Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Feb 4, 2012, 3:26 am
Holiday time is often filled with stresses--for whom do you buy, what is it, and how much are you going to spend. Wallstreet Journal provided " Seven Smart Money Moves for the Holidays" last year that bears repeating. 1. Set a gift budget in advance and stick to it. Only take cash to the mall. 2. Ne...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Feb 1, 2012, 3:59 am
Ahhh. Just what I'm looking for, "12 Easy Tips to Update" my wardrobe and ZestNow, for women 55 and forward is just what the right site. Dianne Morris, also on Vibrant Nation, is my new go-to consultant: 1. Longer tops--about 8 inches or more below the waist. 2. Bolder necklaces, including multi-st...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 29, 2012, 3:32 am
RealAge has shared Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Michael Roizen's suggestions for belly-flattening meal choices. Being a picky eater and one who has equated sweet with yummy, I was surprised that several appealed to me: 1. Yogurt. I'd have to add lots of fruit. 2. Eggs. The tortilla with the eggs, cheese ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 26, 2012, 3:04 am
I haven't tried it but I'm tempted. Especially because my skin has been a problem since adolescence. Chemical peels remove many "visible signs of aging on the face, hands, neck, and chest. After the skin heals, fewer wrinkles, less discoloration, and improved texture may be seen." There may be t...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 23, 2012, 3:47 am
In a new study an implantable miniature telescope (IMT) approved by the FDA significantly improved vision for 76 patients averaging 75 years of age with end-stage age-related macular degeneration. "Most patients could once again see people's faces rather than just blurry outlines, and could get aro...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 20, 2012, 3:34 am
Food cravings isn't a pregnant woman's sole domain (although my current in-house preggie daughter might think so). I'm sure even the Queen of ... them now and then. The question is how do you tame them so that you don't add extra poundage. Good Housekeeping, a voice from my past, suggests alterna...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 17, 2012, 3:15 am
Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) researchers are developing a potentially new way to treat arthritis, an injectable gel. "Among its advantages, the gel could allow the targeted release of medicine at an affected joint, and could dispense that medicine on demand in response to enzymes associated ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 14, 2012, 3:37 am
Okay. So I'm not in the market for dating and new love. It doesn't mean, though, that I'm not interested (fascinated maybe) in what goes on in that sphere. Vibrant Nation has its own take on "Sex on a first date," "What to wear on a first or second date," and "10 first date don'ts." A number of la...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 11, 2012, 3:11 am
Face it. "Cancer doesn't kill most of us; lack of exercise and a poor diet do," according to Dr. Mehmet Oz. Include the following in your daily routine: Walk 30 minutesBrush and flossDrink 2 cups of green teaTake 400mg omega-3's, 1,000 IU vitamin D and 1,000mg calciumSleep 7-8 hoursMeditate 5 minute...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 8, 2012, 3:50 am
Eliminate one worry. Think about financing elder care before you need it. Long-term care insurance may be cost-prohibitive. 1. Find out if your loved one is eligible for government resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, the PACE program or Veterans Aid & Attendance. 2. A reverse mortgage is availab...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 5, 2012, 3:39 am
The ever-popular Dr. Mehmet Oz believes that having purpose in life is the key to good health. Before you retire, "find that reason for living" by identifying activities that you enjoy. At least some of these activities should include social interaction, exercise and intellectual stimulation. "Ju...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jan 2, 2012, 3:20 am
AARP's Beth Howard quoted nutritionist Beth Reardon as saying, "What we eat has a dramatic impact on levels of pain in the body." Foods rich in resveratrol (stalls tissue degeneration) such as red grapes, blueberries, cranberries or red wine have been found to protect against cartilage damage that c...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Dec 31, 2011, 3:44 am
Lung diseases can be severely disabling and debilitating. In fact, two pulmonary diseases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and pneumonia, are among the leading causes of death in the United States. A new study of 200 participants suggests that periodontal disease, a chronic inflammator...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Dec 28, 2011, 3:25 am
University of Chicago Lianne Kurina and colleagues studied the connection between loneliness and sleep deprivation among 95 elderly residents of two Hutterite communities. Those members who reported sleeplessness were often unhappier and lonelier--leading to poorer health.
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Dec 25, 2011, 3:23 am
Ouch. "Every square mile of ocean contains 46,000 pieces of plastic trash." "In the last 8,000 years Earth has lost 11,000 square miles of forest." "Renewable energy provides 8% of total U.S. energy." What can we do to help sustain our Earth? Here are a few ways: Set your water heater temperature...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Dec 22, 2011, 3:25 am
We all know why we should insulate our homes. The downside is that insulation can trap pollution indoors. Many of the contaminating substances give no warning and may produce symptoms years later. So it's best to control or eliminate exposure now before they cause any harm. Asbestos was common in r...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Nov 2, 2011, 3:21 am
Sorry. Just took a self-imposed sabbatical. After all I think I have somewhere between 400 and 5oo blogs and a girl can get tired. Now here's something I didn't know. You don't have to join a wholesale club like Costco or Sam's Club in order to use their pharmacies (according to AARP author Janet ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 27, 2011, 3:57 pm
In an article for Oncology Nursing Forum, assistant professor of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University, Polly Mazanec, "found that long-distance caregivers were much more anxious than local caregivers, who could see what was happening (on a more frequent basis)." That's because they often feel ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 24, 2011, 3:01 am
About 50% or more of Americans will experience some form of mental illness at some point in their life, according to a new government report. Many do not get help. Many hide their problem from others. And the fact is: there is also a big problem with underdiagnosis and undertreatment. "Mental...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 21, 2011, 3:02 am
Kim Komando's Labor Day, 2011, newsletter suggests ways to get a job in a harsh job market. That's why she "scoured the Web for resources that can help." America's Digital Goddess has done her homework once again. She divides the best links into 2 categories: Getting and keeping a jobStarting your ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 18, 2011, 3:01 am
At a crucial time when your assets count as seldom before, you might be able to find money you forgot about. Kim Komando has shared a site where you can find your money as a first step to claiming it. She fills us in: "Money becomes unclaimed for a variety of reasons. Unclaimed property includes ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 15, 2011, 3:18 am
What's cuter than baby animals? Oh yeah, baby humans. But animal babies ARE awfully adorable...and fun to share with your grandkiddies. Go to zooborns and ooh and aah over wild animal young. Then, if you're able, go to see them in person!
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 12, 2011, 3:07 am
According to Caring.com's Gilbert Guide, it is better to redirect or validate a person with dementia than remind him/her that he/she is suffering from dementia. Redirect away from the issue to something more pleasant. Be warm and open in order to reduce stress and tension. Validate feelings and emo...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 10, 2011, 3:38 am
Every time I write out a check to my hair colorist/stylist, I wonder if I'd be better off going grey. After all, mom's and grandma's hair was a lustrous color, not the drab grey I fear. Vibrant Nation, a great source of information particularly for boomer women, suggests 3 steps to going grey grace...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Sep 1, 2011, 3:16 am
Do you feel like you're drowning in debt? Relax, you have a lot of company. The U.S. government can guide you in the problems you are facing by suggesting realistic budgeting, credit counseling from a reputable organization, debt consolidation, bankruptcy or debt settlement. 1. Assess how much m...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 29, 2011, 3:07 am
You already know clogged arteries contribute to heart disease. But did you know they can also interfere with blood flow to the brain and cause dementia? Dementia affects nearly 1/3 of those over the age of 80. It includes problems with thinking, reasoning and memory. Dr. Philip B. Gorelick, direc...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 26, 2011, 3:25 am
Image consultant Glam Gals share 5 ways to not look fat after 50. These suggestions are good enough to repeat: 1. Don't use too many bold patterns, especially if you're short and full figured. You may choose, however, a solid pant with a patterned top. 2. No puffy sleeves. They're too young and c...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 23, 2011, 3:33 am
Like sagging skin and wrinkles, thinning hair appears to be a reality with aging. Thus, I paid particular attention when Vibrant Nation and it cadre of experts tackled this age-old dilemma. Here's what they recommend: 1. Identify the best hair loss treatment for you by determining the cause s of the...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 20, 2011, 3:09 am
With the exception of New York City, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and Toronto in North America you can get suggestions for trip planning in Europe by logging onto this free recommended website. First, you'll be asked the date you plan to be there and for how many days. Then you can base your...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 17, 2011, 3:03 am
You know how they say that your dog looks like you? According Kim Komando's "Cool Site of the Day," you really can find a dog that most resembles you using a recommended website. The only drawback (!) is that the dog (rescued) is in New Zealand. Still, the site is fun. Kim said the dogs that re...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 14, 2011, 3:26 am
People ages 50 and older should be screened for colon cancer. Often this means that the patient would undergo a colonoscopy. During colonoscopy, doctors look for abnormal growths, polyps, by "inserting a tiny camera into the rectum. The camera is attached to a tube that can also be used to remov...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 11, 2011, 3:33 am
What nasty little germ is awaiting you in your hotel room and what you should do to get rid of it before it harms you. Use disinfecting wipes abundantly. A sparkling clean room is deceptive. Lots of hidden germs are lurking on "clean surfaces." Telephones, toilets, shower floors, travel guides, l...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 8, 2011, 3:07 am
As of April, 2001, consumers can search the FDA's consumer-friendly website for food and other product (including drugs and cosmetics) recalls. Consumers are provided data from news releases and other recall statements; date, product brand name, product description and reason for the recall are disp...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 5, 2011, 3:24 am
Building or remodeling a house that ages with you is a smart way to go. Lifespan design or universal design (UD) is the design of product and environments that are usable by most people regardless of their age or abilities. Because UD is so desirable and accessible to all stages of development, it...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Aug 2, 2011, 3:09 am
If you are taking antidepressants such as Lexapro, Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft (common antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, SSRIs) and also taking painkillers such as ibuprofen, aspirin and naproxen (common painkillers known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, NSAIDs), t...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 31, 2011, 3:43 am
When I had my children I was often too tired or uninspired to want to fix my hair. So I resorted to wigs in different styles and hair colors. The wigs were tight, heavy and too hot for summer days. Lately, my husband asked me to change my hair color--he wanted blond highlights in my brown/gray ha...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 28, 2011, 3:54 am
Drugs used to treat thyroid problems may increase the risk for fractures in many seniors. That's why dosages need to be monitored closely by their physicians. According to a study conducted at the Women's College Research Institute in Toronto, evidence was found that "levothyroxine treatment may...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 25, 2011, 3:40 am
It's not the kiddies that have the greatest amount of tooth decay. It's people over 65. That's because older people produce less saliva that's needed to clean the teeth. According to the American Geriatrics Society's Foundation for Health in Aging, "gums shrink with age, exposing the tooth to de...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 23, 2011, 3:12 am
Here stands the accused: Oscar Levine (birthdate 1/29/08) Gender: MaleSex: No (neutered)Height: 10 inchesWeight: 12.5 lbs.Eyes: Dark BrownHair: Mostly whiteNose: BlackOutstanding features: Tongue sticks slightly out of mouthCrime: Theft Upon entering obedience class (exhibit #1), the accused was ju...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 22, 2011, 3:06 am
Here are a few ways to save on travel (I've picked them up from various sources): Buy your flight at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday morning in the time zone the airline is based. Fly during off-peak times and days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at midday). Consider alternate airports. Rent cars other than at t...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 19, 2011, 3:35 am
When a friend wrote me the other day that she found a lump in her breast, I was at first relieved when she told me she had had a mammography in February, 2011. But then she went on to write that the lump proved to be Stage III breast cancer that had already spread to her lymph nodes. According to...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 16, 2011, 3:25 am
People who have basic computer skills and are associated with a physician that provides online "personal health records" can review lab-test results and communicate by email with their health care providers, among other things." It is estimated that more than 70 million Americans now have access to ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 13, 2011, 3:06 am
It's that time of year again--when many of us take our vacations. I just returned from San Antonio for a wedding. This is my list of travel essentials: Swim suit Umbrella Book --read a couple of chapters prior to your trip Medication--always in your carryon Jacket/sweater Sandals (summer) Boots (w...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 10, 2011, 3:55 am
"Health literacy refers to the ability to acquire, process and understand basic health information and services required to make appropriate health decisions", according to author Robert Preidt of HealthDay. The lower the level of "health literacy," the more likely the patient will be at risk for ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 7, 2011, 3:50 am
Elderly patients suffering from heart disease have hope. Last year the American Heart Association reported that cardiac stem cells--even their own--could generate new heart muscle and vessel tissue in heart and diabetic patients. A study showed that most of their patients (who had enlarged or we...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 4, 2011, 3:36 am
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a cluster of symptoms including emotional numbing, avoidance in certain situations, hyperarousal, sleep disruptions and impaired concentration. At the end of last year the American Heart Association reported that "post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) more ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jul 1, 2011, 3:23 am
When Grandparents.com advertised its 30 essential items every grandparent should have, I paid attention. After all, who's more important than the grand babies? Author Paul Rogers divided the essentials into 3 groups--safety, snacks, and fun. Safety essentials included a first aid kit, emergency...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jun 29, 2011, 3:52 am
I admit it. I'm jealous. RealAge has so much valuable information that I can't stop reading. Nor can I compete with its scientific advisory board. Their team of experts includes physicians, epidemiologists, and medical writers who research the latest findings. How come I didn't have the wisdom ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jun 26, 2011, 3:22 am
According to the American Society of Clinical Oncology, children who have survived cancer are more likely than the general population to have cancer return. Those who were first diagnosed under the age of 15 were most likely to have a tumor either in the central nervous system or non-melanoma skin ...
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Susan Levine posted an article on Blog for Boomers, Men and Women over 50 - 50somethinginfo Blog - Jun 23, 2011, 3:25 am
Some of the world's great minds savored midday naps. Brahms, Napoleon and Churchill understood the benefits of a siesta. According to sleep researchers, "the urge to nap in the afternoon is nearly universal." Here are some tips for a restful nap: 1. Short naps are better--even a mere 10 minutes...
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