Sugar’s not so sweet side

Alzheimer’s continues to be one of the most heart-wrenching diseases of our time.   The most recent research can be found on the ALZ.org website as well as useful information on the thought to be causes contributing to Alzheimer’s and useful tips on how you might prevent Alzheimer’s.   There is no foolproof prevention but…

Colds are as common in the spring as they are in the winter. The CDC and Nature Sunshine Vitamins recommend that you do not let your guard down and you can protect yourself and others by:  1) Washing & drying your hands often – germs cling to wet surfaces.  2) Cover your sneezes and coughs…

The rising cost of prescription drugs is scarey as many of us are struggling to fit the escalating costs into our shrinking monthly budget.  The same cholesterol  drug can cost $ll at one pharmacy to as much as $100 at another.  That is right not only are the drug companies increasing costs but the costs…

Medicare continues to add to the allure of Advantage plans.  They now allow all Medicare beneficiaries a one-time opportunity to swich to a 5-star Medicare Advantage plan or prescription drug plan in their area any time during the year.  Implementing the Affordable Care Act requirement that all Medicare Advantage Plan sponsors spend at least 85%…