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Category: Over 50s and Elderly

A Category for Over 50s, Baby Boomers, Elderly as well because there are so many people in their 70s like myself who Like using Computers/Internet these days. Even into their 80s and 90s. I’m adding our Wonderful Centenarians – in Australia and Overseas because I think they are Simply Great. And I have it in mind to share some of their Health Tips and Celebrations by New Year 24…..this is a New Category!

Published on Leave a comment on The Use Of Weedkiller Glyphosate At Harvest Time

By Anna Lamche BBC

Hi Folks, I will be checking this out in Australia. This is what's going on in the UK. They buy Glyphosate and RoundUp like we do in Australia. I do know that Oats are Harvested this way here in Our Country - Except for Organic Oats, so please try to buy those instead. I always do because I like my Oats. There are the Aldi ones, Macro in Woolworths, Red Tractor at Coles, and More at reasonable prices. Do please buy Rolled Oats rather than Quick Oats because the Valuable Nutrients are thrashed out of them whereas Organic Rolled Oats help to give you Good Wholesome Nutrition along with Whole Milk over Low-Fat Milk which is better for you Nerve Cells and Brain Cells, and Raw Honey, very Nutritious over Processed Honey which is Heat Treated and often Fake.

PS: I did Check and Verify this is practiced in Australia too - pretty wide spread. And I will Research Further, to give you an idea of what Companies don't practice this Dry Before Harvest method for Easy Harvesting - a Convenience Routine. Give me a little time please.…

Published on Leave a comment on A Personal Word From Janet Re Politics and Why I Am Writing Some Articles Of This Nature

By Janet Vargas - Defending Our Country and Our People
a Health, Nature and People's Advocate

Like many of you, I am absolutely Fed-Up with Labor and Coalition Governments, and So Desire for Us to Take Ownership of Our Country Again. I can honestly say I've NEVER been a Party Voter and have Always Voted for Independents. For quite some time now (several months) I have been watching a significant number of YouTube Videos on Pauline Hanson and One Nation because they REALLY Stand Against the Destructive Albanese Government that has Continually Grieved Our People SO MUCH.

I am Now Backing PAULINE and BARNABY 100% and have decided to Support them on OURS AUSTRALIA because they Really Ring "TRUE BLUE" with me, and they Actually Do GIVE US A VOICE in those Parliament Sessions and are Deserving of All My Votes (And Yours) Permanently. Our Government is so full of Selfish Pen-Pushing, Empty-Words, Bureaucrats after "Money, Money" that increasingly seems to be their One Ambition for being there. It disgusts me (as it does so many of us)

I have dedicated Many Hours (I don't really have with several Websites to run) watching SKY NEWS and Similar that has been instrumental in this Commitment I've made.…

Published on Leave a comment on Overlooked and Hidden Risks in Maltodextrin and Dextrose Added to Many Food Products Including Some So-Called Healthy Products

By Janet Vargas - Independent Natural Health Researcher 30+ Yrs

Hi Friends, the Dextrose added to Products first came to my attention about 25 Yrs ago when a significant amount of it was added to some Fruit and Veggie Powders
I bought from a "Health Company" in Queensland. They said it was added to keep the Powders "Free Flowing" but I noticed they went hard in a short time anyway.
I had Beetroot Powder and Broccoli Powder among them. The Maltodextrin added to a lot of Products came to my attention about 8-12 Months ago when I heard an excellent Video by Eric Berg on YouTube. Most of his Videos are Good. Understandably, I have real reservations about Keto Diets though which he has to do with as well sometimes.

I will call on Google AI Overviews and Chat GPT assistance for this Article.
I know what I am looking for. There will be several Sections of Helpful Advice as well.

I will give you a little helpful Tip here for when you are reading some particular Health Related Articles on this Website, and it goes like this: If you consider adopting Real Foods in place of Processed and Ultra Processed Foods and Homemade Meals Mostly instead of Takeaways and Premade Meals, you don't have so much Checking of Labels to do, hey?…

Published on Leave a comment on 10 Things You Can Do Every Day To Support Your Brain Health and Things To Watch Out For

by Sara Moniuszko, USA TODAY

Want to protect your brain health as you age? Experts say there are things
you can do that make a difference.

According to the Alzheimer's Association's annual report released earlier this month, many health factors can influence brain function later in life. For example, daily behaviors that benefit physical health − like regular movement, good sleep and a nutritious diet − also play a central role in delaying cognitive decline.

While the organization notes it's "never too early or too late to start" incorporating these habits, it's particularly relevant during Midlife, when the long-term implications of a "cognitive reserve" are more apparent.

"Cognitive reserve works like a mental savings account: The more one adds to the account throughout life, including in their late 30s through their early 60s, the more they can withdraw later if the brain is affected by cognitive-related diseases," the report adds.

To help maintain a healthy brain, incorporate some or all of these habits into your life, the organization suggests:

  1. Challenge your brain. Keep mentally active through new or challenging activities, the organization suggests. Examples include learning a new skill or language, reading difficult material or learning to play a challenging strategy game.
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Published on Leave a comment on Study Finds Shoe Choice May Affect Osteoarthritis Differently

By Ida-Marie Palm Varaek MSN

According to Medical Xpress, researchers Kade Paterson and Rana Hinman discuss two clinical trials published in Annals of Internal Medicine.

The most recent study published in Annals of Internal Medicine (1) followed 120 people with hip osteoarthritis.

 Participants wore either flat, flexible shoes or stable, supportive shoes for six months.

The researchers found no meaningful difference in pain reduction between the two groups.

However, a 2021 study published in Annals of Internal Medicine (2) involving 164 people with knee osteoarthritis showed different results.

In that trial, participants who wore stable, supportive shoes experienced greater pain relief while walking than those wearing flat footwear.

Together, the findings indicate that footwear recommendations may need to be tailored to the specific joint involved.

There Are More Comfortable Shoes To Wear These Days
Try Them!

How footwear influences joint load

According to the researchers, shoes change how forces move through the legs during walking.

Biomechanical studies show that raised heels shift body weight forward and increase stress on the knee joint.

Even moderate heel heights have been linked to higher knee loading compared with walking barefoot.

Stiff soles and arch support can also affect how forces are distributed.…

Published on Leave a comment on Is It Safe To Eat Sprouted Potatoes? A Toxicologist Settles It and How To Keep Them Better

By Isadora Baum – EatingWell

Here's what you should know before cooking that green or sprouted spud.

Key Points

  • You should throw away sprouted potatoes to avoid potential glycoalkaloid poisoning.
  • Glycoalkaloid poisoning may cause stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea and, in severe cases, fever.
  • Storing potatoes in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from sunlight, is best.

Sprouted and Green Potatoes Are Toxic
Not Worth The Risk!!!

Potatoes are a nutritious and versatile vegetable—whether fried or mashed, they're delicious in all forms. Those little spuds pack plenty of health benefits and are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. And while most potatoes are completely safe to eat, potatoes that have sprouted or have green spots contain a higher level of a natural toxin that might make you sick after consumption. That's why it's best to monitor the appearance of the potatoes you're storing.

Lauren Harris-Pincus, M.S., RDN, author of The Everything Easy Pre-Diabetes Cookbook and The Protein-Packed Breakfast Club, explains, "Potatoes contain two kinds of glycoalkaloids, both natural toxins, called solanine and chaconine, and while the whole potato contains these glycoalkaloids, the concentration is highest in the eyes, green skin and sprouts that form."…

Published on Leave a comment on Farmers Are Wonderful People – We Enjoy Their Produce Each Day – Let’s Defend Their Interests and Give Them a Fair Go!

By Janet Vargas - People's Advocate on Ours Australia!

I'M WISHING TO PROTECT and DEFEND OUR FARMERS. WILL YOU COME and JOIN ME - WITH YOUR COMMENTS and SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THINGS YOU READ HERE? WE WHO LIVE IN THE CITIES AND SUBURBS SHOULD STOP THINKING OF THEM AS SEPERATE TO US (because we have a different say of life) MAYBE "Poor Farmers, they're on the News again" IS THE BEST THOUGHTS WE COME UP WITH Like it's their Plight WHEN THEY PROVIDE OUR FOOD EVERYDAY. WE SHOULD FIND IT IN OUR HEARTS TO CLOSE THIS "Separation" THING. HONESTLY FRIENDS, WE COULD NOT "Live Without Them" YES REALLY. THINK ABOUT IT and LET THEM KNOW We Care About Them - They're Not On Their Own Anymore IN THE CHALLENGES THEY FACE For Us and Their Families. WOULD YOU CARE TO JOIN ME?

Through the years, there has been such disregard for Farmers - we buy most our Groceries in Fancy Packets and Produce from Modern Supermarkets, forgetting Our FARMERS WHO FEED US - they somehow don't come to mind. I was brought up close to a Dairyman and barley Crops across the road from us and Eggs from the neighbours, in a small Country Beach Town for 14 years before living North-East of the City.…

Published on Leave a comment on More About Kiwi Fruit: So Good For You – New Variety Ruby-Red Berry Delicious!

By Janet Vargas Independent Natural Health Researcher 30+ Yrs

Hi Folks, I posted an Article about Kiwis in Mid-March, they are So Good for Us. I just found out they are Good for Our Eyes, in addition to their other Benefits. And when you look at this according to Food Signatures (Key Benefits found in certain foods, referred to as the Doctrine of Signatures by the Greeks many years ago when they resemble a specific part of our Body) a Carrot when sliced resembles the Iris in our Eyes AND so does a Kiwi when sliced, hey? So from that perspective, it is not too surprising to hear a Natural Health Scientist mention Kiwi's Benefit for Our Eyes in a YouTube Video recently, never-the-less pleasantly surprising.

Today, I had a wonderful experience when shopping in one of the Aldi Stores - a discovery that there is a Ruby-Red Kiwi Fruit available from a company called Zepri in New Zealand in addition to Sungold Kiwis. They are selling here in Australia and Internationally now.

Zespri Ruby-Red Kiwifruit
Berry Delicious!

It's Interesting to note that each one of these Kiwi Fruits have different Nutrient Profiles and Benefits (Variation-Wise) in addition to their Colours.…

Published on Leave a comment on 10 Fruits That Prove Food Really Is Good Medicine

By Mie Moller Bie on MSN

When it comes to healing, the kitchen can be just as powerful as the pharmacy. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds, these ten fruits do more than satisfy cravings but also support digestion, boost immunity, and protect long-term health.

1. Guava: Vitamin-C Power Punch

Guava delivers more vitamin C than most citrus says Pharmrep, along with fiber and potassium. Its tiny seeds add crunch while supporting digestion. Try it sliced with lime, blended into smoothies, or stirred into yogurt.

2. Blueberries: Tiny but Mighty

Packed with anthocyanins, blueberries help combat oxidative stress. They pair with breakfast bowls, salads, or a simple handful as a snack. Regular bites support brain and heart health says Sciencedirect.

3. Papaya: Gentle on the Gut

Papaya’s enzyme papain helps break down proteins and ease bloating says Arabian Journal of Chemistry. It’s rich in vitamins A and C for skin and immune support. Cube it for fruit salads or spoon it straight from the shell.

4. Kiwi: Small Fruit, Big Benefits

Kiwi’s actinidin aids digestion while fiber promotes regularity. One fruit covers a big chunk of daily vitamin C needs.…

Published on Leave a comment on New study: Full-Fat Cheese Linked To A Lower Risk Of Dementia and Truth About Non-Fat Mania

By Ida-Marie Palm Varaek from Welltica

A large study shows an association between the consumption of full-fat cheese and the risk of dementia in certain groups.

For many years, low-fat foods have been promoted as the safer choice for health.

In particular, low-fat dairy products have been recommended to reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.

At the same time, interest is growing in how diet affects the brain and the risk of dementia.

Dietary Guidelines

According to international and Nordic dietary guidelines, the intake of saturated fat should be limited.

These recommendations are based on large population studies aimed at reducing the risk of, among other things, cardiovascular diseases.

Dietary research, however, is often complex. People do not eat individual foods in isolation, and diet is closely linked to education, income, and lifestyle.

A Long-Term Study

A Swedish study, published in the journal Neurology, contributes new data to the debate.

In the study, researchers followed 27,670 adults over 25 years. During this period, 3,208 participants developed dementia.

The researchers accounted for several uncertainties, including by excluding individuals who already had dementia at the start of the study and by analyzing the results without those who became ill early on.…