Have you ever been walking and suddenly feel a twinge in your knee? I know I have. Sometimes it’s mild and other times it makes me limp. Sadly, knee pain is almost inevitable as we age. Knee pain can get so bad it requires knee surgery, but oftentimes, it’s manageable if you’re careful about what you’re doing. For instance, you may not want to do jumping jacks or go skiing … [Read more...]
Trends in Preventative Healthcare for Baby Boomer Women
Making yourself a priority can seem challenging in the hectic world of work, errands, bills, and the general responsibilities we encounter day to day. As life keeps you busy, you might find yourself only checking into a doctor’s office when something is wrong. This can be a dangerous habit to get into — especially as you get older. Taking the time to utilize the preventative … [Read more...]
60 Minutes Segment Reveals How to Live to 90 and Beyond
Did you catch the 60 Minutes segment a while back with Lesley Stahl called "Living to 90 and Beyond?" It profiled the University of California Irvine (UCI) 90 + study on aging, which observed seniors over 90, who lived in Laguna Woods, California, previously known as Leisure World. The segment revealed how people can live to 90 and stay active and healthy. In the 1980’s, … [Read more...]
