I originally wrote this post in 2013 to help people boost their immunity during flu season, but as a pandemic is upon us, and may last for a while, I updated it in 2020. No one enjoys being sick, but at our age, a bad case of the flu or COVID-19 can be deadly especially if complications develop like bronchitis or pneumonia. Rather than depend on over the counter … [Read more...]
10 Healthy Habits You Should Adopt Once You’re Over Sixty-Five
Once you're over sixty-five, the world becomes your oyster. Your confidence and lust for life are at an all-time high. You’re far less likely to be weighed down by responsibility and obligations. And you have more time on your hands to experience new things and widen your social circle. It’s also the perfect time to develop new healthy habits that can keep you … [Read more...]
Coronavirus – As Baby Boomers it’s a Topic We Need to Address
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room – That’s Coronavirus or COVID-19 as it’s officially called. America’s Dad, and fellow Baby Boomer Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson just announced they have it. This crisis is real and isn’t a hoax. Heck, the NBA just canceled its season and travel is being shut down everywhere. Do you feel like you’re living in the Twilight Zone? I … [Read more...]
How to Be Your Own Health Advocate in Your 60s and Beyond
It’s the prime of your life. You’ve worked hard. You’ve paid your dues. You’ve raised your children and cared for your home. Now it’s your turn to be taken care of and be an advocate for your own health. You have the confidence, the experience, the resources, and the right to live your life on your own terms. You’re in your 60s and whether you’re retired, nearing … [Read more...]
How To Change Your Old Eating Habits To Feel Better Than Ever
Chances are you’ve developed some of your eating habits over the course of many years, and you might make many of your dining choices without really thinking about how the food will affect your health. Eating is often seen as a social activity, and holidays center around long-established special meals and celebrations. Many of your old habits may have worked just fine for you … [Read more...]
