We all go through phases of life where we feel a little down. Sometimes there’s something to blame – cold and cloudy weather, an injury, loneliness, the death of a loved one – and sometimes there’s not. Either way, it helps to know how to maintain a …
When you reach your sunset years, you can look back upon decades of friendships – your school friends, your neighborhood friends, your work friends, your retirement friends . . . If you’re lucky, you still see many of those friends on a regular basis. But for most …
Did you know there are more than 100 forms of arthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common, according to the CDC, but it’s followed closely by rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia, and even gout. Arthritis is so common, the CDC estimates that one in four U.S. adults suffers …
Vitamin D deficiency can result in major health problems, and according to a study in Nutrition Research, as many as 41.6 percent of adults are vitamin D-deficient throughout the year. That deficiency gets even worse in the winter months. Most of our vitamin D is produced in the body …
It doesn’t matter what age you are, how much money you have, or even how mobile you are – it’s never too late to learn how to improve your quality of life. We’re constantly growing and adapting to our surroundings, which is why every so often, we …
Some people say, “You are who your friends are,” but we’d argue that your surroundings play an even bigger role in your identity and the way you spend your time. When looking for a place to live out some of the best years of your life, chose an …
Have you ever wondered, “What is aromatherapy?” Don’t worry – you’re not alone. This unique relaxation tool is not particularly common amongst the general population. In most cases, people’s run-ins with aromatherapy have been limited to the spa, but that seems to be changing. At a variety …
When winter hits, you have two choices: Embrace it or hate it. Even if you live in a coastal state, like South Carolina, the shorter days can take a toll on your wellbeing. Our Scandinavian friends are among the happiest people in the world, yet they experience harsh …
Every year people debate when it’s socially acceptable to celebrate Christmas – in December, after Thanksgiving, for the entire year? However you feel about it, the list below should come in handy. New Christmas movies come out every year, but few can compete with the classics. So …
Like other memory conditions, Alzheimer’s gradually lessens a person’s ability to communicate. That’s why understanding the connection between Alzheimer’s and communication is an important factor in maintaining a strong connection with your loved one. With patience, understanding, and the strategies below, you can keep your connection strong …