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Senior Living Options for Active Seniors
Now more than ever before, senior housing is in high demand. The Baby Boomer generation, the biggest generation in recent history, is starting to retire. So, over the next 10 years, an additional 10,000 seniors will retire each day. As these seniors begin looking for housing options, the demand and competition for senior living will only increase. While many senior living options focus on assisted living or seniors’ health needs, active and able older adults also need housing options. Fortunately, active senior living communities exist. Designed with seniors in mind, active...…Now more than ever before, senior housing is in high demand. The Baby Boomer generation, the biggest generation in recent history, is starting to retire. So, over the next 10 years, an additional 10,000 seniors will retire each day. As these seniors begin looking for housing options, the demand and competition for senior living will only increase. While many senior living options focus on assisted living or seniors’ health needs, active and able older adults also need housing options. Fortunately, active senior living communities exist. Designed with seniors in mind, active...WW…
Mental and Emotional Abilities That Actually Improve With Age
That study published in Nature and Human Behaviour added another critical brain function that seemingly improved with age: executive inhibition. Your executive inhibition relates to your ability to control your attention, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Among other things, It allows you to effectively block out unnecessary distractions and instead better focus on the task at hand. The study goes on to suggest that, in spite of the documented decrease in the brain’s alerting faculties, the combined increases in both its orienting and executive abilities add up to a net positive. Physical...…That study published in Nature and Human Behaviour added another critical brain function that seemingly improved with age: executive inhibition. Your executive inhibition relates to your ability to control your attention, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Among other things, It allows you to effectively block out unnecessary distractions and instead better focus on the task at hand. The study goes on to suggest that, in spite of the documented decrease in the brain’s alerting faculties, the combined increases in both its orienting and executive abilities add up to a net positive. Physical...WW…
Ways To Take Care Of Your Body After 55
Oral health is an important part of taking care of your body regardless of your age. That said, seniors really need to take good care of their oral health because certain types of medical conditions like arthritis may make it hard to perform proper oral hygiene. Further, some medications may even affect your oral health. The American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste. Make sure you find a brush that is comfortable in your hand and your mouth. Seniors may even find using a powered toothbrush is a lot easier too....…Oral health is an important part of taking care of your body regardless of your age. That said, seniors really need to take good care of their oral health because certain types of medical conditions like arthritis may make it hard to perform proper oral hygiene. Further, some medications may even affect your oral health. The American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste. Make sure you find a brush that is comfortable in your hand and your mouth. Seniors may even find using a powered toothbrush is a lot easier too....WW…
Health and Wellness Trends Worth Trying
With more people slowing down and spending time at home, at-home cooking has become increasingly popular. Cooking for yourself has a host of benefits too. For starters, you control every last ingredient that goes into your meal and you have better control over portions. More people are also realizing that you don’t have to be a master chef to make good food. Another benefit is cost. Restaurant meals may be convenient, but they are certainly more expensive than cooking at home. It’s easy to be consumed by a screen, from the television to your work computer and even your personal cell phone....…With more people slowing down and spending time at home, at-home cooking has become increasingly popular. Cooking for yourself has a host of benefits too. For starters, you control every last ingredient that goes into your meal and you have better control over portions. More people are also realizing that you don’t have to be a master chef to make good food. Another benefit is cost. Restaurant meals may be convenient, but they are certainly more expensive than cooking at home. It’s easy to be consumed by a screen, from the television to your work computer and even your personal cell phone....WW…
Healthy, Mood-Boosting Snacks To Try When You’re In A Slump
Hard boiled eggs are packed with plenty of protein and are a great mood-boosting snack to reach for throughout the day or as part of your lunch. Aside from protein, eggs also contain a variety of vitamins that your body needs to produce energy such as thiamin, riboflavin, folate, B12, and B6. If you’re looking to add your hard boiled eggs into your diet, you could always prep them at the beginning of the week to have on hand when you get hungry. You could also top them on top of your avocado toast for lunch for a filling, healthy meal. Shutterstock/Brent Hofacker Eating your greens is so...…Hard boiled eggs are packed with plenty of protein and are a great mood-boosting snack to reach for throughout the day or as part of your lunch. Aside from protein, eggs also contain a variety of vitamins that your body needs to produce energy such as thiamin, riboflavin, folate, B12, and B6. If you’re looking to add your hard boiled eggs into your diet, you could always prep them at the beginning of the week to have on hand when you get hungry. You could also top them on top of your avocado toast for lunch for a filling, healthy meal. Shutterstock/Brent Hofacker Eating your greens is so...WW…
Best Life Insurance For People Over 50
Life insurance is a vital financial tool, especially as we grow older and consider the financial well-being of our loved ones. If you’re over 50, start a search today to find the best life insurance policy. Life insurance offers numerous advantages for those over 50. It provides financial security and peace of mind, ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of even after you’re gone. Life insurance can help cover funeral expenses, and outstanding debts, and provide an inheritance for your heirs. Additionally, it can assist in estate planning, leaving a legacy for your...…Life insurance is a vital financial tool, especially as we grow older and consider the financial well-being of our loved ones. If you’re over 50, start a search today to find the best life insurance policy. Life insurance offers numerous advantages for those over 50. It provides financial security and peace of mind, ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of even after you’re gone. Life insurance can help cover funeral expenses, and outstanding debts, and provide an inheritance for your heirs. Additionally, it can assist in estate planning, leaving a legacy for your...WW…
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