Introduction to Best Apps for Older Adults Despite a common perception that older adults are slow to adopt technology, research has shown that seniors are increasingly gravitating towards the use of artificial intelligence (AI). AI can improve their quality of life and increase their independence in a variety of ways. When one first hears the…
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Alternatives To Fish Oil Supplements
Introduction to Alternatives to Fish Oil Supplements Omega-3 fatty acids are essential polyunsaturated fats that must be obtained through diet or supplements, as the body cannot produce them. They form a crucial part of the cell structure, provide energy, and support the proper functioning of the heart, lungs, blood vessels, and immune system. There are…
Benefits Of Card And Board Games For Older Adults
Introduction to the Benefits of Card and Board Games for Older Adults Card and board games are recreational activities that involve game play elements typically played using cards, boards, pieces, or other physical components. Examples include classic games like chess, checkers, bridge, and newer ones like Settlers of Catan or Ticket to Ride. In recent…
Amazon Shopping At Optimal Retirement Living
Introduction to Amazon Shopping at Optimal Retirement Living Optimal Retirement Living and optimalretirementliving.com is focused upon providing information, education and products relevant to retirees. The areas of focus (and initial products) are as follows: Access to Health Information (Expert links and books) Nutrition, Cooking and Diet (Information, books, kitchen products) Outdoor Recreation (biking, hiking, camping,…
Pickleball For Seniors
If you are a current or former tennis player, you may have noticed the growing popularity of pickleball, which is a scaled down sport similar to tennis. Courts are popping up everywhere and you may even have friends that play or are joining leagues. Have you decided you don’t want to miss out on the…
Best Holiday Gifts for Cooks 2023
Introduction to Best Holiday Gifts for Cooks I woke this morning, Black Friday, to see a mass of humanity at the nearby mall. Oddly, the parking lot had been nearly empty for weeks prior to the official kick-off to the Christmas shopping season. I personally don’t understand why people choose to subject themselves to the…
Snowshoeing Gear Guide
Introduction to the Snowshoeing Gear Guide – Why Snowshoeing? For those of you who love the outdoors, winter does not mean you have to stay indoors. Though you may think maintaining fitness and staying active during winter can pose a challenge, there are a variety of outdoor activities available, including downhill and cross-country skiing, ice-skating…
Best Retirement Books
Best Retirement Books on Retirement Life In addition to personally owning several of these best retirement books, I have found them on a number of “best of” retirement book lists. My reason behind this curated list is that I find so much of the mainstream thought is about only saving for retirement. However, that is…
Nutritional Healing – Books & Resources
Introduction to Nutritional Healing The concept of Nutritional Healing or the Healing Power of Food refers to the idea that the foods we consume can have a significant impact on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It suggests that certain foods and nutrients possess therapeutic properties that can contribute to the prevention, management, and even…
Hiking and Walking Shoes (and more)
Before discussing the different types of hiking and walking shoes, I must stress the importance of proper fit and comfort. Your feet will be the contact point over often rocky, rough terrain. Selection of a sturdy shoe is imperative, but if it doesn’t fit your feet, you, your feet and your treks, will suffer. Introduction…