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Author: Allyson Good
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.
Physical activity protects heart
A study from Italy found that at least 20 minutes of physical activity can help avoid cardiovascular problems in your 70s, according to the journal Heart….
Rock on! Find the love with painted rocks
Four years ago, Alexis Beals found herself in a hospital, fearfully waiting for a loved one to be treated, when suddenly she saw a funny-looking rock. It…
What do you think? New words about aging
Mention childhood and you think of little people who are cared for. Mention adulthood and you think of bigger people that are doing the care. What about…
Vision changes should be checked
Suddenly, it’s hard to read when the light is low. Maybe there are halos around lights. These small changes can become big problems. Cataracts affect the…
Bikes are right for the big kid in all of us
It probably won’t be like the thrill of learning to ride your new Schwinn around the neighborhood. You were eight — it was pure freedom. But bike riding…
Share it and you’ll feel better
Sadness can turn life to drudgery Life does it to all of us. Disappointment, loss or periods of loneliness can make us feel sad. How we deal with the…
Don’t neglect your dental health
May is National Dental Care Month, and it’s a great time for all Americans to brush up on current recommendations to maintain good oral health. Seniors…
The social game that boosts mood
There’s one sport that can be played anywhere, is highly social, boosts mood, improves memory, and best yet, a few aches can’t stop you from playing….
Researchers: Prunes may preserve bone health
Women aged 50 and older might want to consider adding prunes to their diets to mitigate bone loss. Or at least, that’s the hypothesis that researchers are…