Today's Health Show 390

It seems that everywhere we turn these days, we’re bombarded with bad news about carbohydrates; and low carb diets are the latest thing. So should we stop eating our favorite foods, including bread, rice and pasta?
The first day of school often indicates the end of summer and the start of fall. It’s a time when the kids come home with homework assignments, special projects and the common cold.
It’s that time of the year when cold and flu season has the potential to make our lives miserable. Nobody looks forward to to the coughing, sneezing, runny nose and aches and pains, not to mention the sore throat that accompanies many colds and flu’s.
As our bodies age, our joints naturally wear down. But it’s not uncommon for younger men and women to suffer from joint discomfort.
Many of us know the feeling of waking up in the morning, unable to see and blindly searching for glasses. Or to sit on the sidelines during water activities because it affects our ability to see.
People today are living longer and enjoying a more active life. That’s why it’s important for seniors to plan for long-term health care financial needs and communicate their wishes to their family.