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had insufficient levels of vitamin D, despite being told by their doctors to take both vitamin D and calcium. If your diet does not include adequate vitamin D, which can be found in fortified dairy products, egg yolks, and fish, then vitamin D supplements can help meet your needs. Calcium can be found in a variety of products, including fortified cereals and juices, dark leafy greens like broccoli, almonds and a host of dairy products. * Visit your physician. Few people might know that bone health is actually measurable. A bone density screening can assess your bone health, while FRAX(R), an online tool developed by the World Health Organization, evaluates a individuals risk of fracture based on a host of factors, including age, weight, height and your medical history. FRAX(R) models give a 10-year probability of fracture, which can help prevent injuries down the road for those people whose risk might not be immediate. The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends all women begin receiving bone density screenings at age 65. However, women with additional risk factors, including smokers, those with low weight or a thin frame, family history of osteoporosis, late onset of menstrual periods, and a history of anorexia or bulimia, should consult their physician about screenings regardless of their age. * Get out and exercise. Exercise is another great way to protect your bones. Unless you suddenly embrace competitive weightlifting, exercise wont increase your bone density, but it will help you maintain the bone density you already have. Something as simple as walking can help maintain bone density, as can other weightbearing activities like jogging.
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person will have to part with a number of his belongings collected over time. To make the process easier, first assess how much space there will be in the new home. Many times floor plans or room dimensions are available. First measure large items, such as furniture, to be sure they will fit in the rooms. Then think about storage possibilities. Next, make a running list of what items can be discarded and where those items will go. Some belongings can be donated to charity, while others may be given to family and friends. Many other things could end up in the trash or recycling bins. Knowing where things will go will make them easier to sort. For those doing a major clean-out of the home, it could be efficient to hire a dumpster to be placed on-site. This way, larger bulk items can simply be tossed inside. Some municipalities restrict what can be placed in the regular trash or how much garbage can be collected, so this alleviates the stress of dealing with excess trash. When actually beginning to get rid of things, start with the areas that receive the least amount of use. Belongings stored in the attic or basement may be simply taking up space and hold less sentimental value. People can then work their way toward items that are used on a regular basis. It can be cathartic to clear out clutter and get ready to start anew. Some people find they have to downsize because of financial reasons. In these cases, thinning out belongings can also be a way to earn a few extra bucks. Selling or auctioning off seldom used items may produce a little extra cash that can help finance moving expenses or even bills.
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Cardiovascular weight-bearing activities can be coupled with strength training, which recent studies have found may improve bone mineral density, something that could delay the onset of osteoporosis and reduce your risk of fracture. A gym will likely have all of the strength-training materials you will need, but you can also purchase some hand weights or additional resistance training products to ensure your bones are getting adequate exercise. Consult a physician before beginning an exercise regimen, especially if you have recently had a fracture. More information about protection your bones is available at www.nof.org.
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clothing. Clothing that is gently worn can be passed down to children or even donated. * Walk. During the Depression, cars were a luxury many people could not afford. Walking or taking a bus or train were some popular modes of transportation, and such options are still available today. * Use cloth diapers and linens. Reusable items, like cloth diapers, handkerchiefs and linens, are more environmentally responsible. * Get outdoors. Instead of relying on television, which had yet to be invented during the Depression, children and adults went outdoors to socialize and have fun. * Open the windows. Instead of relying heavily on air conditioning, try opening the windows on nice days and let some fresh air in. * Use clothes lines. Clothes dryers use about 10 to 15 percent of domestic energy in the U.S. A clothesline can help reduce electric bills and energy consumption. * Get into gardening. If you can grow what you eat, that reduces the dependence on commercially produced and harvested crops. Many elements of the Go Green movement are similar to those employed during the Depression, when survival mandated people reuse and recycle items.
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While many seniors are going green today for altruistic reasons, it also makes good financial sense. Recycling items, conserving utilities and fuel and making smart choices can stretch a fixed income even further. Choosing to walk or ride a bike instead of getting behind the wheel may be not only environmentally friendly, but its financially savvy as well. Here are some ways of living straight out of the Great Depres-sion that can be put to use today. * Use the milk-man. Although it may seem like the milkman is extinct, milk and other dairy products can still be delivered straight to a persons home from a local dairy or farm. Adding re-usable milk bottles re-duces the reliance on disposable containers, while buying local cuts down on the fuel costs necessary to transport products. * Pass down
death. The key to reducing injury is to prevent falls and ready the body should a fall occur. * Exercise regularly, as much as is possible for your level of health. Low-impact activities, such as Tai Chi and yoga can improve balance, flexibility and strength. * Ask your doctor to review your medications to see if any side effects are loss of balance, vertigo or something that can compromise mobility. Some medicines may also contribute to fragile bones. * Improve the lighting in your home. Illuminate staircases and entryways. Place night lights in bathrooms or hallways for ease of traveling in dim light. * Most falls occur in the bathroom and kitchen. In the bathroom, place grab bars that make it easier to enter and exit the shower. Consider using a seat in the shower if you become lightheaded or feel unbalanced. * Have your vision checked by a professional every year to
ensure your prescription is unchanged. If your glasses or contact lenses are adding difficulty to walking properly, address this with your eye doctor. * Look around the home and identify potential fall hazards, such as unsecured rugs or cluttered furniture. Remove the hazards. * Use an assistance device if you feel unsteady. A cane or walker can provide a little more balance, if needed. * Wear shoes or slippers with nonslip soles for better traction. * Ask for help with tasks that involve climbing, heacy lifting or standing on a stool or ladder. * Sit on the edge of the bed for a few minutes before standing up. This will enable your blood pressure to equalize and prevent dizziness while standing. * Limit alcohol consumption, especially if it can interfere with medication you are taking. * Eat a balanced diet and take a calcium supplement to help strengthen bones.
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Young adults and even established families are finding that the economic crunch is taking its toll on their ability to make it on their own. The scarcity of jobs and high foreclosure rates is leading a number of adult-age children to solicit their parents for a place to stay. While the situation is often billed to be temporary, the economic downturn might linger longer than expected.
Recent census figures indicate that more than 80 million parents who generally would be empty nesters actually have at least one grown child living at home. Whether this is a result of the economic downturn, adult children caring for aging parents or another financial situation, the rates are growing. Whats happening is that individuals who grew accustomed to their independent lifestyles are forced once again to make compromises living under the same roof. The results can be tenuous. H o w e v e r, there are steps to take to help the situation work. * There has to be a legitimate need for children to move back home. It cant simply be a whim or lack of ambition. * Parents should see a real need to help their child or children. * The situation should be presented as a temporary one, with a firm deadline. Children are expected to find new living arrangements as soon as possible. * The children contribute to the household
in a tangible method. This can involve financial contributions, housework, caring for parents or a combination of factors. * It is important for the child to have a good relationship with Mom. Studies indicate that a happier household is indicative of mother and child cohabitating well. The relationship with the father isnt as important, behavior experts say. * The parents relationship should be strong and established. Newlyweds welcoming an adult child (who will be a stepchild to one parent) could face tension. * Set ground rules for the house. Remember, the child is living under his or her parents roof. Parents rules apply. * Give each other the space needed. Three or more adults living in a space can eat away at nerves, especially if everyone has their idea of how things should be done. Respect others privacy and spend time alone when possible.
* Parents should not feel obligated to care for their adult childrens kids if they are moving in as well. Dont take over responsibility or diminish your childs authority over his or her own progeny. * Do not sacrifice your own financial future to help your children. Decide how much you want and can afford to help.