Maximizing Your POTTY Potential

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I have a friend who at one time found my suggestions for a bathroom remodel humorous after I said “the biomechanics of a lower commode aid in elimination for a more complete evacuation.”  I remember he look at me oddly and then guffawed.  I translated into graphic English for him, which I won’t share here.  But … Read more

Are ‘Slips & Falls’ Inevitable as We Age? Maybe.

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But what about Frequency and Severity? On a glorious autumn day with colors bright and 75 degree temperatures, I forsook the temptation to bask in the sun and attend a community lecture.  I wasn’t alone.  While held mid-day and with outside conditions as I descripted, the theater was packed, with only a handful of vacant … Read more

MANY of Us will Experience Sudden BPPV …………………. So, Now What?

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One morning in early September, a bit late for a semi-commitment, I jumped out of bed — something I do not often do.  Like most of us I headed to the bathroom first.  However, by the time I got there I noticed an uneasy and unusual feeling.  Within 5 seconds it was worse.  Incredible dizziness … Read more

Making Your Food Safer – one easy tip.

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In a previous post entitled ‘My Baker’s Dozen Safety Check-off List’ I left out one of my favorite tips. I mentioned the need to take steps to prevent food poisoning, but not a good solution. Equally important to preventing food poisoning may be removing pesticides on our produce (all fruits and vegetables). Food poisoning is … Read more

Herbs – a Good Investment or a Waste of Money?

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I once took a series of courses from the University Of Colorado School Of Pharmacy, leading up to a certification in Botanical Medicine.  Truth be told, I have forgotten 99% of the information and know little more than any of you reading this.  But one point was strongly emphasized and so important that I want … Read more

My Baker’s Dozen SAFETY CHECK LIST

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The 1st Rule of Aging well – Avoid the Landmines That first rule is actually not mine.  I saw it years ago somewhere, but it always puts prevention in perspective for me.  I think of it as being Mindful to Avoid the Landmines.  We hear so much about what to eat, drugs to take, exercise … Read more