Health & Wellness

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    Mistakes to Avoid When Buying an E-Bike

    The pandemic caused a biking boom. Bicycles became popular as people searched for ways to stay fit outside gyms, as well as for public transportation alternatives. E-bikes led the pack, with sales rising 145% from 2019 to 2020 — twice…

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    First Aid Myths You Should Always Ignore

    It’s important to know how to identify and treat minor accidents and injuries, but common knowledge in first aid isn’t immune to myths — most of which have circulated for decades. While some myths are harmless, others can cause further…

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    Places Where Diabetics Can Safely Eat Out

    Diabetics know they should limit carbohydrates, fats, and sugar and up their intake of fiber. The Diabetes Plate Method created by the American Diabetes Association suggests that about a quarter of each meal consist of carbohydrates, and most of those…

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    Where to Vacation if You Hate Bugs (and Where to Avoid)

    As summer arrives in full force, in many places, so do the bugs. If you’re like most outdoor enthusiasts, mosquitoes and black flies are on your list of things to avoid on summer vacation. To help you plan your vacation…

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    Strange Last Wishes: Funerals with Bizarre Twists

    The majority of people stipulate how to distribute their assets to their loved ones in their will and wind up with a mundane, run-of-the-mill funeral when they die. But there are plenty of people who are just not okay with…

  • Senior women smiling while holding and looking at a tablet, sitting on a grey couch with a chevron patterned blanket with a lamp and window in the background

    Products and Services to Make Seniors’ Lives Easier

    Older adults, people with disabilities, and folks recovering from injury can all benefit from products to make everyday tasks easier. From bathroom aids and medication management to kitchen gadgets and health care products, there are plenty of independent living aids…