Q I am newly retired and scared to death of boredom. Can you offer any tips for finding a volunteer gig?   A Congratulations on your retirement and on your decision to volunteer. Many people start a volunteer “job” search by looking at where they want to serve, but an important first step is to […]

(N) Nutrition. (E) Exercise. (W) Wellness. Our theme for 2015, mindfulness, includes thinking about nutrition, exercise and wellness as a holistic approach to overall health. This month we look at wellness. Indeed, what does it mean? Is it even a word? Is it the opposite of sickness? Wellness represents a shift in Western medicine, which has been focused on treating […]

Q My husband is trying to control his Type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise. Does any insurance cover professional help with nutrition? A Start with your doctor. Diabetes care includes access to the services of a Registered Dietitian (RD) covered by insurance. Medicare Part B covers “Medical Nutrition Therapy” when ordered by your doctor […]

(N) Nutrition. (E) Exercise. (W) Wellness. Our theme for 2015, mindfulness, includes thinking about nutrition, exercise and wellness as a holistic approach to overall health. This month we look at exercise and mindfulness. What is your idea of exercise? Some people walk. Others run. Some do yoga on a mat, and some from a chair. Tai Chi, dance, cycling, swimming, exercise class, […]