7 important things to know about living wills
President Barack Obama’s recent recommendation that all Americans get living wills resonated with those who have been urging the same thing for years.
Five spices that can help keep you healthy
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - The flavor profile of food varies based on the spices and seasonings that are used. But there are...
Slowing down the aging process may not be as hard as you think
By Colin McCandless, Contributing Writer
BOSTON - As we get older most everyone wants to tap into the fountain of youth and learn how to...
The importance of eating enough leafy greens
By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer
REGION - Vegetables come in all sorts of forms, sizes and colors and are packed with vital nutrients. Red beets,...
Recumbent bicycles growing in popularity among older adults
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
If you’re a recumbent bicyclist, you recognize it as a familiar experience. That’s because as a child, you probably rode...
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Exercise physiologist accepts no excuses for not exercising
By Matt Robinson, Contributing Writer
REGION - As people recover from holiday-inspired indulgence and prepare for the year ahead, one of the most popular promises...
Technology helping the blind or visually impaired ‘see’
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
REGION - Sometimes the profusion of apps, new devices and other tech tools could make you dizzy―but choices are good,...
Walking benefits emotional wellbeing as well as physical health
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - Walking is an activity that people of all ages can enjoy and benefit from with very little investment...
Noise pollution is more than an inconvenience
By Sharon Longo, Contributing Writer
REGION – Hammers pound, a train passes by, a car horn blasts, a lawn mower hums; sounds like a typical...
