by mg_user | Jul 17, 2015 | Current Events
Although close to 40 million Americans provide care for a loved one in some way, it can be hard to find a comprehensive source that encompasses all the aspects of caregiving. Until now. AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving recently released their Caregiving...
by mg_user | Jul 15, 2015 | Nutrition & Recipes
A new study is claiming that packaged grocery foods may not actually be as healthy as you think. According to the researchers, more than fifty percent of food items contained too much salt and exceeded the FDA healthy food guidelines for sodium. Too much salt is bad...
by mg_user | Jul 13, 2015 | Health & Wellness
Entering menopause is a very significant event in a woman’s life. Many women struggle with the idea of inevitably losing their youth. Menopause typically spans between the ages of 45 to 55 and for many women, this stage also crosses paths with becoming caregivers to...
by mg_user | Jul 10, 2015 | Caregiver Corner
Taking the time to care for oneself can be difficult for all of us amid our busy schedules, but this can be even more difficult for caregivers. Some caregivers may even feel guilty about using the necessary time to take care of themselves when they are constantly in...
by mg_user | Jul 8, 2015 | Fitness
Especially as we age, beginning an exercise routine can become a daunting task. Although a majority of people may believe that limiting physical activity leads to a decreased risk in falling, this is a major misconception. Staying physically active as we age actually...
by mg_user | Jul 6, 2015 | Financial Planning
Considered one of the largest studies to focus on health care expectations, a team at the University of Minnesota found that middle-aged adults underestimate their health care costs and needs. Evaluating over 12,000 responses collected by the Centers for Disease...