Archive for Health & Wellness
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Ella’s Kitchen
Growing season has come to an end and now we enjoy the bounty. How to use a surplus of zucchini, green tomatoes, apples, blueberries and peaches. Enjoy the fruits of your labor. Ella [Ella can be contacted at publisher@50pluslife.com or Ella – 50+ Lifestyles, P. O. Box 2125, Davenport, IA 52809]...
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Ask the Audiologist
By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. How long do hearing aids last? How do I take care of my hearing aids? If you or a loved one has hearing loss and uses hearing aids, you may be wondering how long they will last and what you can do to extend their lifespan. Hearing aids are an ...
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Immune-Supporting Must-Haves This Fall
By Melissa Jaeger RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3773 mjaeger@hy-vee.com Cold and flu season is coming and, while you may be stocking your grocery cart with tissues and antibacterial wipes, it’s time to add a few more nutrient-dense options that can support your immune syste...
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Aging and You
By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Downsizing – A Great Investment If you are considering a downsize, there is no better time to do so. Real estate prices continue to skyrocket as demand for housing soars. What better way to capitalize on your investment than to sell ...
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Aging – We’re all Doing It! Let’s Celebrate.
By Mike Mathews Milestones Area Agency on Aging Aging is inevitable, and as a country, more and more of us are older than ever before. In fact, according to the United States Census Bureau, the number of adults 65+ is expected to outnumber children for the first time ever by 2034. Despite this, ...
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“I Used to Be Able to Do So Much More”
Realizing your identity as a human being is based on more than how you physically can move is just one step in being content with your current reality. By Logan Anderson, BA, CPT, CIFT Owner of All Strong Fitness LLC One of the things that I have noticed when working with older adults is the f...
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SEPTEMBER 2023 Clinton and Scott County Meal Site noon meals
All meal inquiries call 1-855-410-6222 Cancellations ONLY call 563-484-3108 Mealsites are now open. Please call for required reservations 1-2 days in advance. Contact your Community Café or call 563-484-3108 Site listings: Buffalo 381-4594, Cumberland House 332-9339, Edgewater on Th...
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Ella’s Kitchen
The Dog Days of Summer are upon us. So let’s have some variations on the Hot Dog. Cook outside on the grill or over an open fire. Inside you can fry or sauté in a fry pan, steam or boil, or even broil in the oven. If you are in a hurry the microwave can also be used. Ella [Ella can be contacted...
