Did you know what you listen to (and how loudly you listen) can not only effect your hearing but also your blood pressure? I really hadn't ever given much thought to this, but it does make sense. People who live near an airport get blood pressure spikes whenever a plane flies overhead at night. Traffic noises, similar effect. At work, constant noise not only spikes pressure … [Read more...] about What? I Can’t Hear You!!!!
Let’s Keep Dancing….
As we move along repeating our mantra about our biostat (every day, in every way I will improve my physical and mental health) it's a comfort to know we can do both by exercising. A daily dose of exercise causes a jolt of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) making you not only think better, but also remember more. 4 very different, recent studies --on college students, … [Read more...] about Let’s Keep Dancing….
The Greatest Gifts Can’t be Wrapped
On this first morning of Chanukah and the beginning of the travels through the long holiday season, remember that the greatest gifts of all are the ones that come from the heart. While so many are financially challenged, and an entire quadrant of the country is attempting to recoup from the storm of the century, it is especially important to remember that some of the best … [Read more...] about The Greatest Gifts Can’t be Wrapped
It’s That Time to Tell Your Friend Veronica……
....It's time to celebrate Chanukah! Some people like to burn off last night's calories...I like to burn em off in advance. I'll be outside training with Jane this morning, then off to the gym for 9:30 class. All of it will be dedicated to eating some homemade latkes tonight! After work there will be some shopping, including grocery shopping for the all essential potatoes … [Read more...] about It’s That Time to Tell Your Friend Veronica……
Pick the SilverSneakers Plan!
Today is the last day to pick or switch a Medicare Advantage plan 0r stand alone prescription coverage for 2013. Seniors are urged to research their choices and here in my home state of Florida, Medicare counseling volunteers are answering calls for help at 800-963-5337. Still being on private insurance, I don't know a whole lot about this, but I do know that most insurance … [Read more...] about Pick the SilverSneakers Plan!