to staying healthy as you age. It can help you stay energized, maintain a healthy weight, and get the nutrition you need. It also lowers your risk of developing chronic health conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease. Healthy foods are vital to a good diet. But eating healthy can be difficult on a limited budget. Knowing this, Medicare plans offer dual programs with nutritional