Meds and Remedies Archives

Cholesterol is a prevalent issue, not only among the elderly but also among the young. Suffering from high cholesterol increases your risk of fatty deposit build-up in the blood vessels. This factor increases your risk of heart attack or stroke. Your body needs a certain amount of cholesterol for proper function. However, trouble arises when [...]

As you age, no matter how physically fit you are, you may be prone to serious hip injuries.  Hip injuries can be extremely debilitating, and painful and can lead to costly hip replacement procedures. This means you need to take care of your hips so that even if you do have a small accident, you [...]

Most often, with the advancement of age, we all have trouble sleeping. I, too have this problem. I have tried just about everything I could think of from acupuncture to aromatherapy, and just about anything, anyone has told me to try. However, nothing worked for me until the day someone told me to try drinking [...]

Indigestion is a frequent and common occurrence among the elderly. Burping, gas, and bloating can be extremely discomforting and is usually a sign of something that you ate that does not agree with you. Most often, there are several remedies for indigestion in our homes. If you do not have any remedies in your kitchen [...]

The older you get the more difficult it becomes to sleep through the night. Insomnia has become an epidemic and many adults, over the age of 50, suffer from insomnia. We, as older adults, require approximately 7 to 9 hours of uninterrupted sleep. Why I highlight the word, “uninterrupted” because most of us get up [...]

As a senior, you may be at risk of several dental problems. These problems, most often, do not stem from lack of oral hygiene, but from other factors. Your dental problems are very different from the dental problems you would have experienced in the past. Therefore, it is recommended you visit a dentist at least [...]

Nothing ruins a good day than a gnawing backache.  Chronic back pain can be a major discomfort, and rather debilitating for some, especially for those who are past 55+ age.  Your back pain could be because you lifted something heavy in the wrong manner or twisted your back playing golf. It could also be a [...]

With the staggering health care costs and evidence of long-term side effects of certain medications, the trend towards adopting natural home remedies is gaining increased popularity these days.  These can be easily made at home with natural ingredients from your own backyard or grocery store.  Home remedies have been in use for hundreds of thousands [...]

Approximately one in five American adults is diagnosed with arthritis. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention states arthritis is one of the main causes of disability in American seniors. The CDC further estimates the number of people suffering from arthritis will rise to 67 million by 2030. This ailment can cause extreme discomfort and [...]

Studies show that seniors take two to seven prescription drugs a day. For many older adults, keeping track of all these medications can be quite a challenge. However, it is vital that all these medications be taken as prescribed. Here are a few tips on how you can keep track of your medications. Stick to [...]

You may be able to skip the pharmacy counter and find some pretty powerful cold, and flu remedies in your own spice cabinet. Medications have their place of course, but often the first line of defense is getting our immune systems up to par going the natural route. Most of us are familiar with good [...]

Having your prescription Meds ordered online can be useful for active adults. Active adults often rely on prescription Meds more than any other age group. According to the HealthCare Financing Agency, about 89% of older adults use one or more prescription drugs. It also states that on average active adults spend around $700 to $800 [...]