Dear Magic, A good belly laugh feels great sometimes. And, I heard laughing can be therapeutic and can even help stave off chronic pain, stress, depression, and diabetes. A friend of mine who lives in a retirement community recently told me she does something called laughing yoga? Unfortunately, my friend has early stages of dementia, […]
Sleepless Nights? You Can Put the Pills Away
Older people experiencing age-related sleep issues are likely to find more long-term relief through the use of regular exercise than they ever will by means of drug-related sleep aids. There are a number of reasons why exercise, particularly if performed at the right time of day, is considered the most positive sleep aid for seniors. […]