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Son of an NFL Great Shares His Personal Truth | BloomerBoomer
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Michael McCormack the son of a vaunted National Football League players and coach and the story he shares is an unglamorous side of being the son of a football great. Michael talks about his memories and […]
Ready To Be My Own Boss Leads In Guidant Financial’s Report On Baby Boomers in Business
More than half of all small business owners are age 50+ The world might be asking baby boomers about their retirement plans, but an increasing number of boomers are opting to start their own small businesses instead, according to a survey from small business financing company Guidant Financial. The company surveyed more than 2,600 small […]
How to Retire Overseas: Everything You Need to Know to Live Well — Kathleen Peddicord
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com visits with Boomer TV’s most popular guest, highest number of downloads, Kathleen Peddicord with the updated version of her most popular book, How To Retire Overseas: Everything You Need To Live Well (for less) Abroad. This definitive step-by-step […]
International Living Mexico Real Estate 3 Myths Debunked
Mexico Real Estate: 3 Myths Debunked— Mexico has long been a top choice for North Americans buying property overseas, but there are misconceptions surrounding Mexican real estate. A new report from the editors at International Living sets the record straight. Source: Internationalliving.com As many as 1 million U.S. and Canadian citizens already call Mexico home, […]
Your Best Age is Now: Living Your Best Life, Taking Control — Dr. Robi Ludwig | BloomerBoomer
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com visits with Dr. Robi Ludwig PsyD, a nationally known psychotherapist, and award-winning reporter. She has been appearing on broadcast media since 1997 and is sought after for her psychological insights on a wide range of topics. She is […]
7 Steps To Inner Power — Dr. Tae Yun Kim | BloomerBoomer
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Dr. Tae Yun Kim. She proclaims how “Amazing things can happen if you are willing to step outside the lines you draw in your own mind,” Dr. Kim proclaims. SEVEN STEPS TO INNER POWER is a […]
Hatch Chile Festival: St Francis DE Sales Church
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com shares his discovery about the Hatch Chile Festival held every Labor Day in the small town of Hatch New Mexico. Andy talks with Celeste Zimmerman who owns the historic St. Francis De Sales Church in Hatch New Mexico […]
Visiting Edinburgh Festivals | BloomerBoomer
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com discovers what makes Edinburgh, Scotland the festival capital of the world. Andy speaks to Rhian Evans who has attended all the festivals and owns one of the most exciting places to stay if you love the outdoors. Edinburgh […]
Hope Means Mental Health Awareness Month 2018
In this episode of “Boomer TV: Embrace Age, Empower Dreams Embrace Life,” Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer talks to a brave and courageous author Suzanne Ludlum on this Mental Health Awareness Month. Suzanne allows viewers into the most intimate and tragic moments of her life while she finds hope in the pathways that were key […]
Beware of The Madoffs Among Us
Bernie Madoff, the perpetrator of one of the largest financial scams in history is in prison for the rest of his life. Unfortunately, there are thousands of others who emulate his behavior and are an ever-threatening presence in our society. No one really knows just how much money is stolen from Americans each year. More […]
Get Happy Then Get Thin?
Put Happiness First. The Pounds Will Start to Slide Off “I’m so unhappy because I can’t get thin.” If you believe this, you’re setting yourself up for a tremendous amount of frustration and disappointment. That’s because it simply is not true that being thin will make you, or anybody, happy. From a neurological and biochemical […]
Flexibility and Adaptability: Critical to a Fulfilling Retirement
The following is an excerpt from the new book, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers, by Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D. In the book, Dr. Geber highlights many ways single and childless older adults can plan for a safe, secure, and meaningful retirement. Adaptability and flexibility are two traits of successful Solo Agers, but everyone could […]
Robin Williams: Older White Men With Depression
If you tried to create a profile of someone at high risk of committing suicide, one likely example would look like this: A middle-aged or older white male toward the end of a successful career, who suffers from a serious medical problem as well as chronic depression and substance abuse, who recently completed treatment for […]
Yoga on the Yellow Brick Road – Alan Steelman
A former member of the U. S. Congress (R-TX) and global management consultant, Alan Steelman achieved much political and business success. He is guided by his own personal North Star; his mantras in life are “Be not inhospitable to strangers, they might be angels in disguise” and “whatever you have done to the least of […]
One Woman’s Fight To Provide Water
In this episode of Boomer TV: Embrace Life, Empower Dreams, Embrace Age, Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Sarina Prabasi. A one-woman force behind a movement to providing the most basic of human needs “Water”. Sarina is CEO of Water Aid America with a mission to provide water to the poor and impoverished people […]
Baby Boomer Divorce – Protecting Your Retirement Income
In this episode of Boomer TV: Embrace Life, Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Sally Boyle, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, about Divorce and how a Baby Boomer can protect their assets and Retirement income. There is no prescribed path to ending a marriage. There are many […]
Power of Therapy From The East and West
In this episode of Boomer TV: Embrace Life, Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer.com talks to Dr. Pilar Jennings (Author & Psychoanalyst), about the power of Buddhism and Psychotherapy with east and west. In this psychoanalytic memoir, Dr. Jennings invites the reader into the treatment of her first patient. The client came […]
The Bucket list for a Deep Meaningful Chapter of Life
From “The Bucket List” to Your Bucket List By Andy Asher Why A Bucket List For Life Makes Sense Do you have visions of what’s next in life? Is there unfinished business you want to accomplish? In 2007 a movie starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson resulted in a ‘catch-phrase’ still being used by practically […]
WellCare’s New Survey Reveals Aging Parents and Substance Abuse
Adults Now More Concerned About Substance Abuse in Aging Parents Than in Their Kids by Kevin Middleton, Psy.D., vice president, behavioral health programs, WellCare. You may remember a time when you had to have “the talk” with your kids about the risks of drugs and alcohol. It likely wasn’t the most favorite of conversations but, […]
5 Best Caribbean Islands to Live On… and 2 to Avoid
5 Best Caribbean Islands to Live On… and 2 to Avoid By Nazareen Heazle, Editorial Director, International Living. Mention the word “Caribbean” and most people think of places like Aruba, the Turks and Caicos, the Bahamas, and other tourist-rich dollops of sand. The region conjures well-deserved images of crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches. And there’s […]
The Best Places in The World for Women
The Best Places in The World for Women By Nazareen Heazle But what’s it like for women over there? That’s a question we often get from women thinking of a retirement abroad. It’s an important question…and one we take seriously. In fact, most are surprised to learn that the majority of countries we talk about […]
New Recommendations Set the Standard for Dementia Care
New Recommendations Set the Standard for Dementia Care, But Not All Facilities Comply By Steven M. Levin Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia conditions impact about 5.5 million Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, and 220,000 of those people live in Illinois. Because the progression of dementia is unpredictable, individuals suffering from the symptoms, along with […]
Proven Benefits of Yoga for Baby Boomers | BloomerBoomer
In this episode of Boomer TV: Embrace Life, Embrace Age, Empower Dreams, Andy Asher, editor of BloomerBoomer talks to Tarra Mitchell, author of The Yoga Leadership about the benefits of yoga for baby boomers. Tarra Mitchell is integrating her distinctive background in yoga to contribute to the great conversation around baby boomers and consciousness. She […]
10 Mindfulness Exercises That Bring Us A Peaceful Mind
10 Mindfulness Exercises That Bring Us A Peaceful Mind By Andy Asher I always thought there was no big deal in turning 60. I was wrong. While younger, I thought the whole world could be mine and I consigned myself completely to my job and my family. The thing is, my life started happening so […]
4 Ways to Make Gig Work Less Taxing
4 Ways to Make Gig Work Less Taxing You enjoy the freedom and flexibility of work in the gig economy, right? Well, then, there are few things you’ll want to make sure you’re doing to keep your gig from causing you tax headaches in the future. Pay Estimated Taxes You probably don’t think about taxes […]
Top 20 Cities in America For LGBT Seniors
For the 2018 list a variety of factors were considered, including the following: percentage of LGBT population in the area, available social activities, festivals, weather, LGBT Chamber of Commerce presence, presence of gay-friendly senior communities, quality of healthcare, number of hospitals and pharmacies, local and state legislations protecting the LGBT community, cost of living, […]
Finding Romance Later in Life
Finding Romance Later in Life Finding romance at any stage of life can be complicated, but older singles face additional hurdles, from looking for love after divorce or widowhood to dealing with online dating for the first time. Kiplinger’s Retirement Report looks at the changing nature of the senior dating scene and provides tips on […]
Emotional Effects of Menopause are More Than the Bedroom: What Men Should Know
Emotional Effects of Menopause are More Than the Bedroom Mary Jo Rapini, LPC What Men Should Know When we talk about menopause we think of older women, hot flashes, irritability, night sweats, and a miserable time. Those symptoms are a reality for many women during this time. However, not all women experience the physical symptoms. […]
Mind Blowing Intimacy
Mind Blowing Intimacy Mary Jo Rapini, LPC One difficult phrase and concept that I try to get my clients to understand is “mind-blowing intimacy.” This is no surprise as we are inundated with “mind-blowing sex” on reality TV, in magazines, on the Internet, and in movies. “Mind-blowing sex” gets the highest media ratings, as well […]
Top Tips to Make the Most of Heart Health Month
Top Tips to Make the Most of Heart Health Month Heart Health Month welcomes the opportunity to share information and spread awareness on the global epidemic that is cardiovascular disease (CVD). According to the American Heart Association, 69% of men and 67% of women over the age of 60 have 1 or more types of […]
Holistic Well Being is Integral to Leadership Success
HOLISTIC WELL-BEING IS INTEGRAL TO LEADERSHIP SUCCESS New Book Praised by John Mackey, CEO of Whole Foods Market, Explores Intrinsic Connection Between Personal Well-Being and Leadership Abilities, Offers Approach Inspired by Techniques From Traditional Practice of Yoga Wellesley, MA – When we think about the qualities of an ideal leader, words like “decisive,” “charismatic,” “visionary”, […]
Jobs For Baby Boomers – The Gig Is Up
I am so excited about the launch of my new book, The Gig Is Up: Thrive in the Gig Economy, Where Old Jobs Are Obsolete and Freelancing Is the Future. For those who may be new to my books or ChunkofChange.com, I’d love to introduce myself, share a bit of my story and why I […]
Tips for Celebrating the Small Victories Along the Way
Tips for Celebrating the Small Victories Along the Way By Rachel Hershenberg, PhD When something good happens to you, are you quick to pick up your phone or computer or lovingly holler for your partner to come into the room so you can tell them all about it? Are you in the habit of celebrating […]
Can Anxiety Make You Fat?
Is Anxiety Making You Fat? Nancy Bryan, Ph.D. Can anxiety make you fat? The answer is an emphatic “Yes.” If someone finds it hard to accept this assertion, it may be because it’s hard to grasp how anything that seems to be occurring in the mind could make an apparently unrelated something happen in the […]
Live Your Empowered Life with One Minute Exercise
Live Your Empowered Life with One Minute Exercise By Ilchi Lee Although I’ve been fit and healthy since my youth, as I started to get older, I naturally felt the effects of aging—declining physical energy, muscle strength, reflexes, eyesight, and more. Having to deal with a busy schedule of reading dozens of reports, meeting numerous […]
Writing to Preserve & Revive Memory
Writing to Preserve & Revive Memory By Beth N. Carvin If you’re old enough to remember the John F. Kennedy assassination or the Cuban missile crisis, you’re probably realizing that your memory isn’t what it used to be. Indeed, the Centers for Disease Control has reported that one in eight Americans over the age of […]
Baby Boomer Women and the Dark Secret of Eating Disorders
Baby Boomer Women and the Dark Secret of Eating Disorders By Iris Ruth Pastor I don’t really know how many women in midlife suffer with an eating disorder. Dr. Cynthia Bulik, author of Midlife Eating Disorders, Your Journey to Recovery, notes that thirteen percent of women age fifty and above have an eating disorder, […]
Myths About Heart Disease Among Women
Nurse’s Instincts Help Uncover Her Heart Disease This month, National Heart Month, people across the country are making their heart health a priority. For women this is especially important because heart disease is often thought of as a man’s disease but it is actually the leading cause of death for women in the United States. […]
Chase Your Dream and Transform Your Life
Is it possible to work at a 9-to-5 job and also pursue your passions? How many of us have found ourselves stuck in life or at work and wondered, “is this really all there is?” In the inspiring and motivational new book, The Wrong Side of Comfortable: Chase Your Dream. Discover Your Potential. Transform Your […]
4 Myths About Migraines After 50
4-Myths About Migraines After 50 While most people will experience head pain at some point in their lives with varying frequency and intensity, many dismiss their symptoms as “just a headache.” But if you have head pain that’s so severe it interferes with daily tasks, and if it is associated with other symptoms like sensitivity […]
When I Say I’m Hot
When I Say I’m Hot By Barb DePree, MD, Ob/Gyn at Lakeshore Health Partners and Founder of MiddleSexMD Hot flashes. They’re the stereotypical symptom of menopause, the subject of T-shirts and mugs: “It’s not a hot flash, it’s a power surge.” But when you say to yourself or your partner, in an intimate moment, “I’m […]
Easy Tasty Diabetes Cookbook
Healthy, delicious AND only $5.00 per meal? What more could readers ask for? THE 12-WEEK DIABETES COOKBOOK, the latest meal-planning guide from TV and radio personality, food journalist, syndicated columnist, and best-selling author Linda Gassenheimer, is a clear and comprehensive cookbook for healthy and affordable meals that are diverse and simple to make. In her seventh collaboration with […]
Human Rejuvenation and Longevity – Inspired By Nature
Human Rejuvenation and Longevity – Inspired By Nature By Ira S. Pastor Introduction We currently live on a planet with many organisms which from a health and wellness perspective are much further advanced than human beings. Many lower organisms (i.e. amphibians, planarians) can replace lost or damaged organs and tissues that are identical in both […]
7 Steps For Reaching New Year’s Resolutions
Accomplishing New Year’s Resolutions Every year, people start looking towards the year ahead to try to better themselves. Most people are able to start out strong and use their motivation to change their habits, but by February 80% of resolutions have failed and people return to their last year behavior. This year, a few simple […]
Patti LaBelle – Booming And Wants Us To Boom Too
By Carolyn Rokke Patti Labelle, the Award-Winning Singer Patti LaBelle, the “Godmother of Soul,” has been singing since she was 5 years old, using the broom as a microphone, looking in the mirror and sounding good. Her mother told her she needed to sing in the choir and her response was “oh, no. I don’t […]
4 Ways To Beat Holiday Stress
Ways To Beat Holiday Stress The holidays are supposed to be relaxing, joyous and fun, but for millions of Americans they bring stress, anxiety and even depression. Numerous studies have shown upwards of 70 percent of Americans feeling stressed as Christmas bears down on them. A survey by Think Finance revealed that 45 percent of […]
Increasing Happiness After 50
Don’t let the ominous perception of “aging” – a lack of purpose, feeling irrelevant and under-used, having nothing to do – take control of you and your life. You have the power to change how you grow older. This book will show you how. Renowned psychotherapist and aging expert Andrea Brandt, PhD, MFT, helps you […]
For The Rookie Adventurer over 50
Hiking for Baby Boomers Getting into nature is a gateway to many rewards: increasingly better health, becoming a more interesting person and understanding what makes you happy. When preparing to trek into nature, sensibility is the watchword. Until you understand what kind of hiker you are and what kind of hike suits you, start with […]
How Long Would $1 Million Last a Couple in Retirement
How Long Would $1 million Last a Couple in Retirement By Nazareen Heazle, Editorial Director, International Living. One million dollars: It was once a huge aspirational monetary goal. However, these days, according to the AARP, having $1 million dollars is almost a necessity if you want to retire comfortably in the U.S. And that $1 […]
Does Medicare Cover Acupuncture?
Does Medicare Cover Acupuncture? By Danielle Kunkle Today’s market for alternative and integrative healthcare services is massive. NBC News reported in 2016 that Americans spent $30 billion in 2012 alone on treatments ranging from acupuncture to homeopathy. Many studies suggest that alternative approaches to healthcare can help with pain, healing, flexibility, inflammation and other types […]
Best Entry-Level Drones for Baby Boomer
Best Drones For The Older Geeks In 2017 -’18 Remote controlled toys have always been a favorite for baby boomers with a fanciful mind, but with the recent growth in the popularity of drones, our curious side is really in for a treat. Drones are being used for military operations, but can now be used […]
10 Proven Benefits of Yoga for Baby Boomers
Yoga For Everyone Over 50 Becoming 50+ can be a very exciting time. We can be whatever we want and feel like kids when the moon is following us wherever our car goes. We experiment with speaking what’s on our mind and find out, wow, nothing bad happens. We splurge and take a trips to Las […]
Male Sexual Health at Any Age
Male Sexual Health 1. Five Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer: A Quick Guide Male Sexual Health: In the last thirty years, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of cases of prostate cancer detected each year. This is due to the rising median age of our population as well as our ability to […]
Randi Brill at 60 Creator of Words of Wisdom for Business
Randi Brill After launching and leading three successful businesses, Randi Brill is thrilled to announce her latest venture, an inspirational quick-read book, 99 Creative WOWs—Words of Wisdom for Business that is ideal for those ready and eager to succeed NOW. Targeting recent graduates, young professionals, newly-minted entrepreneurs, business owners and creative thinkers, Randi offers succinct […]
Dental Health – Tipping Point for Boomers
Dr. Michael Tischler Poor dental health is a major issue for baby boomers. Many are on a fixed income, with little or no dental insurance coverage, and Medicare does not cover dental. For the lucky few who do have dental insurance, most find that they’re only covered for routine cleanings and are not covered for […]
Friendship Matters, the meaning of friendship is explored in the personal case study of two women
Friendship Matters – the New Prescription for Healthcare In their new book, Friendship Matters, two clinical psychologists and “best friends” celebrate the story, values and healing powers of friendship as they provide skill sets for developing and deepening those vibrant relationships. New York, NY – Over the last decades, medical research has shown that a significant predictor of […]
How Do I Get There From Here? Planning When The Old Rules No Longer Apply
Planning When The Old Rules No Longer Apply How Do I Get There From Here: A retirement of nonstop leisure is not just unreachable but for many, unaffordable and undesirable. Change – continuous and discontinuous – is happening faster than we can comprehend or adapt. This is the unpredictable New Normal. No one is immune. […]
Mardi Gras Bucket List Video
Bucket List Mardi Gras Mardi Gras History The origins of Mardi Gras can be traced to medieval Europe, passing through Rome and Venice in the 17th and 18th centuries to the French House of the Bourbons. From here, the traditional revelry of “Boeuf Gras,” or fatted calf, followed France to her colonies. On March 2, […]
Courage to Grow Older – Plus 50 Good Life Movement
COURAGEOUS AGING Good Life Movement: How old are you’ STOP – Don’t answer with your age! Instead, tune into how you feel. If you cringe at all, you’re like most Americans who buy into the myths and negative stereotypes about aging. And if you don’t, you’re more likely to age well, live a healthier, and […]
How to Get More from Your Doctor Appointments
10 Dos & Don’ts for Being an Informed Patient Even the healthiest of us can get a little nervous in the doctor’s office. As a result, we sometimes forget the very questions we came to ask or leave without fully understanding what the doctor just advised us to do. On top of it, doctor appointments […]
Talking Love & Money Over 50
According to the TD Bank Love & Money Survey, when looking back, the best advice Boomers would give their younger selves is not to wait to start saving or investing (61 percent). One-in-four (26 percent) would also caution there’s no rush to get married. While hindsight is 20/20, many Boomers are navigating a changing landscape […]
Breakthrough in Spinal Bracing to Relieve Pain for Millions of Seniors
advertorial Breakthrough in Spinal Bracing to Relieve Pain for Millions of Seniors Aspen Medical Products introduces Peak Scoliosis Bracing System for underserved segment of America’s aging population By Tom Manix, VP Marketing & Business Development for Aspen Medical Products One of the most untreated sources of back pain afflicting millions of Baby Boomers across the […]
Taking Comic Books Seriously Can Lead to Serious Money for Investors
Investing in comic books is becoming a hot trend. But the first step in making a profit on what some still think of as “kiddie fare” is to act like a kid and do your homework. Fueled by the prevalence of top-grossing movies featuring comic book characters and the increasing popularity of events like Comic […]
The Future of Healthcare is Here
What is the future of healthcare? Imagine this scenario: you place an order for medication, but instead of taking a week, it arrives in only a few hours. And instead of being delivered by a mail carrier, it is dropped off by a robot. This may seem like a scene out of a sci-fi movie, […]
Facial Fat Grafting: The Real Key to Reversing Aging
Facial Fat Grafting The biggest anti-aging breakthrough of the new millennium is here. Dr. Steven Cohen, the plastic surgeon at FACES+ has invented an injectable facial rejuvenation procedure that reverses the aging process by stimulating soft tissue, creating new blood vessels and combating inflammation. His secret weapon to this scientific breakthrough is fat grafting; unlike […]
Dating 101 for Single Boomers Over the Age of 50
They say life starts at 50. That can’t be truer now, especially when technology opened up doors for limitless possibilities. You can travel around the world, learn a new craft, live life and be happy. You can also start dating again conveniently. It’s never too late to fall in love. There are countless senior dating […]
From Stuff to Hoard: 4 Warning Signs
From Stuff to hoard? In my early twenties, I lived with a hoarder I’ll call Mae. When I moved in, I saw she had loads of stuff, and I knew instantly she was a poor housekeeper. It wasn’t until I moved out, however, that I realized Mae wasn’t just a person who had a neatness […]
5 Things A First-Time Investor Need to Know
Did you know two-thirds of middle-aged Americans say they’re going to delay their retirement. Why? Many say they have too much debt or not enough income. If you’re one of the many Americans behind on your retirement savings, there are various ways you can save for and fund retirement — like being an […]
Eating Disorder Recovery — Possible In Midlife
“As a teenager, I did not obsess about bingeing. I just did it on occasion.No big deal, I thought. As I got older, however – from my 20’s straight through my 50’s – it became more frequent as I strived for the ‘perfect’ figure. I tried every diet — I would lose weight only to […]
FAQ of Medicare – Interview With Kiplinger’s Kimberly Lankford
Kiplinger Medicare can be one of the most vexing government programs you will ever face when you reach 65. It funded through the Hospital Insurance Trust Fund and the Supplementary Medical Insurance Trust Fund If you have Medicare, you don’t need to change to a Marketplace plan, and you get more preventive services without […]
Your Age Is Whatever You Want It To Be
“Age is not important unless you’re a cheese.” – Helen Hayes It seems that age is the new “whatever you want it to be.” Fifty is the new 40, or is it 30? Lately, every time I hear someone’s age, it’s one number followed by a lower one. When it comes to our age, how we […]
4 Tips On Protecting Yourself From Negativity
By Lori Morrison “Dwelling on negativity simply contributes to its power” – Shirley Maclaine” Most negative people are steeped in their vulnerabilities. To feel powerful, they place themselves as the ultimate judge of those around them. They are often in attack mode, striking out at you or gossiping behind your back to construct an image […]
4 Tips To Sleep Better During Allergy Season
Spring is the season of renewal. Plants and trees start to rebound from the harsh winter that claimed most of their leaves and vegetation. Birds return from their Southern vacations, serenade us with their morning songs and rebuild their nests in preparation for new arrivals. Unfortunately, there is another renewal that many people don’t […]
Relax Boomer Parents; Millennials May Be More Financially Savvy Than You Realize
The Millennials Millennials came of age at a time when the job market was weak and their student-loan debt was high. Such a dreary combination did not bode well for a rosy financial future. But could it be, when all is said and done, that millennials will prove to be just as financially savvy as […]
Is The Anti-Gluten Frenzy About To Be Countered By A Pro-Wheat Comeback?
Americans at one time lived their lives utterly unconcerned about the gluten in their diets. But an anti-gluten craze that erupted in the last decade has become so prominent that it spawned a $16-billion-a-year industry. Gluten became branded as the enemy of good health, bestselling books scared the public away from wheat, and foods marketed […]
How To Stay Young (At Least In Spirit) When You’re Retired
How to stay young? Read on.. Mohr Keet of South Africa bungee jumped when he was 96, landing himself in the Guinness Board of World Records. Yuichiro Miura of Japan climbed Mount Everest when he was 80. Not everyone in the golden years of life will attempt and accomplish such extraordinary feats, but most people […]
ER or UC: How Baby Boomers Can Choose the Right Care at the Right Time
By: Dr. Chad Masters, MD, MBA, MedExpress From telemedicine to increased opportunities for comparison shopping among health plans, healthcare consumers are enjoying a growing array of options when it comes to choosing the right care. Urgent care is also expanding in popularity, providing Americans with more alternatives to traditional services like the emergency room. Baby […]
10 Ways to Prevent Medical Errors from Happening to You
By Teri Dreher, Author & Speaker, RN, CCRN, iRNPA You count on doctors and hospitals to protect your heath. But unthinkably, sometimes the opposite happens. Medical errors are now the third leading cause of death in the U.S., according to a recent study by Johns Hopkins Medicine. Cancer and heart disease are still the […]
4 Ways Marriage, Divorce And Do-Overs Can Increase Your Social Security Check
In a world of IRAs, bonds, annuities and investment property, one retirement benefit often gets overlooked, or not discussed at all, by some financial advisers: Social Security. “In retirement, you need to create as much fixed, guaranteed income as you can,” says Tony Perrone, president and founder of the Estate Planning Group and author of […]
Boomer Beware Fast Food Chain Health Claims Wrong
Until the last year I have never paid real close attention to the health warning labels on what I buy at the store. I still don’t pay close attention to calorie labels at fast food restaurants. This study seems to tell us that the health claims at fast food joints is way off base. Each […]
