Add a few steps and live!
We often hear that we should walk 10,000 steps a day for health, but is that true? A new study from Europe says no. If you average around 3,500 steps like…
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.
New Medicare prescription plan spreads out costs
Those with Medicare prescription drug coverage will soon be able to pay their out-of-pocket costs in monthly installments. This could help Medicare…
Weight loss is about more than just a clothing size
September is Healthy Aging Month Weight loss is about more than just a clothing size You’ve probably gone down the weight loss road before. If only you…
These people don’t act their age
When you were a kid, did an adult ever tell you to act your age? Are you still doing it? Well if you refuse to act your age, or you have a different idea…
New Social Security login system
If you use the My Social Security portal (ssa.gov/myaccount) to manage your account, there will be some changes coming. If you created your account before…
Volunteer from your recliner to do good
Here’s a way to do something meaningful while expanding your network of friends and associates — and you don’t have to leave your recliner. Remote…
Remember when travel times were a thing?
We take freeways for granted today, but you might remember the way travel across this vast country transformed in the 1950s and 1960s, when a new network…
Don’t believe social media rumors about Social Security
Nearly 70 million people rely on Social Security, so it was welcome news when reports about a $600 increase started circulating in June. But there was…
How to measure your blood pressure
If you monitor your blood pressure, here is how to get an accurate reading. 1. Take it before you drink your coffee in the morning. Coffee can increase…
The miracle activity that makes you stronger and happier
Here’s a way to make yourself a little stronger, improve your heart health, boost your mood and thinking power, and provide a little adventure: E-bikes….