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By Metrocreative A nutritious diet is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. And for older adults, the right diet can be a key part of treating any number of health issues. In fact, changing one’s diet may be something anyone can consider if they are feeling sluggish. Food can be a helpful ally for people dealing with fatigue and
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By Metrocreative Golf carts are not necessarily reserved for those hitting the links. While it’s true that a cart makes it easier for golfers to make their way around a course, golf carts are quite popular in and around many residential neighborhoods as well. Global Market Insights says the golf cart market was valued at $2.5 billion in 2023, with
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By Chelsea Retherford | Living 50 Plus When Radell Key saw an ad in 2018 seeking dancers for the Singing River Squares at The Club senior center in Florence, he had no partner and no past dancing experience. Having just moved to the Shoals from Savannah, Tennessee, a year prior, he wasn’t even sure he’d know anyone among the regular
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Rain or shine — or even a little snow — chances are a group of Shoals residents are meeting down by the river at McFarland Park in Florence to practice tai chi, a low-impact, ancient Chinese martial art that combines meditation and exercise. “First of all, it’s really wonderful to be outside,” said Jan Post, a regular attendant to the
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By Metrocreative For many sports fans, the kickoff to football season means the time to tailgate has returned as well. Tailgating evolved from informal fan gatherings by the tailgate of a supply wagon preceding the earliest college football games. Today, it involves setting up temporary camp in the parking lot of everything from neighborhood schools to city stadiums before a
» Read moreBy Anne D’nnocenzio | The Associated Press NEW YORK — Brenda Edwards considers the four bedroom ranch-style house where she has lived for 20 years her forever home. It’s where the 70-year-old retired nurse and her 79-year-old husband want to stay as their mobility becomes more limited. So she hired an interior designer for $20,000 and spent another $95,000 to
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Metrocreative Exercise provides a number of measureable benefits for people of all ages, including older adults. Swimming is one exercise that may be especially beneficial.Many people learn to swim in childhood and sharpen that skill as they get older. Though swimming devotees may get in the water for fun rather than fitness, this popular, joyful and relaxing pastime may be
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