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…
Retirement News Articles – September 25, 2023
Welcome to the Retirement News Articles for the week of September 25th. I have to pontificate this fine Monday morning as my Colorado State University Rams football team won their first game of the season after a disappointing double OT loss to the CU Buffs last weekend. At least as noteworthy is CU’s 42-6 lost…
Nutritional Healing Part 3: Managing Chronic Conditions with Diet
Common Conditions That are Caused or Worsened by Poor Nutrition Nutritional healing is the belief that nutrition plays a pivotal role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Poor dietary choices can lead to or exacerbate a wide range of chronic conditions. Here are some common conditions that are directly influenced by nutrition: How Certain Diets…
Retirement News Articles – September 18, 2023
Welcome to the Retirement News Articles for the week of September 18th: My favorite articles for the week continue to maintain a fall theme. They are: Bonus Story: The Ancient Forests That Have Defied Urbanization Lifestyle, Health and Welfare for Seniors: 50 Fun Activities for Grandparents to Do with Kids Arts, Entertainment & Reading: 10…
The Benefits of a Low Sugar Diet
Most all health experts extol the benefits of a low sugar diet for overall health. A low-sugar diet focuses on reducing the consumption of added sugars, sweeteners, and foods containing natural sugars. It offers a more practical approach compared to a no-sugar diet, which restricts healthy fruits and vegetables that naturally contain sugars. Embracing a low-sugar diet can yield health advantages such as weight management and a reduced risk of chronic illnesses.
Retirement News Articles – September 11, 2023
Welcome to the Retirement News Articles for the week of September 11th: My favorite articles for the week have a decidedly fall theme. They are: Travel for Seniors: How to Find Cheap Flights for Thanksgiving Recreation & Hobbies: Enjoying Autumn’s Bounty: 10 Delightful Fall Activities for Seniors Arts, Entertainment & Reading: 50 Great Classic Novels…
Nutritional Healing Part 2: Foods for Boosting Immunity & Preventing Illness
Identifying Foods for Boosting Immunity & Preventing Illness Key Immune Boosting Nutrients Welcome to Nutritional Healing Part 2. Maintaining optimal immune health is paramount for overall well-being. While several factors influence the immune system, such as genetics, age, and environmental exposures, scientific research underscores the pivotal role that specific nutrients play in fortifying immune function…
Retirement News Articles – September 4, 2023
Welcome to the Retirement News Articles for the week of September 4th: My favorite articles for the week are: Travel for Seniors: 8 Train Rides Around the World That Immerse You in Gorgeous Landscapes Lifestyle, Health & Welfare for Seniors: How to Make the Most of Patio Season Food, Nutrition & Cooking: 6 Reasons Why…
Foods That Heal the Body
Introduction – Foods That Heal the Body If you have happened upon this post “Foods That Heal the Body”, you may be familiar with my series on Nutritional Healing. That series, which will be 6 to 7 posts, contains a lot of information, including details on foods that heal. However, given the size of the…
Best Fall Festivals in the US for 2023
I know what you are thinking…it might seem a bit premature to be discussing the “Best Fall Festivals in the US” before September has even arrived. But I have a reason for doing so. As I contemplate the forecast of 102-degree weather next week, I can’t help but yearn for the refreshing chill of autumn,…