As our neighborhoods burst into pink from blooming cherry blossoms, we can brush off the winter blues with the certainty that spring will be around the corner. This is a terrific time of year to shake things up and get outside. If you are caring for an older parent or loved one, we have compiled…
Although we should be ideally loving and celebrating our parents each day, designated days of the year are special times where we can commemorate the ones we love. Mother’s Day is a special day where you can celebrate your mother, one of the most important people in your life. After all, you wouldn’t be here…
Hearing problems are common as people age. Nearly half of all aging adults have some degree of hearing loss, and it’s the most common physical disability among Americans over the age of 65. There are many reasons for hearing difficulty, including damage to the ear from a congenital disability, exposure to loud noise, otitis media…
Many plants can withstand colder, even freezing, conditions. As soon as the earth is defrosted, onions, peas, and spinach can be planted. Other plants, such as kale and broccoli, can withstand minor frosts and benefit from early planting to achieve maturity before summer. But, for the time being, we’re talking about the plants that have…
It’s not surprising that men’s health starts to decline around 50. According to the National Institutes of Health, men are affected more seriously than women by several chronic diseases, including heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes. Fortunately, many of these men’s health problems can be prevented or reduced with healthy lifestyle choices, such as exercising regularly,…
