Osteoporosis is no joke. We all know that. But what can be done about it? What are our options? There are some new developments in this field that are looking promising. These advances may be a long time coming to the market, however, so the standard exercise advice for Osteoporosis prevention is still the way…
DetailsThis past week I found myself feeling worried about many things. The future of our country, climate changes that caused an unusual two-week dome of stifling humidity, the power grid taking banks and businesses temporarily off line, a friend hospitalized. It seemed like a lot all at once. Then, as often happens, my friend and…
DetailsDid you have a lovely 4th of July week if you live in the US? We did – from picnics to fireworks on the lake to live music, it was wonderful. I love the first week of July on the lake! Summer is so short in New England that we have to enjoy it while…
DetailsMany of us were teenagers who lived in a world of sugar substitutes. Back then, everyone said that sugar is bad and that we should use saccharine in our coffee and purchase sugar free products like diet soft drinks, etc. A couple of my aunts who drank coffee always had saccharine around. Even today, many…
DetailsDo you take a magnesium supplement? If so, which one, and why? If you tested low on Magnesium or Vit D or another supplement, did your doctor recommend that you take a supplement? We’ve known for many years that magnesium is important for our hearts, but did you know it’s very important for the health…
DetailsI was thinking… About my beautiful neighborhood; the birds, foxes, rabbits, hummingbirds, gofers, coyotes, and, happiest place of all – the LAKE! I often write in the newsletters and in Facebook posts about kayaking, boating, gardening, and other adventures here in my “Beautiful Berkshires.” I call this my own little paradise. And that’s how I…
DetailsSunshine is here, and summer is on its way! Yay! Are YOU Ready? Got your sunscreen handy? Apparently, I was not ready last week. We had a lovely outside Yoga class and I didn’t bring my sunscreen. Got a little red nose to show for it! I almost always wear a hat as well, but…
DetailsHow are you feeling this week? Are you getting outside and enjoying any nice weather that comes your way? Are you tired of listening to the discouraging news stories on TV and the internet? Are you anxious about family members going through tough times? I was a bit stressed last week when the agency that…
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