Category 'Healthy Living'

Acting Your Age

by Doug Dickstein on May 22, 2012 0 Comments

If you look and feel older every day, perhaps we need to look at what habits might be adding insult to injury.These are the top 5 activities to look out for when it comes to aging gracefully.

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Keeping Fit In Your Golden Years

by Doug Dickstein on May 16, 2012 0 Comments

When it comes to physical fitness, we can't all be Mark Spitz, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays or Wilt Chamberlain, but there's no reason that, as you get older, you can't stay in shape. No one ever said you had to be an Olympian or a world class athlete, but a long healthy life is tied to physical fitness.

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The Right Exercises for Seniors

by Doug Dickstein on May 14, 2012 0 Comments

Senior fitness requires exercise, but it must be the correct exercise. If seniors exercise incorrectly they can cause great harm. Here are the right exercises for seniors.

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The Aging Eye – Macular Degeneration vs. Glaucoma

by Rita Ude on May 08, 2012 0 Comments

Eyesight changes are common with older age, but two diseases, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, can significantly affect the vision of seniors.

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Fall Prevention Exercises for Optimum Senior Health

by Doug Dickstein on May 07, 2012 0 Comments

Aging comes with some unfortunate physical circumstances. As we age, so does our ability to regain the control and balance we once had. If you’re 65 and up, your risk for falling changes, and increases with up to 45% of seniors falling every year. Many factors can contribute to falling, such as the risk of being overly medicated, the combination of medication and alcohol, hypotension and reduced vision and/or muscle control.

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May Is Older Americans Month

by Rita Ude on May 01, 2012 0 Comments

May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of senior citizens nationwide.

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70-year-old equestrian’s Olympic ‘miracle’

by Doug Dickstein on April 26, 2012 0 Comments

Four years ago, Japanese equestrian Hiroshi Hoketsu was the oldest Olympian to compete in the Beijing Olympics. On March 3rd, the 70-year-old rider made a bid to become the oldest competitor in London, too.

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Seniors Question Bargains

by Doug Dickstein on April 23, 2012 0 Comments

The Internet abounds with lists of deals to avoid, simply because they aren’t ‘deals’. We senior citizens know what that means. Someone or some ad suggests you will be getting a good deal or the deal of a lifetime. Retailers provide only the information they think they need to get your attention, and get you so overwhelmed with the goodness of the deal that you forget to ask the right questions. Kinda like politicians these days.

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Senior Programs in Beverly Hills

by Doug Dickstein on April 19, 2012 0 Comments

The City of Beverly Hills Community Services Department offers a colorful palette of programs and services for seniors. Art classes, computer classes, health, yoga, library services, group excursions and more. We provide a wonderful environment to nurture personal interest, learn something new and foster friendships.

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Preventing Nighttime Slips and Falls

by Rita Ude on April 17, 2012 1 Comment

One-third of adults over age 65 fall each year, and falls are the leading cause of injury death among seniors. These tips can reduce the risk of nighttime injuries.

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