According to ThinkAdvisor, only 26% of U.S. adults have an estate plan. Most people understand that estate planning is important but never seem to get around to doing it. As a senior, you should start estate planning as soon as possible. You may, however, fear thinking that the process requires complex documents. Yet, with simple…
According to the CDC, it’s estimated that nearly fourteen million seniors fall each year. Now seniors fall for a lot of different reasons. Often it’s because of declines in mobility or balance. However, there’s one secret culprit when it comes to many senior falls: unsafe lighting. When a living space is dark and poorly lit,…
You might not know this: adults consume an average of 17 teaspoons of added sugar daily, according to the CDC. That’s well above the recommended limits and can quietly lead to weight gain and other health struggles. Are you wondering how such a sweet addition to meals could cause so much trouble? Sugar sneaks into…
It’s alarming that Americans eat two to three times more sugar than what’s recommended each day, according to the American Heart Association. Sugar is in sweets, snacks, and even foods you might think are healthy. Cutting out sugar can improve your health, energy, and mood. How can you realistically kick sugar to the curb? Read…
The Bureau of Labor recently looked at volunteerism across the nation on a typical day and found that seniors comprise the largest volunteer demographic. Many seniors are in a unique position of not only having more time to offer but also specialized knowledge and skills. In other words, you could be a huge asset to…
Researchers recently found magnesium can lower systolic blood pressure by an average of 4.18 mm Hg and diastolic pressure by 2.27 mm Hg, according to Health. For anyone managing hypertension, especially seniors, those numbers are a lifeline to better health. At Morada Lawton, we understand how vital it is to find natural, effective ways to…
According to WebMD, Insomnia symptoms plague nearly half of all older adults, disrupting their nightly rest and cognitive well-being. Fortunately, nature offers a soothing solution in herbal teas for sleep. These calming brews can help seniors unwind before bedtime, paving the way for a restful night and improved mental clarity. You’ll discover that incorporating the…