Are Your Loved One’s Dementia Symptoms Reversible?
Too often, doctors and caregivers see symptoms of dementia as permanent when the problem may be a simple infection By Gary Drevitch for Next Avenue Among the myriad ways my kids have it better than me: As a child, I had only two grandparents, one of whom died when I was still very young. But my […]
7 Easy Ways to Build Strong Bones
Jump 10 times, crush some cans and other tips to boost bone density Guest post by Linda Melone for Next Avenue Bone building reaches a peak during adolescence but then slows after age 25. In addition to this natural bone loss, we’re less likely to perform high-impact, bone-stimulating exercises (such as jumping) after age 50. This […]
The 15 Songs That Defined the Boomer Generation
Weigh in on which of these meant the most in your youth Guest Post by Doug Bradley for Next Avenue We each have our own life soundtrack, especially those of us who grew up in the heyday of rock ‘n’ roll. Mine is heavily influenced by growing up in 1950s Philadelphia with an older brother (not […]
What do You Have to Lose?
by Rhonda Zonoozi and Tracy Garrett Year after year, shedding pounds and getting fit top the list of New Year’s resolutions. Sadly, they also top the list of failed resolutions. As the joke goes, “If losing weight was as easy as losing your keys, your cellphone, your temper or your mind, we’d all be skinny.” […]
How To Beat the Winter Blues
Vitamin D and bright lights really do work for seasonal affective disorder Guest Post by Emily Gurnon for Next Avenue The official beginning of winter that arrived on Sunday, Dec. 21, marked the darkest day of the year. Around this time, some of us feel a familiar pall as the gloom outside seems to creep into […]
7 Back Pain Myths Busted
Experts explain why these common pieces of advice are wrong Guest Post by Linda Melone for Next Avenue Approximately 80 percent of Americans can expect to experience back pain at some point in their lifetimes. If you find yourself hurting and decide to search online for “back pain solutions” you’ll find reams of information — […]
10 Things You Should Bring to Every Doctor’s Appointment
An expert says proper preparation for every office visit is critical to getting the care you deserve By Leana Wen, M.D. for Next Avenue As an emergency physician, I see patients every day who have forgotten to bring something critical to their appointments. That’s understandable when you face an unplanned emergency situation, but not when […]
Fiftysomething Diet: Make a Healthier Breakfast
After 50, your body requires smarter morning choices to get you through the day Guest post by Maureen Callahan for Next Avenue If you want your brain to be alert, start the day with a healthful breakfast — you’ve heard that since grammar school. But when you’re over 50, your brain must be on alert even […]
Three ‘Healthy’ Lessons from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
The story of Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer offers a number of life lessons for all of us; lessons like believing in yourself, appreciating differences and setting a goal and sticking with it. If you delve a little deeper into this classic holiday story, you’ll also find lessons about good nutrition, proper exercise and reducing stress. […]
Eleven Ways to Increase Your Energy
Vitality doesn’t come in pills; you have to change your daily habits Guest post by Jonny Bowden, Ph.D. for Next Avenue In the commencement address he gave to graduates of Kenyon College in 2005, award-winning novelist David Foster Wallace talked about fish. “Two young fish are swimming along when they happen to meet an older fish […]
