Studies show that green space and landscaping contribute to health, happiness, and intellect. It’s natural to long for spring when it’s cold outside. But did you know, there’s a good reason why you may pine for green? Living landscapes are an important part of the outdoor lifestyle that Americans enjoy, but the benefits go beyond… Continue reading 5 Health Benefits of Our Green Spaces
Author: Sondra Forsyth
Sondra Forsyth is Co-Editor-in-Chief of ThirdAge.com. She is a National Magazine Award winner with scores of major magazine bylines and twelve books to her credit. Her most recent book is “Candida Cleanse: The 21-Day Diet to Beat Yeast and Feel Your Best”. Sondra was Executive Editor at “Ladies’ Home Journal,” Features Editor at “Cosmopolitan,” and Articles Editor at “Bride’s”. A former ballerina, she founded Ballet Ambassadors, an arts-in-education company in New York City, and served as Artistic Director for 16 years.
Reduce Maintenance and Increase Success with Self-Watering Gardens
Raised beds and containers expand our planting options. They allow us to grow edible and ornamental plants even where there is no plantable space to garden. Use them to make planting, tending and harvesting convenient by bringing the garden to your back door. And fill them with pollinator-friendly plants to enjoy the colorful hummingbirds and… Continue reading Reduce Maintenance and Increase Success with Self-Watering Gardens
Less Pain, Quicker Recovery: ERAS Is All About Improving the Patient Experience
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) is an evidence-based, patient-focused protocol that reduces hospital stays, minimizes postoperative pain, and speeds overall patient recovery after surgery. “Frankly, ERAS has transformed the mentality of many health providers who used to just accept the status quo. For breast surgery patients, my multidisciplinary team and I have implemented ERAS to… Continue reading Less Pain, Quicker Recovery: ERAS Is All About Improving the Patient Experience
7 Ways to Beat Those Sugar Cravings
Sugar cravings are a formidable opponent to anyone trying to stay on a nutritious path. Sugar cravings can attack in the middle of the day or night, and it takes the will power of a comic book hero to say no to such temptation. But what if we can identify and address the underlying reason… Continue reading 7 Ways to Beat Those Sugar Cravings
Digital Dentistry Is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience
Dentistry is undergoing a revolution as “digital dentistry” moves from concept to reality. Digital dentistry allows for a wide variety of advanced techniques to be used to not only make the patient experience better, but it also allows the dentist to utilize quicker, easier and less expensive techniques. Dental dentistry advancements will continue to revolutionize… Continue reading Digital Dentistry Is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience
10 Easy Ways to Get a Dose of Vitamin N(ature) in Just 10 Minutes
A growing body of scientific evidence proves getting outside (i.e. being an “outsider”) is good for our health and well-being. Exploring and appreciating nature – in our own backyards, community parks and school yards – reduces stress, improves memory, boosts heart health, and offers a host of other benefits for our minds and bodies. “Having… Continue reading 10 Easy Ways to Get a Dose of Vitamin N(ature) in Just 10 Minutes
Managing the Emotional Aspects of Breast Reconstruction
More than 268,000 new cases of breast cancer were diagnosed in 2018, according to estimates by the American Cancer Society. Many of these breast cancer patients need to decide whether or not to undergo undergo mastectomy and breast reconstruction. A breast cancer diagnosis is difficult, and coping with decisions about surgical treatment and its aftermath… Continue reading Managing the Emotional Aspects of Breast Reconstruction
Strange Noises Our Bodies Make and Why
Imagine you are presenting a motivational speech to your sales force and you can’t stop hiccupping, or you’re on that first date and you lean in for a kiss and a big burp escapes from your mouth! Still worse, what if you are a celebrity like Whoopi Goldberg whose microphone captured the sound of her… Continue reading Strange Noises Our Bodies Make and Why
Spring cleaning? Be sure to give your kitchen a food safe makeover, too!
Spring time is cleaning time! So, while you’re using that pent-up elbow grease to get rid of wintertime dust and debris, make sure your kitchen is food safe, too. From sponges to drawer handles to the refrigerator, the kitchen is the one room in the house most likely to be bacteria-tainted. Food is more easily… Continue reading Spring cleaning? Be sure to give your kitchen a food safe makeover, too!
Clear Aligners Are Popular Alternative To Metal Braces, But Myths Persist
Instead of traditional metal braces, more people are opting for the clear aligners on the market such as Invisalign, Candid Co., Byte and similar products, but plenty of myths and misconceptions surround them. There are a lot of new clear aligner products hitting the market now, but many patients seem to be misinformed about them.… Continue reading Clear Aligners Are Popular Alternative To Metal Braces, But Myths Persist
Stressed? Don’t Beat Yourself Up. Try These Tips Instead:
Are you feeling stressed? Here is a baker’s dozen of ways to dial down your anxieties and worries so you can start enjoying life again! Up your meditation practice: Try 10 minutes twice a day. Or 20 minutes twice a day if you can make time. Look for guided meditations onInsight Timeror the free Balanced Mind with Julie… Continue reading Stressed? Don’t Beat Yourself Up. Try These Tips Instead:
Many Options to Reduce Investment Risk in IRAs
People approaching or in retirement should not have an over-weighted stake in equities. If you need to reduce risk in your IRA and/or Roth IRA, what are the best ways to do it? A bank certificate of deposit (CD) is a reasonable choice. But a fixed-rate annuity can be an even better choice. Both CDs… Continue reading Many Options to Reduce Investment Risk in IRAs
Container Gardens for Every Occasion
Make every occasion special by designing and growing containers for summer holidays, weddings, anniversary parties or other special celebrations. Pick a color scheme appropriate for the occasion or a variety of colors and shapes sure to add a festive touch. Look for opportunities to include edible and flower filled planters. Set containers at your front… Continue reading Container Gardens for Every Occasion
5 Tips to Get Through Your Midday Slump
We have all felt it. After lunchtime, you’re lethargic, tired, and constantly checking the clock waiting for the day to be over. But, fear not! Your day will no longer be ruined by the afternoon lull. Here are some quick tips to avoid the midday slump and allow you to end your day rejuvenated! Spend 5 Minutes in… Continue reading 5 Tips to Get Through Your Midday Slump
Instagram “Health Foods” That Are Surprisingly Unhealthy or Caloric
From Whole Foods to pricey health food stores, cafes, and coffee shops, certain foods and ingredients have become trendy among health and calorie counting foodies. Who has not heard of matcha, Acai, cold-pressed juice, and gluten-free baked goods? In a perfect world, wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could find food and drinks that are… Continue reading Instagram “Health Foods” That Are Surprisingly Unhealthy or Caloric
5 Common Lyme Disease Myths
Debunking common myths about Lyme disease: MYTH: I only need to worry about tick season during the summer FACT: Tick season starts NOW – in spring. About the time it warms up enough to put on shorts for the first time is when that tick is most apt to be waiting for you and all… Continue reading 5 Common Lyme Disease Myths
Telemedicine, Changing the Face of Healthcare
Advancements in technology are dramatically changing the world of medicine as we know it, and medical professionals worldwide are utilizing this rapidly evolving landscape to achieve and innovate the way we stay healthy. One vein of medicine that is really maximizing the potential of these advancements, while changing the face of healthcare, is telemedicine. The… Continue reading Telemedicine, Changing the Face of Healthcare
Simple Strategies for a Larger Tomato Harvest
Nothing is more frustrating than investing time, money and energy in planting and growing tomatoes only to watch them succumb to disease. We can’t change the weather conditions that support disease problems, but we can tweak our growing strategies to reduce this risk. Select and grow the most disease-resistant varieties suited to your growing region.… Continue reading Simple Strategies for a Larger Tomato Harvest