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As a modernized society, we've come to understand a great deal about living and the human body at all ages. In response to such advancement in knowledge, one of the benefiting parties is the senior citizen. In our case in point, the specific benefit is that of having access to what are known today as elderly home exercise programs.

Mostly, these programs consist of directed exercise routines and overall physical activity management. In most cases, they are administered by a professional coach in a residential or group home setting. In many other cases, however, the senior may manage their routine independently.

Exercises, Progression

The exercises and techniques utilized in such a program may, in fact, vary as much as the individual being served. One individual may require added lower body activity and at a heightened rate. Another person, on the other hand, might need accurate arm and shoulder exercises for some reason, and at a very light pace. Whole-body programs are also quite c…

We consistently hear that we need to eat this, eat that, and avoid those. The freewheeling nutrition advice coming at folks from all angles is confusing and creates some of the most consistent questions I get from clients---"What am I supposed to do?" I agree it can be challenging but what I try to do is encourage clients to dig deeper, delving into the pros and cons of why. In this post during National Nutrition Month I want to encourage you to choose the foods that aid you in putting your best fork forward! Make sure the foods on the plate come with a bonus, are nutrient dense packing the most nutrients into every bite.

Nutrient dense food are the foods that have a maximum amount of nutrients, but are relatively low in calories. As you know my mantra is to include a variety of foods in your diet. Some of my top recommendations from the spring season include asparagus, mango and strawberries.

It is peak season for asparagus. They are available in green, white and purple. The…

Most biologists know this thingamajig by the name of Tamarindus indica, under Fabaceae. Most homemakers and elders know this miracle pod as the quick fix when one needs a good laxative, digestive, a solution for bile disorders; or in the kitchen, as a condiment or an emulsifying agent in syrups, decoctions, dips and chutneys of many varieties.

So why you should use tamarind after all?

Some researchers know tamarind as the latest advancement for therapies spanning across abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, inflammation, asthma, gonorrhea, parasitic infections, fevers, etc.; as an effective antimicrobial, anti-venom, antioxidant, wound healing agent.

And most of us know this as a spice or condiment that simply transports our taste buds into a wonderland, a riot of flavours with a lingering after-taste.

Tamarind is basically a tree of a large size that has thick foliage, and heavy drooping branches that dish out curved fruit pods in generous numbers across all its branches. T…

Dental health plans are popular, but there are still thousands of people that have never heard of them, or how they work. Because of this, they are still paying full price for a trip to the dentist, or not receiving the care that they need at all.

Jumping into something unknown can be scary, and often results in individuals not doing anything at all. Even a dental health plan can be intimidating to someone that has never heard of this option. This article will explain the basics, and tell patients everything they need to know about getting started with one of these.

It's Like Insurance

Dental health plans are not the same thing as insurance, but they do work like insurance. With insurance, the bill is sent to the insurance provider. Then, the insurance provider pays their portion, and a bill is sent to the patient for the remaining amount.

With a dental health plan, the savings are deducted when the office visit occurs. Then, a bill is sent to the patient for the remaining amount.

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Seniors are often under-covered when it comes to oral care, if they are covered at all. Many government programs like Medicaid do not offer the coverage that seniors need, and out of pocket expenses can be so high that it makes going to the dentist seem like a dream that will never come true.

Seniors are no longer limited to government insurance options when it comes to going to the dentist. More companies are seeking to close the gap in coverage, and help seniors get the care they need, giving seniors more options for paying their dentist bills than ever before.

Dental Plans

These plans are increasing in popularity for individuals over the age of 65. These offer savings just like insurance, but being a member is a lot cheaper than paying for insurance. Most plans offered are customized to meet the growing needs of seniors, such as denture care.

Instead of paying for insurance coverage, individuals become a member of the plans. They then pay a monthly or years membership cost, and receiv…

These exercises make your body move to increase cardiovascular fitness, strength, and endurance and for resistance only use the weight of your body. They are also referred to as callisthenic exercises. Some examples include:

• Chin-ups
• Sit-ups
• Push-ups
• Squats

Martial arts and athletic programs often use body weight exercise classes because the flexibility and adaptability this program offers. Pilates and yoga fitness methodologies often use body weight exercises along with breathing techniques and stretches to help promote complete body fitness. Many people who do not like to go to gym-based activities will often use these exercises at home to increase their muscular endurance and strength. By using these exercises alone, some can achieve a high state of fitness.

Body weight exercise classes

When you attend these classes, you will normally start with cardiovascular exercises like squat thrusts or jumping jacks to warm up your muscles. Once your muscles are warmed up you will do stretc…

If you are a man who is looking to gain a leaner body and build some more muscle mass tissue, one supplement you may be considering is a testosterone boosting product. Many men who are growing older do notice changes taking place in their body, and this is usually due to a decline in testosterone levels.

While you cannot stop the hands of time, there are things you can do to keep you as hormonally healthy as possible. It may seem like a testosterone booster is the route to do that.

ZMA is one of the standard options and is relatively cost efficient compared to some of the other supplements out there.

How does it stand up? Will it help you get the results you desire? Let us go over the pros and cons of ZMA and what you need to know.

What Is ZMA? ZMA stands for zinc, magnesium, and Vitamin B6. These three ingredients are added into the product in various dosages (which will vary based on the product you purchase) and are said to work in conjunction with each other to help elevate your n…

Would you like to easily shave off pounds and slim down, starting today?

The idea of losing weight can be terrifying to some women because it brings up images of tiny portions, bland food and most of all, hunger pains. Hunger pains can be tough to overcome, especially if you are just starting out with losing weight.

What if I tell you that there are ways to cut back on the calories without restrictive dieting?

Don't believe me? Check out these superb tips that are guaranteed to make you say "why didn't I think of that?"

Tip #1: Savor the Flavors

Mothers everywhere will agree that eating slowly is the way to go. Apart from being good table etiquette, eating slowly can help you lose weight consistently.

How can eating slowly help cut down the calories?

It's very simple: our brains need at least 20 minutes to send a signal that you are full and satisfied with a meal. Within this crucial time period, you need to stick to your target portions and serving sizes and wait for …