Prevent Painful Falls by Preserving Your Sense of Balance
As we age, in addition to hearing loss we may have to contend with equilibrium and balance problems that can lead to fall related injuries. Chronic balance disorders affect nearly 8 million people in the U.S. They are most commonly caused by BPPV, a condition in which calcium crystals in the inner ear break loose,…
Five Foods To Fight Off the Wintertime Allergy, Cold and Flu Season
Ensuring your immune system stays strong—and you stay healthy—this winter could be as simple as adding these vitamin- and mineral-rich foods to your plate. Spinach There’s a reason spinach made Popeye feel stronger—it’s packed with vitamins, protein and iron! The vitamin C in spinach increases your iron uptake to enhance red blood cell functioning, vitamin…
Choose Healthy Habits for Healthy Aging
What do hearing loss and lowered stress levels have in common? Reducing both can lead to healthier aging in the long run, including a decrease in cognitive decline. Studies show that higher stress throughout life can lead to a greater chance of cognitive decline in one’s later years. In honor of Healthy Aging Month this…
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