Articles for Seniors

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Staying Active as You Age: Habits That Keep You Moving
Practical, grounded habits for staying active and resilient in your 50s, 60s and beyond. Read more...
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Staying Active When It Gets Cold: Winter Habits for Active Adults
Simple ways to keep moving through a Kansas winter without slipping, overdoing it or giving up the habit. Read more...
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A Gentle 10-Minute Morning Routine for Stiffer Mornings
Ten easy minutes of warming up, moving and breathing to start the day, built for people who wake up a little stiff. Read more...
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Questions to Bring to Your Doctor About CBD
A short, plain checklist for talking with your doctor before you try any hemp product, especially if you take daily medication. Read more...
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CBD for Seniors: What to Know Before You Start
CBD is generally well tolerated by older adults, and topical balms are a popular, gentle starting point. Talk to your doctor first if you take prescription medications, and only buy... Read more...
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Did Medicare Start Paying for CBD? Not Quite — Here's What Actually Happened
Headlines promised free CBD through Medicare. The truth is narrower and worth understanding: Medicare pays nothing, there is no way to sign up, and it is not a seniors-only program. Read more...
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How to Read a CBD Label (and Spot a Product You Shouldn't Trust)
A trustworthy CBD label tells you four things: total CBD in milligrams, CBD per serving, THC content, and a QR code or batch number linking to an independent lab report. Read more...
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Balm or Gummy? How to Choose Between Topical and Oral CBD
Topicals work locally on the spot where you apply them and barely enter the bloodstream. Gummies work through your whole body. Many people use both. Read more...