By Dr. Karen DeVore
Aging is a privilege, but how we age is largely within our control. While genetics play a role, lifestyle choices and proactive health management significantly impact our vitality, mobility and overall well-being. The good news? You don’t have to accept aches, fatigue and chronic diseases as...
By Maggie Dawson, Activities Director
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Walton Beach
By the end of this decade – which, after all, we’re halfway through – 1 in 4 of our fellow Floridians will be 65 or older. Our state will require more and more people to meet the...
By Kassia Garfield, Owner, MaxStrength Fitness, Niceville
Thermoregulation is the body’s ability to maintain a stable internal temperature, which is crucial for overall health and comfort. As we age, the body’s natural ability to regulate temperature becomes less efficient, putting older adults at higher risk for heat-related illnesses or hypothermia....
By Kay Leaman, Health Architect, HealthyDay HealthyLife
This very crucial nerve (the 10th of 12 cranial nerves) winds its way from the brain down the spinal column to the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, spleen and GI tract. As part of the parasympathetic system (rest and digest) its role is to...
By Stephenie Craig, Journey Bravely
Have you ever done something kind for someone you value to then feel like it went largely unnoticed? Do you feel frustrated when you spend time and energy investing in a relationship to feel like the other person doesn’t really see or appreciate your investment?...
By Lisa Leath-Turpin, Health & Wellness Coach
As we embark on another exciting year, it’s crucial to stay updated with the latest trends to make the most of our fitness journey. Survey results are in; the health and fitness industries continue to grow. So, let’s embrace the new wave of...
By Bobby Parker
As the seasons change and the air gets crisp, so does the likelihood of sniffles, sore throats and seasonal viruses. The Tortoise Clinic, located in Santa Rosa Beach, believes in blending Eastern and Western medicine to support the immune system naturally. Their medical-grade dispensary, open to the...
By Teresa Halverson, Director of Business Development/Community Relations
Understanding when long-term care becomes necessary can be a challenging and emotional journey for families. Long-term care refers to a range of services and support provided to individuals who are unable to perform basic daily activities due to chronic illness, disability or...
By Bobby Parker
As the seasons change and the air gets crisp, so does the likelihood of sniffles, sore throats and seasonal viruses. The Tortoise Clinic, located in Santa Rosa Beach, believes in blending Eastern and Western medicine to support the immune system naturally. Their medical-grade dispensary, open to the...
