6 Surprising Factors That Can Lead to Kidney Disease
March is National Kidney Month, and we at Bankers Fidelity want to raise awareness about how kidney failure can occur. In many cases, it’s possible to find yourself facing kidney failure because of a few common habits that are actually pretty harmful to your kidneys. Here are a few of the most surprising factors […]
Small Differences That Make a Big Impact on Your Heart Health
Small Differences That Make a Big Impact on Your Heart Health February might be known as American Heart Awareness Month, but March is informally known as the month when all those suggestions are finally taken into consideration and tried out! Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. today. It […]
5 Exercises for a Healthier Heart
5 Exercises for a Healthier Heart If you want to keep your heart healthy and ward off heart disease before it sets in, there’s no denying that a healthy diet and regular exercise schedule are two of the best ways to do this. Exercise that focuses on cardiovascular activity — which is also known as […]
Eat Your Way to a Healthier Heart
Eat Your Way to a Healthier Heart Proper nutrition is one of the most important aspects in a healthy lifestyle. It’s also something that can help you fight off heart disease before it sets in! Many adults associate the word “diet” with a negative connotation, because the typical diets you hear about focus on what […]
Glaucoma Awareness Month: What You Need To Know About ‘The Sneak Thief of Sight’
Have you visited your eye doctor for an exam recently? If you haven’t had an appointment in the last year or two, it’s definitely time to schedule one now. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, so we think it’s time to go over some quick facts about this disease — especially if you haven’t talked about […]
Short Term Benefits for Elderly Care
Short-term care has become a popular option for people who are deciding to invest in life insurance. Short-term insurance policies are less expensive than traditional long-term care policies and are more specific with the coverage they provide. The benefits of short-term care, listed below, are direct in what they cover and have more limitations […]
Quick Guide: Important Health Stats to Monitor
Thanks to advancements in medicine and technology, the golden years continue to get better! Monitoring your health as you age is essential, as your body will often need special attention it didn’t require in its youth. Aging doesn’t need to be a painful process if you take the necessary precautions. Healthy aging can help you […]
Strength Training for Strong Bones: You Don’t Have to Be a Scary Statistic
If you are over 50, you have a 1 in 2 chance of an osteoporosis-related fracture. No longer considered a “women’s disease,” there is compelling evidence that osteoporosis also affects men. Most men whose lifestyle choices put them at risk do not recognize the disease as a significant threat to their mobility and independence. The […]
Top Five Senior Series
You lead a busy life, and we know you want to stay abreast of the latest information on taking care of yourself and staying financially fit. So, we pulled together the best sites from around the Web to give you resources and answers on common topics of interest. Medicare Kaiser Family Foundation: http://kff.org/medicare/ Medicare Rights […]
Superfoods to Protect Your Eyes, Lungs, Heart, and Brain
Nutrient-rich superfoods pack a powerful antioxidant punch to your body’s health and well-being. Their inflammation fighting properties help protect your eyes, lungs, heart, and brain from age-related degeneration. For seniors, an antioxidant-rich diet in the following foods and drinks can help boost the immune system and provide major health benefits. Vision Health Like the […]