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May is Arthritis Awareness Month.  We often hear the word “arthritis” but what is it and how can we prevent it, or treat it? While many types of arthritis exist, it is possible to improve quality of life through a variety of means. To find out, read on.

The early bird gets the worm. Make hay while the sun shines. Idle hands are the devil’s workshop. If you want something done, give it to a busy person.  The Puritan work ethic that was instilled in the founding of our country has certainly not diminished over the 200-plus years since the U.S. was founded. But it’s […]

It’s not a surprise. We know it’s happening…certain antibiotics are no longer effective against antimicrobials. In humans, antibiotics have been over-prescribed and taken incorrectly or prescriptions are left unfinished. In livestock, the drugs are often added to feed to decrease the chance of illness as well as increase weight. These factors have led to Dr. […]

February is National Nutrition Month, and in honor of that, let’s take a look at a diet theory that gained popularity in 1997 and see if it is nutritionally sound.  The Blood-Type Diet Theory hit the diet scene promising wonderful results. The idea of eating a diet based on your blood-type was first published in […]

In our November article we focused on aging in place, or remaining in your  home as long as possible. This month we will focus on other shared housing options. The Census Bureau’s 2012 American Community Survey, 3.8 percent of women 65 and older chose not to live alone.  This is up from 2.96 percent in […]

By the year 2020 in the US, 45% of all homeowners will be over 55. The National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) has noticed this trend, and “estimates that over 70% of homeowners doing a remodel project are planning for the future needs of themselves or their parents.”  This led the NAHB to establish a specialist […]

Whether you are caring for an elderly parent, or looking ahead to your own aging process, it is necessary to plan where and how you will live.  This critical topic is essential to address and one that people often avoid.  Our next few blogs will discuss aging-related issues in an effort to address the underlying […]

The words “allergy” and intolerance” are commonly used, but not always accurately used.  Knowing the difference can help you understand your body and how it reacts to certain foods.  This reaction is often, but certainly not always, an intolerance to food, rather than a true allergy.  The easiest way to think about the difference between […]

In the United States, a 2012 study found that “between 20 and 43 percent of American adults over age 60 experienced “frequent or intense” loneliness.” That’s about 9 million people. Brigham Young University psychology and neuroscience professor, Julianne Holt-Lunstad explains that loneliness is typically defined as: “the perceived discrepancy between one’s desired level of social connection and their […]

“Paleo” is short for “Paleolithic” and refers to a diet similar to one our cavemen-ancestors would have eaten.  A Paleo diet eliminates processed foods, sugars, dairy and grains and is reputed to help shed unwanted pounds, reduce inflammation and give you steady energy all day long. Find out how to live a Paleo life by […]