Articles On:Lifestyle

April 8, 2022

7 Spring Fruits and Vegetables to Enjoy

These seven spring fruits and vegetables signal a changing of the seasons, refreshing additions to ...

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Grilled Asparagus Photo By Chiyacat Dreamstime. These seven spring fruits and vegetables signal a changing of the seasons, refreshing additions to daily eating, and delicious ways to eat healthy.
April 7, 2022

Big Benefits of Gardening for Seniors

People typically think of gardening as either a hobby or a necessary evil – we ...

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Man Working In Raised Bed Garden Photo By Katie Nesling Dreamstime. Benefits of gardening for seniors include exercise, vitamin D production, stress reduction, relaxation from serotonin and dopamine, and more.
April 6, 2022

Creative Ways to Connect with Aging Loved Ones

Whether we’re separated because of miles, time, or a pandemic, it’s important to find alternative ...

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Daughter And Aging Father On Sofa. Photo By Fizkes Dreamstime. Whether we’re separated because of miles, time, or a pandemic, it’s helpful to find alternative ways to connect with aging loved ones when we can’t be with them face to face. Writer Terri L. Jones faced that issue during the early months of COVID-19 and came up with creative ways to maintain emotional closeness.
April 4, 2022

A Grandson’s Mental Health Needs

Their grandson’s mental health needs are immense and affecting the entire family, and the question ...

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Sad Young Teenage Boy Photo By Stanislav Tiplyashin Dreamtime. Their grandson’s mental health needs are immense and affecting the entire family, and the question of the best way to address his needs is driving a wedge between the grandparents and their son. See what the advice columnist Amy Dickinson has to say in this edition of “Ask Amy.”
March 28, 2022

Older Cats and Feline Cognitive Dysfunction

Just like people, cats experience age-related physical changes and have special needs. According to an ...

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Red Tabby Photo By Primaveraar Dreamstime. For article, Odd behavior in older cats signal feline cognitive dysfunction (FCD). If you have a senior cat, know the signs and let your vet help.
March 28, 2022

Sudoku for Seniors Guide

In this brain-stimulating, logic-based puzzle, the goal is to fill in the blank blocks with ...

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Hands of a Senior Playing Sudoku. Photo by Chernetskaya Dreamstime. Can you tackle today’s Sudoku for Seniors Guide? Play the puzzle, build your brain health, and return tomorrow for a new challenge.
March 21, 2022

Grandmom: ‘I Want to See the Grandkids More’

Frustrated grandmom wants to see the grandkids more and does not understand why her daughter ...

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Frustrated Grandmother Photo By Vadymvdrobot Dreamstime. For article, Grandmother wants to see the grandkids more and doesn't understand her daughter and son-in-law's decisions. See what “Ask Amy” has to say. 
March 16, 2022

The Benefits of Sports for Seniors

Older adults can participate in competitive athletics at many skill levels. The benefits of sports ...

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Lenora Marine, 60+ triathlete, riding her bike during a competition. Older adults can participate in competitive athletics at many skill levels. Benefits of sports for seniors are health, camaraderie, and more.
March 14, 2022

Advice on Nosy Facebook Friends

As reader asks, “Dear Amy, what do I do about nosy Facebook friends who just ...

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Woman Angry At Laptop Photo By Fizkes Dreamstime. For article, As reader asks, “Dear Amy, what do I do about nosy Facebook friends who just refuse to drop a subject that is none of their business?” See what Amy has to say.
March 11, 2022

8 Foods to Fight High Cholesterol

Did you know, almost half of American adults have high cholesterol? A combination of lifestyle ...

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fresh fruit - blood oranges and strawberries - and a bowl of oats and muesli. These 8 foods help you fight high cholesterol, lower your risk of heart disease, improve your overall health, and even feel better.