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Tired and run down? Try this… Could it be low iron? Anemia is caused by various factors, with iron deficiency being one of the most common. When your body lacks iron, it produces fewer and smaller red blood cells, leading to fatigue and weakness. Here are some things to consider: 1)
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Are our kids ready, willing and able to care?  As baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, we’ve seen more good times than bad. And, for the most part, so have our children. The millennials, most of whom have been blessed with more worldly, technology filled upbringings.   Life for us, and them, has been remarkably […]
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For the men in your life… Regular checkups are important, especially as you age. You should always consult with your doctor regarding what screenings you need specifically. Generally, you should check your: Blood Pressure: every 3 to 5 years (if you aren’t at risk) Cholesterol: every 5 years (starting at age 35) Diabetes: every 3 […]
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Great outdoors I see a lot of advice in your articles about getting outside and enjoying the fresh air. I live inside Toronto and seem to spend more time with car pollution and noise. How do I find real green spaces to walk with my mum where we can truly get closer? Carlos M.,Riverdale, ON. […]
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Grilled cheese, learning to drive and Howdy Doody All of us have experienced thousands of happy moments in our lives. Too often they remain buried under the rubble of the everyday worries and problems that take up space in our heads. I sometimes conduct workshops designed to help participants retrieve and savour their happiest memories.  […]
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Dropping, rushing and falling  Q) Recently, I’ve found myself nervous and in hurry all the time. I’ve dropped a few plates and glasses, tripped up the stairs on the way to help my mum and even knocked over a bowl of pasta. How can I calm down? We hear you. Juggling your own life and […]
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Can’t sleep at night Q) Mum lives alone and has started calling me in the middle of the night saying she hears strange noises. I’m exhausted. I don’t want to be mean but…. Unfortunately, nighttime hallucinations can be a sign of cognitive disorders like dementia. We would suggest seeking medical professional advice before all else. […]
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Muscle wasting and frailty As we age, skeletal muscle mass decreases. In serious cases, a condition known as Sarcopenia may be diagnosed when low muscle mass and low muscle strength lead to lower physical performance. A variety of tools are used to test these individual components. Exercise and nutrition are key elements in treatment plans, but […]
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Let’s Talk About Aging Parents: A Real-Life Guide to Solving Problems with 27 Essential Conversations By Laura Tamblyn Watts Should my mom move into a retirement home? Does my dad have dementia? And how on earth can I get my stepmom to give up her car keys? Worries like these can plague people with older […]