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TAMPA, Fla. — Tai chi, the martial art that has become popular as a gentle mind-body workout, may have another benefit: Helping to increase the size of the brain. And brain growth, scientists hope, could unlock a clue to staving off and even preventing dementia. Chinese seniors who practiced tai chi three times a week increased their brain volumes and scores on tests of memory and thinking, according to a study by scientists from the University of South Florida and Fudan University in Shanghai, published recently in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. An eight-month, randomized controlled trial compared seniors without dementia who practiced tai chi to a similar group that participated in stimulating discussions, a group that walked together and a group that received no intervention. All told, the study had 120 participants. Lead researcher James Mortimer, a USF professor of epidemiology and biostatistics who has studied Alzheimer’s disease since the 1970s, cautioned that the study is preliminary and needs to be expanded. Still, it’s intriguing. Among the heralds of dementia is brain atrophy. “So if we can increase brain size, we might be able to replace brain that’s been lost,” he said in an interview. “In the tai chi group, we saw brain growth of one-half of 1 percent over eight months” measured through MRIs. How exactly that growth occurred — and whether genetics or other factors might play into it — is a topic for a new study Mortimer and his colleagues hope to undertake, pending federal funding. This tai chi study was funded by Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in Tampa. Numerous studies have
"Tai chi is the kind of exercise you can do for a long time. I’m going to take it up." James Mortimer Professor Univ. of South Florida drawn connections between physical activity and brain health. Much of the attention has been paid to aerobic activities such as fast walking, also shown to increase brain size. Tai chi has been investigated for its impact on cognitive function, but this new report is the first to look at brain volume, he said. The discussion group also showed improvement in brain volume and cognition, though it was more limited. These weren’t just idle chats. Mortimer said that the participants so enjoyed their rousing discussions that they are still meeting even though the study ended two years ago. Overall, the walkers showed no change in brain volume or cognitive function, perhaps because they were not required to raise their heart rates sufficiently. Still, the faster walkers in the group did better on the tests of memory and thinking. The group that did nothing showed brain shrinkage and scored worse on cognitive tests than it had at the beginning. Tai chi can be gentle, but it requires concentration to master and move correctly through the precise sequence of poses. That mind-body involvement could be what makes it effective for brain health, researchers theorized. It’s particularly useful once age or infirmity has made more strenuous workouts difficult. Its many benefits include improvements in balance, cardiovascular health and stress relief. “Tai chi is the kind of exercise you can do for a long time,” Mortimer said. “I’m going to take it up.”
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Having trouble remembering to take your meds? Text message reminders may help (ARA) — Americans are busy people, and with everything that goes on in our daily lives, remembering to take a prescribed medication can be a challenge. But studies show that forgetting your medications has consequences, including creating a more serious and even dangerous health issue. According to The New England Journal of Medicine, nearly 70 percent of medication-related hospital admissions in the United States are the result of not taking a prescription medication as directed by a doctor. The good news is that there are new technologies that are helping remind patients to take
their medicines, such as text messages that arrive at a precise day and time. In fact, a recent study of 580 patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes or hypertension showed that text messaging could help patients stick to their medication schedules. The study, by OptumRx, a leading pharmacy benefits management company, found that patients receiving text message reminders had higher rates of taking their medication as instructed (known as “medication adherence”) than those who did not — 85 percent vs. 77 percent. The adherence rates for those taking medication for diabetes were even higher —
91 percent vs. 82 percent. Even patients older than 60 showed significant improvement in their adherence with the use of text messages. “Many of us are using our phones to do more — check the weather, read a news article, research information on a medical condition. It makes sense that reaching patients through technology could improve their adherence, and now we have the evidence to prove that it can, even among older patients,” says Dr. Brian K. Solow, chief medical officer of OptumRx. To find out if text message reminders are available to you, contact your pharmacy benefits manager or visit OptumRx.com.
Study links calories, cognitive impairment than a man needs to maintain his weight — you increase your risk of developing mild cogniIf you’re 70 or older and you tive impairment (MCI), which eat more than about 2,200 calo- often precedes Alzheimer’s disries per day — slightly more ease, according to a study at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz. And the more calories you consume, the higher your risk. “We observed a dose-response pattern, which simply means that the higher the amount of calories consumed each day, the higher the risk of MCI,” said Dr. Yonas E. Geda, lead author of the study. Geda studied 1,233 people between the ages of 70 and 89 who were free of overt dementia. After testing their memory, language and sense of direction, he and his colleagues concluded that 163 participants already had MCI. The study participants fell into three groups of roughly equal size based on how much they ate. Members of the first group consumed a less-than-average 600 to 1,526 calories per day. The second group consumed a typical diet containing 1,526 to 2,143 calories. The third group consumed 2,143 to 6,000 calories a day. Geda and his colleagues found that the 163 people with MCI had a higher caloric intake
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than those who tested normal, and the higher the caloric intake the higher the chances of having MCI. Those in the third group faced double the risk of MCI as those in the first group. How does a higher caloric intake contribute to MCI? Geda and his colleagues don’t know exactly, but a growing body of research suggests that a calorie-rich diet may be hard on the brain. For example, the Personality and Total Health Through Life Project, conducted by researchers at Australian National University, found that excessive caloric intake and high intake of monounsaturated fats (found in meat, whole dairy products, nuts and avocados) predicted MCI. Also, animal studies have consistently shown that decreasing caloric intake by about 30 percent seems to protect the brain. In fact, it was the research on rhesus monkeys at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center in Madison that got Geda interested in conducting his study. The monkeys at the center that have been limited to about 70 percent of the number of calories they would normally consume remain strikingly younger and more vigorous than their peers.
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Baby boomer generation faces limits on its driving By BILL WARD
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Phil Christenson, 92, had worked his way through a litany of tests — identifying objects, remembering names, reciting the months in backward order — when exam coordinator Aida Weber asked if he ever had gotten lost on the way home. He slowly shook his head and turned to his wife, Dorothy, for verification. “Not that I know of,” she said with a soft, wary chuckle. Shortly thereafter, the Christensons headed off for Phil’s driving test, part of a three-hour exam administered to hundreds of elderly drivers every year. The test was administered by the Courage Center, a resource and rehabilitation nonprofit in Minneapolis, Minn. The center’s task — assessing whether older folks belong behind the wheel — is a tough one. It’s about to get a lot
tougher. Over the next 20 years as the largest demographic ever, the baby boomers, ages, the number of U.S. drivers over 70 will triple. That almost certainly means more mishaps. It also means that more concerned families will face “the conversation,” addressing how and whether an older relative should drive — a discussion with implications far beyond control of the car keys. “A lot of people equate their self-worth with being able to drive,” said Connie Shaffer, a Courage Center occupational therapist and driver-rehab specialist. “You know, ‘If I can’t drive, I might as well die because life is over.’ You’re talking about taking that away when it’s all that people know.” If and when a family holds the conversation, the result could be an evaluation at a place such as Courage Center, which
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then might refer the driver to the DMV. But the repercussions can reverberate broadly, into the whole realm of selfreliance. In a recent survey by the drug company Pfizer, 64 percent of Americans over age 65 said their biggest fear was losing independence. Aging affects our driving ability in myriad ways: vision and hearing problems, lessened depth perception and ability to focus, slower reaction time and more medical afflictions, which often bring with them medications that exacerbate the other issues. That has prompted many states to ramp up testing of older drivers. In Iowa, license renewal moves from every five years to every two years beginning at age 70, and Illinois drivers must take a road test beginning at 75. Other states, including New York, allow seniors to renew by mail or e-mail. Minnesota requires a vision screening every four
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Walking event helps stop diabetes (ARA) — Every year, rain or shine, walkers across the country join together to bring awareness to a deadly disease. They walk for their friends, family, co-workers and themselves. Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes, the American Diabetes Association’s signature fundraising walk, raises more than $20 million a year to support the association’s mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The event has been taking place for more than 20 years and has raised over $150 million to Stop Diabetes. One walker stepping out this year is Mary Ellen Quigley of Indianapolis. Quigley did her first Step Out walk last year after having recently lost her mother, Ellen, to complications from diabetes. This year she has formed a team to walk in her memory called “Ellen’s Warriors.” “Diabetes changed my life because it changed my mother’s life. Losing my mother to this disease motivated me to try and make a difference.
Most of the world’s fat is concentrated in one place. They’re looking at us, America. A study this month from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine reveals just how much the 7 billion of us on planet Earth weigh — and that North Americans more than pull their own weight. The study, published in the journal BMC Public Health, took into account those who were overweight, defined as a body mass index of at least 25, and obese, with a body mass index of 30 or higher. 287 million metric tons: Total weight of the world’s adults,
based on data from the United Nations and the World Health Organization. (A metric ton equals about 2,200 pounds.) 15 million metric tons: The weight of overweight adults 3.5 million metric tons: The weight of obese adults 62 kilograms (137 pounds): Average body mass worldwide 80.7 kilograms (178 pounds): Average body mass of North Americans, who make up just 6 percent of the world’s population but 34 percent of the world’s weight due to obesity. In contrast, Asia has 61 percent of the world’s population but only 13 percent of its weight due to obesity. Time to renew that gym membership?
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Friendship tips for boomers and seniors Five money-saving (ARA) — Many Americans are in the process of reassessing their spending patterns, and boomers and seniors are no exception. Seventy-three percent of adults over age 50 started saving more or cutting back on spending last year, compared to 2010, according to a November 2011 report
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variety of affordable no-contract voice and data plans that can be changed without penalty at any time. You’re never locked into a plan that forces you to pay for more service than you need, and complementary usage alerts mean you don’t have to worry about accidentally exceeding your maximum allowance. Flexible family plans where couples and families share minutes can save an additional $20 to $30 per month. — Increase energy efficiency. Another way to reduce your bills is by increasing the energy efficiency of your home. You can unplug battery chargers when not in use, turn off appliances rather than leaving them in standby mode, use energyefficient light bulbs and turn off the lights when you leave a room. If you’re able to invest a little to ensure longer-term savings — whether through weath-
erproofing or upgrading aging appliances — you can schedule an energy audit to find out how to get the biggest bang for your home-improvement buck. — Be a smart shopper. If you’re not into clipping coupons, that’s OK. There are other ways to save. For example, try store-brand products rather than automatically reaching for the brands you’ve always purchased. In many cases, you won’t be able to tell the difference. Buy in bulk if you use large quantities of something. Watch for sales on items you purchase regularly, but don’t buy something just because it’s on sale. If you wouldn’t have bought it otherwise, you’re not saving money. For bigger-ticket items, be sure to comparison shop to make sure you’re getting the best price. Websites such
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by diabetes. People with diabetes can choose to walk as a Red Strider. A Red Strider is someone who has diabetes — type 1, type 2 or gestational. “Programs like Step Out help keep the fight going,” Quigley adds. “The biggest misconception of diabetes is that it is a death sentence. It doesn’t have to be. There are ways to take care of yourself that can help you live a very long and full life, and exercise is one of those ways.” Step Out is a one way to show support for the nearly 26 million children and adults in the U.S. living with diabetes and the 79 million more who are at risk. Research shows you can lower your risk for type 2 diabetes by 58 percent if you lose 7 percent of your body weight (15 pounds if you weigh 200 pounds) and exercise 30 minutes a day, five days a week (this can include a brisk walk). There are 125 Step Out events around the country. For more information or to register for a walk in your community, visit www.diabetes.org/stepout or call 888-342-2383.
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Loneliness lethal for seniors, university study shows
SAN FRANCISCO (SHNS) — Feeling lonely always hurts, but when it comes to the elderly, it may actually contribute to failing health or an early death, California university researchers say. In a study of 1,600 seniors by the University of California, San Francisco doctors found that people who reported being lonely were more likely to suffer a decline in health or die over a six-year period than those who were content with their social lives. Loneliness didn’t necessarily mean being alone — almost two-thirds of seniors who reported feeling lonely were married or living with a partner. Researchers defined loneliness as feeling left out or isolated or lacking companionship.
“I’m hoping this paper allows people to look critically at themselves and how they treat elders around them,” said study author Dr. Carla Perissinotto, an assistant professor of geriatrics at UCSF. “This country is not great at caring for its elderly.” The relationship between loneliness and poor health wasn’t necessarily shocking, said geriatric experts. Anecdotally, doctors who deal with the elderly said they’ve seen time and again older patients in declining health who are clearly lonely. But the UCSF study, the results of which were published recently in the Archives of Internal Medicine, is among the largest to tease out feelings of loneliness, which is separate from general depression, and strongly connect them to ill health.
The study looked at interviews done in 2002 with 1,604 seniors over age 60 who were asked to describe how often they felt lonely. Researchers then looked at reports of deaths and physical function in that group over the next six years. About 43 percent of the adults reported feeling lonely at least some of the time. Of those seniors, 23 percent died over the six-year study, compared to 14 percent of the participants who weren’t lonely — a 45 percent increase. The lonely seniors had a 59 percent greater risk of suffering a decline in function, which was defined as being less mobile or less able to take care of daily activities like bathing. There are likely many reasons for the relationship between loneliness and ill health, doctors said. It could be biological. Previous studies have shown that loneliness is similar to stress in that it can cause the release of hormones that may impact the
immune system. And it could be behavioral. Doctors said they often hear from patients who are losing weight because they don’t have anyone to share a meal with, or who are bad at sticking to a health care regimen because they’re lacking a friend or partner to simply remind them to take medications. “I have a patient who’s losing weight, and point blank, she says to me, ‘I’m losing weight because eating is a social experience for me and now I’m eating alone and it’s not enjoyable,’ “ Perissinotto said. Dr. Marci Teresi, medical director of the memory clinic at Kaiser Santa Clara, said for many of her patients, it’s clear that their doctor visits are “the big social activity for the day or the month.” Loneliness, she believes, can leave people vulnerable to pain and other discomforts that an active social life could distract
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“Those who have been bad drivers all their lives get worse sooner.” Some tips on having the difficult conversation with a senior about driving: — Collaborate: Try to get as much support as possible, and try to have the subject’s most trusted person initiate the discussion. According to the Hartford insurance company, the top choice of married drivers is to hear from their spouse, while those living alone prefer their doctor. — Get (a) physical: Strongly encourage a physical exam. Seniors not only trust their physicians, but that creates an opportunity for cognitive testing in a familiar setting. — Show empathy: There’s tough love involved, yes, but go in having put yourself in their shoes, and be fully aware of the broader implications about independence. — Encourage empathy: Make the point that they might be a danger to others as well as themselves.
Can wine help treatment of Alzheimer’s? TAMPA, Fla. (SHNS) — While some people might drink to forget — the drive home, the electric bill, an annoying co-worker — it may be that a substance in wine actually improves memory. Some small pilot studies in mice have suggested that resveratrol, a compound found in red wine, may play a role in preventing diabetes, heart disease, cancer and memory loss. But there haven’t been any large-scale clinical trials to prove its benefits in humans. Until now. The National Institute on Aging is funding a 26-center clinical trial to study resveratrol’s effects on memory and brain function in Alzheimer’s disease. Locally, the University of South Florida Health’s Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute is recruiting volunteers for the study who have mild to moderate Alzheimer’s. “Some of the best researchers in the field will be working on this study and we’re happy to be in their company,” said Dr. Amanda Smith, medical director of the Byrd Institute. “We want to find out whether use of resveratrol can change the course of Alzheimer’s disease and whether it improves or stabilizes memory.” Red wine isn’t the only way to get resveratrol, but it is a concentrated source. The substance is found in the skins of red grapes and also in berries, tomatoes, peanuts and chocolate. But before you crack open that cabernet thinking it’s all you need for brain health, read on: “The concentration of resveratrol that will be in the capsules we’ll use in the study is akin to the amount in about 50 glasses of red wine,” said Smith. Experts say that men should have no more than two servings of alcohol a day; for women, the recommended limit is just one. More than that, and you • WINE, Page 10
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Boomers’ experience can be an asset in a job search (AP) — Think changing jobs is difficult? It can be even harder if you’re a baby boomer. Although there are federal laws against age discrimination, some employers may be reluctant to hire older workers, concerned about how long they’ll stay and the higher salaries they may demand. But the traditional retirement age of 65 is fading, just as the 77-million-strong, baby-boom generation begins hitting it. The idea of lifetime job tenure, in which people stay in one job for their entire career, is also disappearing, and that can be good news for those looking to make a move. Companies that are more thinly staffed than in the past
may well be “looking for someone who can come in and do the job,” without needing a lot of training or supervision, said John Challenger, CEO of the outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Workers in their 50s or older can bring that added value, he said. With the aging of the baby boomers — the generation born between 1946 and 1964 — the percentage of workers 55 and older in the labor force is expected to jump from 19.5 percent in 2010 to 25.2 percent by 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For those contemplating new jobs, Challenger said it’s easier to change industries than to change functions. “If you’re a salesperson in a
professional services firm, you can go do that in a banking organization,” he said, as an example. That’s also important if you’re trying to maintain the same level of income. “If you go to something brand new, you’re not going to hold income,” he said. When writing resumes, boomers should highlight their accomplishments over the previous five or 10 years, even if takes more than a single page. And networking is critical, he said. This is the time for baby boomers to join civic, community, charitable or other organizations, and get to know new people. It’s through these relationships that people find jobs, Challenger said.
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Creating a safe bathroom for seniors without losing style (ARA) — For today’s generation of aging adults, individuality and independence are values they’ve lived out for decades. As the years go by, lifestyle changes become a necessity, due to limited mobility and health concerns, but it doesn’t necessarily mean giving up personality. Aging in place, in the comfort of your home, is a priority for countless people. That often means making adjustments to your home, but some alterations can contribute to making your space feel more institutional and less “you.” A balance between style and safety is the key — and finding it is easier than you might think. One of the most hazardous rooms in the home is the bathroom. Its slippery surfaces and tendency to be crowded
with products and objects makes it a hazard for slipping, tripping and other mishaps. As you consider making alterations to your home that enhance security and safety, it’s the logical place to start. — Clear away clutter. Bottles and jars and grooming tools frequently crowd counters, closets and the corners of tubs and showers. Make use of hangers, shelves and wall-mounted baskets to keep things neatly tucked away, providing a cleaner environment that’s also better looking and less likely to cause trips or spills. — Bathe in safety. With limited mobility, moving in and out of the tub can be difficult, if not downright dangerous. One renovation solution to that problem is installing a walk-in tub. Premier Care in Bathing, the leader in walk-in
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— Bring things up to the right height. Your bathroom routine can be an active one, which can present problems if your health limits your ability to move or bend easily. Having a commode and a sink at a higher level that prevents you from overexertion during your daily routine will add to the comfort and safety of your bathroom. And with options like Premier Care in Bathing’s easy-access sink, you can integrate these new fixtures into your room while maintaining your existing decorative theme. — One of the most important parts of maintaining independence throughout aging is being able to uphold your sense of self. Taking a holistic approach to creating a home environment that expresses who you are enables you to live life as you choose for a long time to come.
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(ARA) — Most deck owners know that one of the keys to keeping their decks looking good is staining it every few years. However, while deck staining is a process that most homeowners are capable of doing themselves, finding the time to do it can be difficult. With the right approach and the right products, you can get everything done in just one day and spend the rest of the year
enjoying your newly stained deck. By perfecting your process, you can take staining from something that you dread to a simple one-day process. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your deck looking good in a day: — First, choose the look you want to project on your deck. Do you want a clear, semi-transparent or solid finish? Do some
research to see which type of wood stain would look best on your deck. Clear finish generally looks better on newer wood, while a solid finish might be used on older decks to hide imperfections. If you are looking for the solution that will allow you to accomplish your project in one day, you’ll need to choose a product like Flood OneCoat Waterproofing Finish, which can be applied within a few hours of cleaning the surface. — Always know your deck’s square footage before heading to the store to buy stain. Don’t estimate, because nothing is more frustrating than having to stop your project because you ran out of stain. Flood.com offers a handy calculator so you can get an idea of how much you might need. Make sure you also have all the necessary supplies before leaving the store.
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— Before the day you stain, examine your deck to see if there are any necessary repairs that should be done. If your deck is squeaky, it’s likely due to loose nails. Replace loose or missing nails with deck screws, as hammering a nail into the same spot won’t fix the problem. — Once you have all the supplies, check the weather report and pick a day that’s good for
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teacher’s aide position she took when they were teenagers, she said. So she got a master’s degree in education at age 50 and was one of five teachers hired together by the same department. She was considerably older than the others. It wasn’t so much her age that worried her, she said, as it was that she was doing something new. But looking back 10 years later, “You just have to decide to do it. You come with a lot of experience and a lot of knowledge.” Like other workers, many boomers are looking for a job that “gives them room for growth, is challenging and meaningful,” Challenger said. He said people shouldn’t stay in a position that makes them unhappy. But what makes them unhappy isn’t always the type of work they’re doing. “Often when people look at it more closely, it’s actually the people and the culture of that
staining. Temperatures should range between 50 and 90 F, and there should be at least 48 hours without a threat of rain. — Remove everything from your deck and use a wood cleaner to clean and prepare your surface. Decks that are in good condition can simply be cleaned before staining. But if your deck is peeling, has mildew growth • DECK, Page 13
organization,” he said. Marc Freedman, author of The Big Shift: Navigating the New Stage Beyond Midlife, said boomers often will switch careers to areas that have social impact, including education and health care. “In their 50s and 60s, people’s priorities change,” he said. “They realize that the road doesn’t go on forever. I think it causes a lot of people to reevaluate what kind of job they want to do, what kind of life they want to lead.” Freedman founded and is CEO of Civic Ventures, which describes itself as a nonprofit think tank on boomers, work and social purpose. Its website, Encore.org, has information about moving from a private sector job to one with a nonprofit. Among its programs are Encore Fellowships, which provide stipends to help people make that transition. Leslye Louie, national director of the program and a former fellow herself, said the average fellow is around 55 or 57.
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More nurses opt for bachelor’s degrees COLUMBUS (AP) — The number of Ohio nurses pursuing bachelor’s degrees has soared in recent years, mirroring a national trend as hospitals seek caregivers with education beyond an associate’s degree. The Columbus Dispatch (http://bit.ly/Nr1uOj ) reports enrollment in so-called RN-toBSN programs in Ohio jumped from nearly 1,700 in 2008 to nearly 7,800 last year. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing says the national total increased 76 percent since 2007, rising to nearly 90,000 last year. Hospitals are encouraging increased education for nurses by providing tuition reimbursements, setting guidelines or requiring more advanced degrees. This year, Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus began requiring its new nurses to have bachelor’s degrees or earn them within five years. Its chief nursing officer says research indicates nurses with such training are better able to help deteriorating patients.
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or experiencing other surface irregularities, it’s best to strip it before staining. — If you’re using Flood OneCoat Waterproofing Finish, you can begin staining a few hours after you prepped the surface. Quick tip: If you’re using multiple cans of stain, mix them together for color consistency and continue to stir throughout the process. — Work the entire length of each board and make sure you are applying evenly throughout. If you are working on a vertical surface, start at the bottom and work up to avoid streaking. — Take your time to do a thorough job, but make sure you use only as much stain as the directions call for.
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Foot care tips to keep seniors moving
(ARA) — Just a few decades ago, the phrase “granny shoes” implied a tragic lack of coolness, and that the wearer had allowed comfort to trump style in their slow shuffle toward getting old. Those days are definitely gone. Today’s baby boomers and seniors are stepping out in everything from frisky flip-flops and hot heels to righteous running shoes and powerful hiking boots. Footwear is no longer dictated by age, but rather by the activity level and fashion sense of the wearer. Still, like everything else about our bodies, our feet change with age. Because of this, the steps we take to keep them healthy have to adjust accordingly. “While staying active is a great way to preserve overall health and can positively impact foot health, aging can naturally increase the risk of certain foot ailments,” says Joseph Caporusso, DPM, a podiatrist and president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). “It’s important to know the symptoms of age-related foot ailments and take steps to minimize their impact on your overall health.” APMA offers some information on common foot ailments to watch for as you age:
Arthritis While many health issues can cause arthritis, and it can affect people of any age, those older than 50 are most prone to it. The feet are more susceptible to this painful inflammation of the cartilage and lining of the joints because each foot has 33 joints — all of which help bear the weight of the entire body every day. Arthritic feet can lead to a loss of mobility if the condition is not diagnosed and treated. The causes of arthritis can range from heredity to injuries to bacterial or viral infections that affect the joints. Arthritis may take several forms, so if you’re experiencing foot pain, it’s best to have it diagnosed by a podiatrist. Symptoms that indicate it’s time to see the doctor include: Swelling in one or more joints, recurring pain or tenderness in any joint, Redness or heat in joints, loss of mobility in a joint, stiffness in the early morning, skin changes such as rashes or growths. Arthritis can be treated, but early diagnosis is important. Treatment options may include physical therapy, exercise or medication. Diabetes Foot-related complications are common among the nearly 26
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million Americans who have diabetes. Proper diet, exercise, medical care and careful home management can help people with diabetes avoid the most serious complications of the disease, including amputation. In addition to regular checkups with their podiatrist, people with diabetes can reduce their risk of complications with some basic foot care, including: Inspecting their feet daily, choosing thick, soft socks without seams that could rub or cause blisters, exercising daily, having new shoes properly measured and fitted, avoiding going barefoot, seeing a podiatrist for treatment of calluses, corns or warts, rather than trying to treat these conditions themselves. High blood pressure Hypertension can be related to a buildup of plaque in the blood vessels, a condition which can lead to decreased circulation in the legs and feet. Poor circulation can lead to the development of open wounds on the skin. Symptoms of poor circulation in the feet and legs include cramping, sores that take a long time to heal, changes in the color or temperature of the feet, and loss of hair on the feet and legs. Heel pain One of the most common foot complaints, heel pain can be
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The right kind of footwear is important for seniors to have, especially persons who have arthritis or diabetes.
caused by walking gait abnormalities, an injury, wearing poorly constructed footwear over the long term, or being overweight. Heel pain is often very treatable. A podiatrist can examine the heel, and may take X-rays to rule out bone problems as the source of the pain. Treatment may include anti-inflammatory medication, exercise and shoe recommendations, taping or strapping, or use of shoe inserts or orthotic devices. To minimize risks of developing heel pain, wear shoes that
fit well and have shock-absorbent soles, rigid shanks and supportive heel counters. Wear the proper type of shoe for the activity you’ll be doing. Warm up before exercising, and pace yourself while participating in athletic activities. “Foot pain does not need to be an inevitable part of growing older,” Caporusso says. “Wearing the right type of footwear for your needs, and paying attention to foot health can help keep boomers moving into their senior years.”
sections of local newspapers and websites to see what’s happening in the area. Festivals, exhibits and other special events are often free, and high schools and colleges frequently host sporting events, plays, concerts and lectures that are open to the public. Libraries are also an excellent source of free entertainment —
you can try out new authors, artists and genres with no risk by borrowing books, audiobooks, DVDs and CDs instead of purchasing them. You might even meet some interesting people while you’re out and about in the community. — Reassess your gift-giving habits. If you’ve ever found yourself rushing to the mall to buy a last-minute gift for a loved one’s birthday, chances are you’ve spent more than you originally planned, settled for something you suspected the recipient might end up exchanging, or avoided the decision by purchasing a safe but impersonal gift card. However, most of us don’t really need more things. Instead, consider giving your loved ones the gift of a shared experience.
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Family vacations are going the multigenerational route
(ARA) — Family travel, also referred to as multigenerational travel, is a growing trend not likely to slow any time soon, with more and more people considering the benefits of traveling with extended family. If the idea of taking a trip with your family — children, parents, grandparents or more — appeals to you, here are some tips that will help ensure your vacation is one everyone in the family will enjoy. Forty percent of U.S. leisure travelers — 20.8 million people — had taken a family trip in the previous 12 months, according to a 2011 Preferred Hotel Group study. This year the numbers could grow even more. To plan the best family trip, possible, follow these insider tips: — Make planning a group activity The most successful family vacations are when all family members are involved in choosing the destination. It will take some research to find the right locale for your vacation, and brainstorming with the entire group, young and old, to get ideas of where to go is a wise way to start your travel adventure. Do more people want a secluded trip with outdoor activity options, or does your family lean more
toward travel to a big city with lots of shopping and museum visits? If everyone has a say in what type of vacation they enjoy up front, it’s easier to narrow down destinations that will make everyone happy. — Find group accommodations While getting separate hotel rooms can work for family, having a large suite or private residence where the entire group can reside provides a more unified travel experience. The key is to find a place that is comfortable for all and provides many of the conveniences of home, but still feels like a grand escape. An extra consideration: Look for accommodations with a full kitchen so your family can cook and eat meals together as desired. Starting the day with a full family breakfast or ending it with fresh baked cookies and milk can be a bonding experience in itself. — Many resorts have accommodations appropriate for groups, such as the Inn on Woodlake or the American Club Resort in Kohler, Wis. The resort recently opened a nearby private cabin, Sandhill, nestled on 350 acres in the wilderness near the western shores of Lake Michigan and approximately an hour north of Milwaukee. The cabin is close enough so groups can enjoy the
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