Music helps dementia patients connect with memories
It’s no secret that music has an undeniable connection to
personal memories.
Just one song has the power to call back vivid recollections
of everything from that...
Rogers Jr.: Slow down decreasing muscle mass by moving more
George Burns — who lived to be 100 years old — used to say, “If I knew I was going to live this long,...
Mosiniak: Many ways to stay active at any age
As the mind and body age, we commonly think it is time to slow down and do less. However, the opposite is true.
It’s...
Tai chi offers physical, mental health benefits
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle takes a knack for balance — both physical and mental. For those seeking improvement in these areas and better overall...
Plumb-Ruiz: Train yourself to stop smoking
I’m a personal trainer and chef here in Toledo. I have led a mostly healthy lifestyle for several years now, after a monumental weight...
Patel: When your heart begins to fail
Congestive heart failure is a serious condition that affects millions of Americans and their families. Yet, many don’t fully understand this deadly disease where...
Miscannon: Trust your body
When I was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer, I didn’t cry because I had cancer, I cried because I was right.
Something was wrong with...
Vijendra: Manage your risk
As of Jan. 1, there were 14.5 million Americans who have had or are currently living with a cancer diagnosis.
That’s a staggering figure when...
SilverSneakers: Helping seniors get physically active
What do you think of when you hear the word SilverSneakers?
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Many people think of the 16-year-old program that gives seniors a free membership at...
Holistic physical therapy gaining interest, acceptance
By MARIE EYE
Holistic physical therapy and other alternative care options are becoming more popular and acceptable ways to treat pain, according to owners of...
