As a caregiver, many people get to the point where it doesn’t make sense for the person you’re caring for to continue to live on their own. You may want that person to move to a smaller house or apartment or even move in with you for a variety of reasons, which may include safety, …
There is still no cure for Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, but thankfully, research is allowing doctors and scientists to learn more about what might add to the risk of catching one of these insidious diseases. New research is out regarding alcohol consumption, sleep, and its relation as risk factors to Alzheimer’s and …
With nearly 100 million United States residents fully vaccinated from COVID-19 as of mid-April 2021, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated their list of activities they deem safe or risky for those who have been fully vaccinated and those who have yet to have been inoculated. As a caregiver, you …
Federal guidelines that call for at least 150 minutes of moderate to heavy exercise can help prevent severe COVID-19 infection or death, according to a study that came out in mid-April. This is on top of all of the other usual benefits of exercise, which are plentiful. But if intense cardio exercises like running, biking, …
For many, late-night snacking is the true enemy of the weight loss journey. Chips, popcorn, sweets, and alcoholic beverages can derail progress made by making healthy choices during the day. According to scientists, however, going to bed hungry isn’t the answer either, as that could cause you to get poor sleep and overeat at breakfast …
If you’ve spent any time at the grocery store or looking over a restaurant menu recently, you might notice plant-based “meat.” These can also be in the form of emerging brands like Impossible Foods, Beyond Meat, Boca Burger, and more. Quite simply, these products were created from plant-based ingredients to mimic the look, feel, and …
As a caregiver, a large part of your monthly budget is probably taken up by food. It’s an area where it’s important not to skimp on quality, but there are ways to chip away at your budget and not compromise on the things you enjoy. It just takes some discipline and some more time digging …
One of the key jobs of a caretaker—whether it’s looking after a child or a senior—is to ensure that their nutritional needs are being met. That’s usually a job that’s easier said than done, especially when there are so many foods on the market that are being portrayed as healthy when they’re not what they …
A balanced breakfast, that first cup of coffee, and catching up on the news and emails all may be a part of your morning routine. But giving your body a good stretch when you wake up is a great way to start your day and will lead to positive physical and mental boosts for the …
While genetics, environment, and activity level all play a role in your overall health, few factors affect your entire body like your diet. Oftentimes, we focus on what not to eat—simple carbohydrates, added sugars, trans fats, etc. But on the other end of the spectrum, there are several foods that that can fight or ward …
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