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Reasons You Must Do Exercise Daily

Reasons You Must Do Exercise Daily

| June 1, 2020 | 0 Comments |

5 Reasons You Must Do Exercise Daily By Andy Asher In today’s modern era, everyone has a hectic schedule, and there is a shift towards a sedentary lifestyle. Now people tend to remain seated and do their work rather than being involved in the movement. There is hardly any scope of physical activity. It’s been […]

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Did Poaching Cause Pandemic?

Did Poaching Cause Pandemic?

| May 31, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 .  He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]

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What Millennials and Boomers can learn from each other during COVID-19

What Millennials and Boomers can learn from each other during COVID-19

| May 31, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 .  He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]

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AGELESS STARTUP:  Start A Business At Any Age

AGELESS STARTUP:  Start A Business At Any Age

| May 31, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 .  He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]

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GENERATE WINNING IDEAS ON DEMAND

GENERATE WINNING IDEAS ON DEMAND

| May 31, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]

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True wealth — The kind that only comes from self-empowered healthy living

True wealth — The kind that only comes from self-empowered healthy living

| May 31, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]

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Jonah Engler’s Perspective on the Importance to Give Kids a Wellness Boost

Jonah Engler’s Perspective on the Importance to Give Kids a Wellness Boost

| May 30, 2020 | 0 Comments |

The very feeling of wellbeing is crucial to a kid’s overall health, allowing him or her to overcome difficulties and attaining what they desire out of life. Experiences in the past, outlook, and attitudes can affect the well-being, as emotional or physical trauma can follow specific incidents. Kids with developmental and learning disorders are likely […]

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What Returning To Normal Is Like

What Returning To Normal Is Like

| May 20, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer editor and video game enthusiast Andy Asher brings a modern way of viewing life, learning and sharing with his community of people over 55 . He is a thinker, a biker, athlete, grandpa, adventurer, thought leader and partner who explores modern life with friends and followers over 55. Follow Andy on YouTube, Facebook, […]

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Crazy Grandpa Andy Learns Fortnite Battle Royale From Video Coach

Crazy Grandpa Andy Learns Fortnite Battle Royale From Video Coach

| May 3, 2020 | 0 Comments |

    In this this game, Andy Asher plays Battle Royale while he chat with his video game coach Dylan. Andy Asher…editor at BloomerBoomer.com. Before Covid-19 turned things upside down… everyone seemed to have a coach in their life… I have a team of coaches to help me become a video game ninja. On todays […]

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Seniors With COVID-19 Show Unusual Symptoms, Doctors Say

Seniors With COVID-19 Show Unusual Symptoms, Doctors Say

| April 25, 2020 | 0 Comments |

This disease is so mysterious.  It’s all we can do to know as much as we can about it. Older adults with COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus, have several “atypical” symptoms, complicating efforts to ensure they get timely and appropriate treatment, according to physicians. https://khn.org/news/seniors-with-covid-19-show-unusual-symptoms-doctors-say/

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Poker Doctor Partners With Crazy Grandpa Andy Battle Royale

Poker Doctor Partners With Crazy Grandpa Andy Battle Royale

| April 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Hey Everyone…Crazy Grandpa Andy here as I’m known in the video gaming world…you can call me Andy. Today it will be me in Battle Royale with my poker playing doctor and virtual partner James Magner., M.D. Also how he thanked his wife for his half million dollar poker winnings We’ll do that in a second. […]

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Pro Wrestler Plus  Andy Play Battle Royale

Pro Wrestler Plus Andy Play Battle Royale

| April 17, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Hi…I’m Crazy Grandpa Andy as I’m known among the gaming community….You can call me Andy. Check out WWE Wrestling Yoga edition today and I play Fornites Battle Royale with my virtual partner Diamond Dallas Page and his amazing story about the heights and the depths of pro wrestling, Crazy Grandpa Andy is joined in the […]

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How Do We Take The Next Step

How Do We Take The Next Step

| April 13, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Sooner or later we will have to begin moving on. https://khn.org/news/how-do-we-exit-the-shutdown-hire-an-army-of-public-health-workers/

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Why Scammers Use Gift Cards to Steal Your Money

Why Scammers Use Gift Cards to Steal Your Money

| April 7, 2020 | 0 Comments |

As hard as we try to stop it, there will always be a scammer out there inventing novel ways to steal our money.  We have all received a wide variety of scam phone calls, and most of them end with demands for immediate payment, often using what may seem to most of us as strange […]

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Hollywood Starlet Edition of Battle Royale

Hollywood Starlet Edition of Battle Royale

| April 3, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Hi…I’m Crazy Grandpa Andy as I’m known among the gaming community….You can call me Andy. In todays edition of Fortnite Battle Royal Kathalynn Turner Davis is my virtual player partner in my thrilling adventure of survival and victory. The excitement of the game is heightened further by her stories of growing up when she ditched […]

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Roundup: The Latest in 55+ and Senior Living Coronavirus News

Roundup: The Latest in 55+ and Senior Living Coronavirus News

| March 31, 2020 | 0 Comments |

How could we ignore this timely advice. 1. Everything You Need to Know About Senior Living Coronavirus Concerns The coronavirus outbreak is a health and safety concern for all of us. But as recent media reports have shown, older adults are at even greater risk than the rest of the population. “The overwhelming weight of […]

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5 Hoaxes To Watch Out For

5 Hoaxes To Watch Out For

| March 25, 2020 | 0 Comments |

5 Email Scams and Hoaxes for Boomers to Avoid Email used to be a place where you could send messages to your friends and family, receive pictures, or do work remotely. However, scammers have found a way to invade the private space of your email, and the consequences could be disastrous. Always be cautious of […]

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Beware of Covid -19 Scams

Beware of Covid -19 Scams

| March 24, 2020 | 0 Comments |

By Andy Asher Coronavirus is bringing with it scam artists targeting the most vulnerable in the country. Worse yet, these are older adults who are often more susceptible to the virus. The good news is friends and family can help make sure their loved one does not become a victim of these dishonest underhanded criminals […]

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Does Everyone Over 60 Need To Take The Same Coronavirus Precautions?

Does Everyone Over 60 Need To Take The Same Coronavirus Precautions?

| March 24, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Should I get tested?  A question my 36 year old daughter asked herself and answered by getting tested, ow awaiting the results.  As we age, it’s a question that comes up more often. She knew it wasn’t a good idea and her daughter would disapprove. Nonetheless, Barbara Figge Fox, 79, recently went to four stores […]

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Covid-19 Scams Attorney Advice

Covid-19 Scams Attorney Advice

| March 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Melissa Negrin-Wiener, partner at Genser Cona Elder Law about Senior Scams Are on the Rise: Tips to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones Have you ever received a suspicious phone call or email? Your parents or […]

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Boomers Embrace Their Cannabis

Boomers Embrace Their Cannabis

| March 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Aging Expert, Lisa Cini about a Marijuana Survey that Shows Boomer’s Embracing Cannabis & CBD With 9 in 10 Americans favoring legalization of Marijuana for recreation or medicinal purposes and New York weeks away from a […]

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Retirement Living With Cannabis

Retirement Living With Cannabis

| March 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

By Andy Asher   Planned retirement communities in America will never be the same as baby boomers start asking to bring along their marijuana, CBD and even a greenhouse to grow it. Some of the folks who design and build these desirable communities are already planning for it.  Cannabis Use Study One leading firm Mosaic Design […]

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‘The Office’ cast members share their favorite cold opens for 15th anniversary

‘The Office’ cast members share their favorite cold opens for 15th anniversary

| March 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

To is too fun to ignore.  It’s been 15 years since the pilot of The Office aired on NBC (March 24, 2005), and after all this time the show remains one of the greatest comedies in television history. To celebrate The Office ‘s milestone anniversary, former co-stars Jenna Fischer (Pam Beesly) and Angela Kinsey (Angela […]

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2020 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment

2020 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment

| March 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

What to Know About 2020 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment By Lindsay Engle, Medicare Expert, MedicareFAQ If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, you now have a one-time chance to change your coverage. During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, you can sign up for a different Medicare Advantage plan. Or, you can enroll in traditional […]

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The Voice of The Silent Generation

The Voice of The Silent Generation

| March 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

This opinion piece reminds us the importance of learning from generations above us.  Forget “talking ‘bout my generation”, as The Who sang. People in one generation often like talking about other generations. I’m not a Baby Boomer. I’m a member of Generation X, a generation named for an underused consonant that implies something at best […]

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First Edition: March 20, 2020

First Edition: March 20, 2020

| March 20, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations. More than half the counties in America have no intensive care beds, posing a particular danger for more than 7 million people who are age 60 and up ― older patients who face the highest risk of serious illness or […] Click here to view original […]

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More Choosing Preventive Medicine

More Choosing Preventive Medicine

| March 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Why are more people resorting to preventive medicine? In matters of health, it’s always good to follow the old-school proverb, which says – “prevention is better than cure”! The 21st century world is replete with diseases of all kinds. Most of these diseases occur because of a lack of balance in sleeping and eating. People […]

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Slip and Fall Accidents While Shopping

Slip and Fall Accidents While Shopping

| March 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Avoiding Slip and Fall Accidents While Shopping by David Perecman, Founder and Lead Trial Attorney at The Perecman Firm P.L.L.C. Even though the hustle and bustle of the holidays are over, shops are likely to remain just as busy with many seeking to make exchanges, returns, and take advantage of end-of-season sales. Of those who […]

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Guide to Paddle Boarding for When You Are 50+

Guide to Paddle Boarding for When You Are 50+

| March 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Beginner’s Guide to Paddle Boarding for When You Are 50+ It is safe to assume that everyone would love to be fit in their golden years. Not only is it good for your health, but it is also nice to feel strong and energetic. As you get older, it gets harder to do most of […]

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A Guide to Dating in Your 50s

A Guide to Dating in Your 50s

| March 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Dating usually comes with complications of its own, but if you’re newly re-entering the dating scene, you might have some additional reservations. However, dating in your 50’s can be a fun and exciting experience if done with the right intentions! If you’re ready to get back on the saddle but aren’t sure how to go about […]

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2020 Dieting Guide At Any Age

2020 Dieting Guide At Any Age

| March 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

2020 Dieting Guide  By Pamela Riggs, MS, RDN, CSOWM, MarinHealth. Sticking to losing weight after making it a New Year’s resolution is no easy feat. According to U.S. News, 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by March. For those looking to hit the reset button and get on track to a healthy lifestyle, it’s important to […]

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First Edition: March 19, 2020

First Edition: March 19, 2020

| March 19, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Everything is changing so fast.  Here is the latest.  Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations. As COVID-19 cases spread across the nation, disrupting daily routines for theliving,growingnumbers of U.S. businesses and families are changing how they deal with the dead.Funeral homes — already well-versed in ways to prevent disease — are implementing […]

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‘A Socio-Economic Tsunami’: How The World Is Dealing With Pandemic

‘A Socio-Economic Tsunami’: How The World Is Dealing With Pandemic

| March 18, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Volunteers clean as a precaution against the new coronavirus at Wat Traimit temple in Bangkok, Thailand, on Wednesday. Thailand’s government has enacted stronger measures to combat the spread of COVID-19. The U.S. and Canada were reportedly working out an agreement to limit non-essential travel across their mutual border, as […] Click here to view original […]

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Explore the Pillars of Functional Medicine & the Significance of Chiropractic Care in Functional Medicine

Explore the Pillars of Functional Medicine & the Significance of Chiropractic Care in Functional Medicine

| March 17, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Often doctors prescribe a couple of aspirins and ask the patient to call back in the morning. What if your doctor instead of suggesting a quick remedy, sits down with you discussing all aspects of your lifestyle? That is precisely what functional medicine doctors would be doing if you approach them with a health issue. […]

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98.6 Not The Normal Body Temperature Anymore

98.6 Not The Normal Body Temperature Anymore

| March 17, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Surprise to me.  I always thought 98.6 was the gold standard for a healthy person.  Not so.  Body temperature can vary by sex, size, age, time of day it’s taken and other factors.(BSIP / Universal Images Group) More recently, researchers have known normal body temperature is actually lower than 98.6 and can vary by gender, […]

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First Edition: March 16, 2020

First Edition: March 16, 2020

| March 16, 2020 | 0 Comments |

With events changing by the day, here is the latest on coronavirus and related matters. Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations. In the midst of a global health crisis that has disrupted daily life and heightened anxieties for millions of Americans, former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on […]

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Sailing Ocean Fox

Sailing Ocean Fox

| March 15, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Simon and Carla about Sailing Ocean Fox Simon Simon comes from Gloucestershire in the west of England. After finishing school Simon studied the technical aspects of the theatre and stage design at Bristol Old Viv Theatre […]

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NOT EXACTLY RETIRED

NOT EXACTLY RETIRED

| March 15, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to David Jarmul about how Americans approaching retirement can redefine their lives and find new fulfillment by pursuing international adventure and service instead of drifting in their familiar jobs. That’s the message of NOT EXACTLY RETIRED. Author […]

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The Struggle To Keep Vulnerable Seniors Safe In A Large Coronavirus Cluster

The Struggle To Keep Vulnerable Seniors Safe In A Large Coronavirus Cluster

| March 15, 2020 | 0 Comments |

This is good information. National Guard personnel stand beside a line of motorists waiting for COVID-19 coronavirus infection testing New Rochelle, N.Y., on Friday. On a spring morning, Jamie Fields and her mom Joyce Collins are standing outside a grocery store in New Rochelle, N.Y., arguing over how to stay safe. “She’s very […] Click […]

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No-Touch Greetings Take Off: People Are Getting Creative About Saying ‘Hi’

No-Touch Greetings Take Off: People Are Getting Creative About Saying ‘Hi’

| March 15, 2020 | 0 Comments |

I had a business meeting yesterday and I learned about social distancing.  Between me and my meeting partner, he greeted me with forearm bump and our meeting ended with a fist bump.  Practicing social distancing and getting creative with no-touch greetings are key methods to curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus. The way the […]

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First Edition: March 12, 2020

First Edition: March 12, 2020

| March 12, 2020 | 0 Comments |

I am not sure exactly when I realized this is a really big deal.  Now we are seeing  nearly everyone has made that conclusion and are taking action that we can categorize as drastic at least from my terms of reference.  Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations. As the novel coronavirus continues […]

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3D Housing Homeless And Needy Seniors

3D Housing Homeless And Needy Seniors

| March 9, 2020 | 0 Comments |

There will be a time when providing affordable homes for seniors and homeless will be so simple, the only barrier is finding available land.  Icon’s Vulcan II 3D printer for homes on a job site in Austin, Texas where it was 3D printing a series of six homes for formerly homeless individuals. (Courtesy of Icon) […]

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Daniel Craig Let Loose  as James Bond on ‘SNL’

Daniel Craig Let Loose as James Bond on ‘SNL’

| March 9, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Daniel Craig has made for a good James Bond.  How do you feel about it?  Won’t every actor to compared against Sean Connery?  James Bond gets to fly around the world and attend cool parties, but rarely does the fictitious spy ever get to enjoy his international vacations. That changed on this week’s Saturday Night […]

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Trump Administration Announces New Scrutiny Of Nursing Homes

Trump Administration Announces New Scrutiny Of Nursing Homes

| March 5, 2020 | 0 Comments |

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is ordering health inspectors to focus on infection-control practices at nursing homes and hospitals, particularly those where coronavirus infections have been identified among patients or in the community, CMS Administrator Seema Verma announced Wednesday. “We are hyperfocused on infection control right now,” […] Click here to view original […]

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Coronavirus Stress Test

Coronavirus Stress Test

| March 4, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Everywhere we look now, hygiene is being adhered to more than ever.  Why of course is because we are learning how coronavirus spreads. Long before the novel coronavirus made its surprise appearance, the nation’s nursing homes were struggling to obey basic infection prevention protocols designed to halt the spread of viruses and bacteria they battle […]

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Wheel the World helps people with physical disabilities enjoy their vacations

Wheel the World helps people with physical disabilities enjoy their vacations

| March 2, 2020 | 0 Comments |

I don’t travel anywhere without giving at least some thought to how I will get around in places I want to visit.  Any when your not as mobile as you have always been, I give it a lot more thought.  Traveling isn’t just about the destination. Carry On is our series devoted to how we […]

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Drinking Fresh-Pressed Juice

Drinking Fresh-Pressed Juice

| March 2, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Unless your tummy tells you otherwise, what’s not to like about drinking fresh juice.  It’s all good right?  That’s what intrigued my about this story. It’s going to be warm again before we know it, and you can find us channeling our inner Lizzo with a nice, tall glass of freshly pressed juice all summer. […]

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Positive Thinking

Positive Thinking

| March 1, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to David Essel, new leader of the Positive Thinking Movement. He says, someone would’ve asked me 40 years ago what my life would look like at age 62, it would’ve been a far cry from the way […]

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Find a real relationship for $0 on these non-corny free dating sites

Find a real relationship for $0 on these non-corny free dating sites

| February 27, 2020 | 0 Comments |

If you use a dating site they can get a little pricey.  Before you jump into using a premium dating site like Match or Eharmony try these free destinations.  Remember your soulmate is priceless. Sure. But do you have to use a paid site to find a real relationship? Does a monthly fee really weed […]

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How to stop caring what people think about you

How to stop caring what people think about you

| February 26, 2020 | 0 Comments |

For most kids growing up, being accepted by their peers was always the most important thing on the school yard.  As we get older is takes on different versions but at some point does anyone worry about it anymore. Around 11 p.m. every night, I lie alone with my thoughts and contemplate the very worst […]

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Self-published authors are actually making a living. Here’s how.

Self-published authors are actually making a living. Here’s how.

| February 24, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Bloomer Boomer interviews many authors and book publishers because some many people in our community are writing books.  For authors hoping to make extra income, there is good news. If you google the words “self-publishing stigma,” you’ll find enough material to fill a book. The search results for this phrase are packed with articles and […]

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Does Alzheimer’s Treatment Seem Like White Whale

Does Alzheimer’s Treatment Seem Like White Whale

| February 24, 2020 | 0 Comments |

We have written many articles about Alzheimer’s treatments and cures and the single message is that an actual cure is a long way away, maybe never.  But progress is regularly being noted.     Some experts say the groundwork is now, finally, being laid for future therapies. New approaches are being explored, and awareness of […]

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Take A Pill For It! — Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease

Take A Pill For It! — Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease

| February 24, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com visits with Martin Tolar, MD, Ph.D., Founder, President & CEO at Alzheon, Inc. Dr. Tolar was recognized by The Medicine Maker Magazine’s Power List 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People […]

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Medicare Complacency

Medicare Complacency

| February 23, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Don’t Hold Back From A Decision By Andy Asher When newcomers to Medicare first jump in, it seems complex and vexing until everything sinks in and then its possible to start appreciating it and realizing “it ain’t so bad after all,” explains Bart Astor author of the best-selling book, Baby Boomers Guide to Caring for […]

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Actress and former Guiding Light soap star Tina Sloan Our Guest On Boomer TV

Actress and former Guiding Light soap star Tina Sloan Our Guest On Boomer TV

| February 14, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Tina Sloan about her new book, Chasing Cleopatra. Actress and former Guiding Light soap star Tina Sloan has released Chasing Cleopatra: A Novel of Love, Betrayal and Suspense. Sloan takes tales of devilish and dangerous romances […]

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THE HAIRCUT WHO WOULD BE KING

THE HAIRCUT WHO WOULD BE KING

| February 13, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Robert Trebor, an accomplished character actor widely recognized for playing a fictional salesman, Salmoneus, in the cult hit series Hercules: The Legendary Journeys and Xena: Warrior Princess, and a real-life serial killer, David Berkowitz, a/k/a the […]

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HARDINESS: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals

HARDINESS: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals

| February 9, 2020 | 0 Comments |

HARDINESS: Ability to Resist The Damaging Effects of Stress How is it that some people are overwhelmed by the slightest disruption or change in their lives, while others seem to make it through catastrophes relatively unscathed? Or that two people, experiencing the exact same event can react in completely different ways? “Hardiness—your ability to resist […]

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When Your Husband Has Prostate Cancer…

When Your Husband Has Prostate Cancer…

| February 7, 2020 | 0 Comments |

By Shelly Gordon Women whose husbands receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer are often the ones who swing into action, research treatment options, advise their husbands, and offer emotional support before, during and after treatment.  And unlike wives of husbands who may be fighting heart disease or diabetes, couples confronting prostate cancer face a delicate […]

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Medicare Vision Coverage Update

Medicare Vision Coverage Update

| February 7, 2020 | 0 Comments |

By Dave Rich Is Policy Change Likely? According to a study by University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, 92 percent of Medicare beneficiaries use eyeglasses. Despite this overwhelming percentage, Medicare does not cover routine vision care. Meanwhile, the average American spends more than five hours a day staring into a smartphone, and researchers are finding […]

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The New Hampshire Newspaper Publisher Who Became the ‘Political Godmother’ of the Modern Right

The New Hampshire Newspaper Publisher Who Became the ‘Political Godmother’ of the Modern Right

| February 7, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Either way, Buchanan’s address was one of several factors that made the 1992 GOP convention a pivotal moment for the political right—and it might not have happened without Nackey’s activism. Buchanan understood this. Shortly before the convention, he asked the organizers if Nackey could introduce him. She would, he […] Click here to view original […]

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Our Oscars Algorithm Predicted the Best Picture Winner. Tell Us Your Guesses, Too

Our Oscars Algorithm Predicted the Best Picture Winner. Tell Us Your Guesses, Too

| February 7, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Predicting the winners for the Academy Awards is very risky based on past winners for Best Picture.  Even after more than a half-century of make predictions, your chances of being right are very low. We’re still not over it. Last year, we used high-octane statistics to predict the winner of the Academy Award for Best […]

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Tough Love Fitness Lesson

Tough Love Fitness Lesson

| February 6, 2020 | 0 Comments |

A retired Navy SEAL says burpees are a key to fitness if you don’t have time for the gym This former Navy SEAL explains to me in very simple terms about how to stay in shape.  But he practices what I call tough love.  He says don’t wait for motivation.  Instead learn discipline.  It’s tough […]

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‘I Knew Inevitably It Would Betray You.’ James Taylor on Avoiding the Trap of Celebrity

‘I Knew Inevitably It Would Betray You.’ James Taylor on Avoiding the Trap of Celebrity

| February 6, 2020 | 0 Comments |

His voice is calming and sweet.  As a listener, you cherish the moment to simply listen to his words.  It’s a dreary afternoon, so James Taylor is building us a fire. First he drags a bucket of kindling into the living room of his sprawling western Massachusetts house. Then he kneels on the rug in […]

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Hollywood icon Kirk Douglas dead at 103

Hollywood icon Kirk Douglas dead at 103

| February 6, 2020 | 0 Comments |

He is the last of the Hollywood greats.  I would be hard pressed to name another actor with his rugged good looks. And he lived until 103.  Even after suffering a stroke.  I enjoyed all his movies.  Kirk Douglas, the intense, muscular actor with the dimpled chin who starred in “Spartacus,” “Lust for Life” and […]

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Poker Shark Doctor

Poker Shark Doctor

| February 6, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Sharks And Fish At The Poker Table By Andy Asher In the world of poker, sharks are on the lookout for a fish. The documentaries show sharks as outstanding hunters in the ocean and the poker table too. When Dr. James Magner at age 68,  first sauntered up to a poker table back in 2007 […]

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MODERN CAREGIVERS ARE YOUNGER AND DIGITALLY SAVVY

MODERN CAREGIVERS ARE YOUNGER AND DIGITALLY SAVVY

| February 5, 2020 | 0 Comments |

  At an average age of 42, today’s caregivers are relatively evenly split between men and women (47% men/53% women) who work the equivalent of a second, unpaid full-time job focused exclusively on managing caregiving responsibilities for families and loved ones. A new study released today by Cambia Health Solutions titled, “Wired for Care: The New […]

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6 of the best cheap robot vacuum cleaners in the UK

6 of the best cheap robot vacuum cleaners in the UK

| February 5, 2020 | 0 Comments |

I haven’t purchased one of these because I’m living in a temporary apartment and it seems too small for one of these. But from everyone who casually mentions they use and love their robot vacuum, I am giving it serious thoughts.  The article is right.  They are very expensive. Robot vacuums can get pretty pricey, […]

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Stephen Colbert goes to absolute town on Iowa caucus voting app disaster

Stephen Colbert goes to absolute town on Iowa caucus voting app disaster

| February 5, 2020 | 0 Comments |

A lot of people will be asking the same question.  What happened?  After-all for months eyes have been on the Iowa primary eagerly awaiting how the Democratic candidates stack up against one another.  By now, some 24 hours later, there is still doubt.  We can only hope now that our states and voting officials have […]

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Fiasco Tries to Make Iran-Contra a Teachable Moment

Fiasco Tries to Make Iran-Contra a Teachable Moment

| February 4, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Left to right: Oliver North, Ted Koppel in front of the White House in 1985. (Getty) Subscribe These are boom times for multitasking, boom times for alienation, and, thus, boom times for content . Audiences need entertainment (give me more to do with my phone!) and capital has made […] Click here to view original […]

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The Scary Reason Why 40% of Millennials May Not Be Able to Retire on Time — or At All

The Scary Reason Why 40% of Millennials May Not Be Able to Retire on Time — or At All

| February 4, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Retiring on Social Security alone may seem feasible until you realize that the average senior today collects just $18,000 a year in benefits from the program. That’s hardly enough to cover basics like housing, healthcare, transportation, food, and other such essentials, and it’s certainly not enough to provide a […] Click here to view original […]

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Safe Sex Valentines

Safe Sex Valentines

| February 3, 2020 | 0 Comments |

By Andy Asher In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com discusses Safe Sex Valentines with Dr. Dudley Danoff, a urologist and author of The Ultimate Guide to Male Sexual Health. Going to the Source Wouldn’t it be great having a reliable go-to source about sex? […]

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10 Best Places To Retire Overseas

10 Best Places To Retire Overseas

| February 3, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Annual Index: World’s Top 10 Retirement Destinations for 2020 Author and Retirement Expert Kathleen Peddicord Compares International Destinations  in 15 Categories, Including Cost of Living, Real Estate Affordability, Health Care Paris, France – Live and Invest Overseas, the leading overseas investment, real estate and retirement resource for more than 500,000 people around the world, today announced the 10 best […]

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Six Ways to Be a Healthier, Sexier Valentine

Six Ways to Be a Healthier, Sexier Valentine

| February 1, 2020 | 0 Comments |

 By Dr. Dudley Seth Danoff The sexiest, most romantic day of the year Are you in peak sexual condition? Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with a longtime partner or someone new, take steps to be a healthy valentine this year. Sex is a fantastic way to combat stress, improve cardiovascular health, and enhance emotional well-being, […]

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Suzy Starts Her Rock ‘n Roll Adventure At 50+

Suzy Starts Her Rock ‘n Roll Adventure At 50+

| February 1, 2020 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Suzy. With an amazing rocker voice, she launches her singing career when most people have long ago given up on their dreams. Forget the bedroom, she took her rock fantasy out of the band room. After […]

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Doc The Poker Guy

Doc The Poker Guy

| January 8, 2020 | 0 Comments |

“Seeking Hidden Treasures: A Collection of Curious Tales and Essays,” a collection of mystery short stories and essays that explore luck and odd occurrences through the lens of faith. Humorous, heartfelt and cleverly composed, each of the twelve short stories and five essays invites readers along on a hunt for riches, both material and spiritual. […]

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Robo Advisor – Right For You?

Robo Advisor – Right For You?

| January 7, 2020 | 0 Comments |

Charles Schwab just announced they think they have a solution utilizing Robo advisors, and its platform is expected to launch in January 2020. Is their solution unique? Is this announcement a big deal, and why? Is Robo investing options the way to go? Is a coordinated retirement income approach that is similar to what they […]

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Mental Health Help Online — MindCare

Mental Health Help Online — MindCare

| December 16, 2019 | 0 Comments |

In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of Bloomer Boomer talks to Jeff Williams – CEO, MindPath Care Centers. All of the services at MindPath Care Centers are aimed at providing the best mindcare for you. “Mindcare” includes everything you need to improve and protect your emotional, […]

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THE BEST PEOPLE: A Tale of Trials and Errors

THE BEST PEOPLE: A Tale of Trials and Errors

| November 19, 2019 | 0 Comments |

In a stunning debut novel, Marc Grossberg portrays post-millennium Houston as it is, a glitzy place full of larger-than-life characters where anyone can make it. It is the landscape where the country-club and café-society sets clash amidst clever legal maneuvering, big law firm politics, a Ponzi scheme and judicial corruption. Only someone withthe experience of being […]

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Malt is the “Forgotten” Natural, Plant-based Sweetener

Malt is the “Forgotten” Natural, Plant-based Sweetener

| November 1, 2019 | 0 Comments |

ByPeeyush Maheshwari, PhD Malt is not just for milkshakes anymore….. It’s the “Forgotten” Natural, Plant-based, Functional Sweetener – Packing Powerful Nutritional Benefits. As Americans struggle to curb sugar consumption and avoid artificial chemical substitutes, they are increasingly craving the latest information on the best natural alternatives available to them. While the origin of malt can […]

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How to Prevent a Multigenerational Home Thermostat War This Winter

How to Prevent a Multigenerational Home Thermostat War This Winter

| November 1, 2019 | 0 Comments |

By Andrew Armstrong Multigenerational households are on the rise with a record one-in-five Americans living in homes shared by multiple adult generations, inevitably leading to various domestic conflicts – including home temperature. Increasing home, child care, assisted living and nursing home costs, college debt, longer life expectancies, and the growth of ethnic communities are all […]

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