Beans are a big part of my weekly diet, for many reasons. But there was a time when I could barely imagine eating them,
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A Cheap Death: How to Donate Your Body to Science
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about body donation programs? With little to no savings, I’m looking for a
Blood Sugar & Age: Keeping Things in Balance
By Brian Heppard, M.D. Glucose — or blood sugar — is essential fuel for the body. Depending on your age and health, developing Type
Healthcare in a Minute – October 2017
By George W. Chapman Hospitals Fail to Meet Expectations A report published by Kaufman, Hall and Associates revealed only 8 percent of 125 healthcare
Making New Friends: It’s Never Too Late
By Gwenn Voelckers Question: I’ve been divorced for about a year now, and struggle with loneliness. I miss the friends we shared as a
Turnips + Greens = Nutritional Powerhouse
Some things are just better together: Batman and Robin, peanut butter and jelly, Simon and Garfunkel, wine and cheese. Another remarkable duo? Turnips and
How to Find a Better Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I think I’m paying too much for the medications I take. I have a Medicare Part D prescription
How Does a ‘Continuum of Care’ Benefit Seniors?
By Diane Kane, M.D. For many seniors, moving to a retirement community is the perfect way to simplify their lives. Finding a community that
Healthcare in a Minute – September 2017
By George W. Chapman ACA Update It’s hard to report on the fate of this bill on a monthly basis because things are so
Living Alone Takes Courage
By Gwenn Voelckers I was inspired to write this column on courage after receiving the email below from a reader last month: Dear Gwenn,