Medications Work Differently In Older Adults

Medications Work Differently In Older Adults

May 15, 2023 | Health

Reading Time: 4 minutesResearch on the impact of medications is usually done on younger people. However, as we age our bodies react to drugs differently than when we were younger. As a result medications work differently in older adults. Changes in the Body As the...
Peripheral Neuropathy vs Peripheral Artery Disease

Peripheral Neuropathy vs Peripheral Artery Disease

May 9, 2023 | Health

Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you are experiencing cramping and a burning sensation in your legs that is getting worse over time you might want to ask your doctor about Peripherial Neuropathy and/or Peripherial Artery disease.  What is Peripheral Neuropathy?  Peripheral...
5 Types of Allergies That Can Become More Common With Age

5 Types of Allergies That Can Become More Common With Age

May 3, 2023 | Health

Reading Time: 6 minutesAllergic reactions to foods, medications, pollen and insects can develop later in life.  Fifty million Americans suffer from allergies, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and some expert groups estimate the...
Insomnia: What it is and treatment options

Insomnia: What it is and treatment options

Apr 28, 2023 | Health

Reading Time: 6 minutesInsomnia is a common problem affecting up to 30% of adults. Half of the people with insomnia think their problem is bad enough to seek professional help. Insomnia is perhaps the second most common health complaint after pain. It is twice as...
Managing Emotional Eating

Managing Emotional Eating

Apr 14, 2023 | Emotions of Caregiving, Health

Reading Time: 2 minutesManaging Emotional Eating Indulging in desserts or snacks can often feel like an effective way to find temporary relief from the stressors and painful emotions sparked by difficult times. Advertisements reinforce the emotional benefits of food,...