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Salt Lake County Senior Centers––Healthy, Vibrant, Interactive, Informative––Salt Lake County Aging Services

April 16, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

As older adults contemplate the world of retirement, many begin to fear a loss of belonging, sense of self and community connection. Many wonder, what’s next? How will I fill my days without a familiar routine? New retirees often speak about the quick onset of boredom. They’ve taken that once-in-a-lifetime vacation, spent ample time spoiling the grandkids, and improved their golf handicap. Now what? […]

Household Budgeting––North Dallas Bank & Trust

April 14, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

In a time where the median household income is shrinking in nearly every major city, prices of goods and services are on the rise and credit card debt is just beginning to decline from an all-time high, it is easy to find yourself falling behind on monthly expenses. If this is the case, then it may be time to start learning the basics of household budgeting. […]

Rehabilitation for your Eyes––Penrose-St. Francis Health Services

April 12, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The human eye is composed of many parts that work together. They receive visual images, focus them properly, and send messages to the brain. When you look at an object, each eye sees a slightly different picture. The brain combines the pictures that each eye sees and makes them into one picture. But what happens when a stroke or brain injury impacts your vision? […]

Making the “Switch to Rich”—How Eating Nutrient Rich Superfoods Can Change Your Life for the Better—Forever

April 10, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Everywhere you turn, we are hit with ads on how to eat, what to eat and when to eat. The “why” is often limited to weight loss-only programs that push “half-baked” healthier eating styles that are simply not focused on true health and are unsustainable. The marketing claims seem amazing and the canned testimonies border on the miraculous, yet most of these “diets” are based on making changes that don’t really solve the core problem—why we gained weight in the first place. […]

Where Has Great Customer Service Gone?––DATCU Credit Union

April 10, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

I’m sure there are still quite a few of us around who enjoyed The Andy Griffith Show. The show gave us everyday insight into the life of widowed sheriff Andy Griffith, his son Opie, Aunt Bea, and Andy’s sidekick Barney Fife in the fictional town of Mayberry. It was a simple time and many of us identified with Andy, his family, and the values of the times. Recently, as I sat and nostalgically watched old re-runs, it occurred to me that a whole lot has changed. My mind immediately thought of good, old-fashioned customer service. […]

Estate Litigation: One Law Firm Helps Families Find Closure in Difficult Times––Buntrock Law

April 8, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Shane Buntrock knows the law. In fact, he has been a practicing attorney in Arizona for over 14 years. Recently, Buntrock opened his own law practice in Mesa to serve businesses and individuals with a wide range of legal services. Buntrock has developed a reputation as a respected litigator who confidently states that his firm is “people-driven” and believes his practice provides a refreshing alternative to the abundance of more process-driven firms. […]

A Healthier You in 2013!––CarePro Health Services

April 6, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Did you resolve to get healthier in 2013? For many Americans, eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly is not enough. In fact, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 states that 75 to 95% of adults and children in North America eat less than the minimum recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables, which can hinder them from fighting off chronic diseases and building strong immune systems. […]

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's––Alzheimer's Association

April 4, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Familiar with the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Unfortunately, most Americans are unaware that in addition to memory loss, behavioral changes like decreased judgment, difficulty in completing tasks and withdrawal from activities may all be signs of Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer’s Association “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters” campaign is designed to heighten awareness of the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and explain the benefits of early detection and diagnosis. […]

Aging Healthy––Texas Health Presbyterian

April 2, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Healthy aging is about much more than staying physically healthy—it’s also about staying emotionally healthy and maintaining your sense of purpose and zest for life. […]

Rotator Cuff Tears Come in Different Shapes & Sizes––Physicians' Clinic of Iowa

April 1, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Rotator cuff tears are one of the more common shoulder injuries seen by primary care physicians and orthopedic surgeons alike. In 2008, more than two million people saw their physician for the evaluation of a rotator cuff problem. An injured or chronically damaged rotator cuff can cause pain as well as weakness. They can adversely affect sleep, mood, and work production. The key is to know the symptoms and see your doctor so that appropriate treatment can begin. […]