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Nothing makes life after 60 harder than medical conditions. From post menopause symptoms and Alzheimer’s to hearing loss and mobility issues, we have answers to your questions.

4 years ago

4 Most Common Post Menopause Symptoms and What You Can Do to Control Them

Life post menopause should not be a time of suffering. Rather, it should be a time of wisdom, freedom, and reflection for self-growth. If you find yourself ill at ease with your menopause journey, addressing food and lifestyle changes, alongside any other…

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4 years ago

Can the Right Nutrients Reduce Your Dementia Risk?

Last year I discussed how vitamin D may provide protection against acute respiratory infections, such as the common cold and pneumonia. It also appears to have powerful immune-boosting properties.  Now, a recent study from Australia…

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4 years ago

How to Improve Bladder Health with Your Diet

Many people assume that improving your bladder starts with just improving your pelvic floor and drinking water. And while those two are extremely important to one’s overall bladder function, there are still many other ways to keep your bladder healthy…

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4 years ago

Dealing with Chronic Back Pain in Your 70s and Beyond

As we age, our bodies go through a lot of changes. One common change that many of us experience is back pain. Back pain is a very common issue for older adults. In fact, a study that looked into the literature published from January 1985 to October 2018…

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4 years ago

5 Tips for Exercising with Peripheral Artery Disease

You may feel a little overwhelmed if you have been diagnosed with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). Don’t worry, though – we are here to help! This blog post will give you five tips for exercising safely and effectively with Peripheral Artery Disease…

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4 years ago

Trigger Point Therapy for Occipital Neuralgia

If you are one of the many people who suffer from occipital neuralgia, you know how painful and debilitating it can be. This condition is characterized by pain in the back of your head, usually around the base of your skull…

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4 years ago

The 6 Most Known Types of Dementia Any Older Adult Should Learn About

Before we go any further, let me start by saying that the risk of you having dementia as you age is much lower than you probably think. Nevertheless, dementia is the most feared condition in women over 55 which is…

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4 years ago

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: What You Need to Know

If you are one of the millions who suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome, you know how debilitating it can be. Chronic fatigue syndrome is a condition that causes extreme tiredness and a lack of energy. It can make even the simplest tasks seem impossible…

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4 years ago

7 Simple Truths to Help You Manage Chronic Pain

Chronic or long-term pain is surprisingly common. Research has shown that more North Americans are affected by chronic pain than by diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. Some common and painful illnesses, such as arthritis…

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4 years ago

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder and Botox Treatment

If you are one of the millions who suffer from TMJ, you may wonder if Botox is a good treatment option for you. This blog post will discuss what TMJ is, its symptoms, and how Botox can help with it. We will also discuss the pros and cons and cost of Botox…

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