The thought of having another colonoscopy put me in a state of anxiety. However, it’s hard to avoid if you’re over 50. I had one 17 years ago when I hit the half-century mark. All went well, and I was determined not to have another one. My health care provider mails me a fecal occult home test to take each year. They’re easy to do. I won’t go into detail, but once you … [Read more...]
What Can Seniors Do To Boost Immunity Naturally?
Staying well as seniors is so important to maintain quality of life. No one enjoys being sick, but at our age, a bad case of the flu or virus can be deadly especially if complications develop like bronchitis or pneumonia. You can strengthen your immune system naturally by adding some of the foods listed below to your diet. Why is chicken soup the Jewish … [Read more...]
Health Fads To Avoid That May Be Dangerous for Seniors
You don’t live to become a senior because you’ve been reckless and foolhardy with your life. When you reach maturity, it’s because you’ve done something right. You’ve made good decisions. You’ve “adulted” well. And now it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, to settle into your golden years rewarded with good health, longevity, and quality of life. The last thing you … [Read more...]
Simple Ways to Eat Right When You Are Undergoing Chemo
Chemotherapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience. When faced with chemotherapy, many cancer patients turn to online research, but reading about the recommendations only goes so far. Oftentimes, talking with other patients or survivors regarding how to cope with the uncomfortable side effects of treatment can be more helpful. Cytotoxic drugs are designed to inhibit the … [Read more...]
Do The Nights Seem Endless Now That You’re Older?
Everyone has their own sleep patterns but one thing I hear over and over from older people is that they wake up several times at night. Some can’t sleep at all and have insomnia. Others are light sleepers and wake up whenever they hear a sound. In my case, I go to sleep and wake up at the same time but wake up several times to what I call “endless nights.” Is it really only … [Read more...]