Ashland At Home https://ashlandathome.org/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:30:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://ashlandathome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cropped-aah-favicon-32x32.jpg Ashland At Home https://ashlandathome.org/ 32 32 Engaging Your Brain https://ashlandathome.org/engaging-your-brain/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:30:03 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3105 The idea that humans only use 10% of their brain’s potential is a widely circulated myth with no scientific basis. In reality, brain imaging studies show that we use most of our brain, with different regions becoming active for various tasks.  With StrongerMemory exercises, you engage the prefrontal cortex of your brain as well as the hippocampus. These two […]

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]]> The idea that humans only use 10% of their brain’s potential is a widely circulated myth with no scientific basis. In reality, brain imaging studies show that we use most of our brain, with different regions becoming active for various tasks. 

With StrongerMemory exercises, you engage the prefrontal cortex of your brain as well as the hippocampus. These two parts of the brain work together to support focus and memory recall. And by engaging these sections of the brain, you help yourself maintain brain health.

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]]> Living your best life while aging https://ashlandathome.org/living-your-best-life-while-aging/ Fri, 10 Jan 2025 21:24:59 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3087 “A Brief But Spectacular take on living your best life while aging”From PBS News Weekend (3:50 min)

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]]> “A Brief But Spectacular take on living your best life while aging”From PBS News Weekend (3:50 min)

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]]> Historic numbers of Americans live by themselves https://ashlandathome.org/historic-numbers-of-americans-live-by-themselves/ Fri, 10 Jan 2025 21:19:33 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3084 Historic numbers of Americans live by themselves as they age. This is, first and foremost, an older women’s issue, because women outlive men and because they’re less likely to remarry after being widowed or divorcing. Twenty-seven percent of women ages 65 to 74 live alone, compared with 21% of men. After age 75, an astonishing […]

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]]> Historic numbers of Americans live by themselves as they age. This is, first and foremost, an older women’s issue, because women outlive men and because they’re less likely to remarry after being widowed or divorcing. Twenty-seven percent of women ages 65 to 74 live alone, compared with 21% of men. After age 75, an astonishing 43% of women live alone, compared with only 24% for men.

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]]> How to Free Up Space On Your Device https://ashlandathome.org/how-to-free-up-space-on-your-device/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:30:51 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3093 How to Free Up Space On Your Device. In this Cyber-Seniors session, teen tech mentors discuss effective strategies to clear clutter and optimize storage on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. (21 min.)

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]]> How to Free Up Space On Your Device. In this Cyber-Seniors session, teen tech mentors discuss effective strategies to clear clutter and optimize storage on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. (21 min.)

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]]> Relief for Eye Discomfort https://ashlandathome.org/relief-for-eye-discomfort/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:27:20 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3090 Finding Relief for Eye Discomfort. Are your eyes tired, dry, or achy? Many factors can contribute to these types of symptoms. But a big culprit can be intense use of your eyes. Spending too much time looking at screens and held devices, like smartphones, can strain your eyes. So can normal aging.

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]]> Finding Relief for Eye Discomfort. Are your eyes tired, dry, or achy? Many factors can contribute to these types of symptoms. But a big culprit can be intense use of your eyes. Spending too much time looking at screens and held devices, like smartphones, can strain your eyes. So can normal aging.

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]]> PROJECT UNLONELY FILMS SEASON 8 https://ashlandathome.org/project-unlonely-films-season-8/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:23:37 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3049 Play Date This 16 minute film that speaks to the heart about what meaningful connection looks like and feels like. Whether the film makes a person feel gratitude for the connections they have, or a film that inspires a person to seek out the connections they need, a viewer is left inspired and uplifted.

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]]> Play Date This 16 minute film that speaks to the heart about what meaningful connection looks like and feels like. Whether the film makes a person feel gratitude for the connections they have, or a film that inspires a person to seek out the connections they need, a viewer is left inspired and uplifted.

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]]> Safer Food Choices for People With Weakened Immune Systems  https://ashlandathome.org/safer-food-choices-for-people-with-weakened-immune-systems/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:23:14 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3046 Safer Food Choices for People With Weakened Immune Systems  People with weakened immune systems have a higher risk of food poisoning. That’s because a weakened immune system may make it more difficult for your body to fight germs and sickness effectively. Weakened immune systems may be due to diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, alcoholism, HIV, […]

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]]> Safer Food Choices for People With Weakened Immune Systems  People with weakened immune systems have a higher risk of food poisoning. That’s because a weakened immune system may make it more difficult for your body to fight germs and sickness effectively. Weakened immune systems may be due to diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, alcoholism, HIV, autoimmune disorders (such as lupus), or receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

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]]> The Power of Diversity https://ashlandathome.org/the-power-of-diversity/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:22:30 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3043 The power of diversity within yourself In this personal TED talk, Rebeca Hwang reveals the endless benefits of embracing our complex identities — and shares her hopes for creating a world where identities aren’t used to alienate but to bring people together instead.

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]]> The power of diversity within yourself In this personal TED talk, Rebeca Hwang reveals the endless benefits of embracing our complex identities — and shares her hopes for creating a world where identities aren’t used to alienate but to bring people together instead.

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]]> How Much Caffeine is Too Much? https://ashlandathome.org/how-much-caffeine-is-too-much/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:21:26 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3039 Are You Drinking Too Much Caffeine?   Everyone’s tolerance for caffeine is different. For healthy adults, the FDA has cited 400mg as a generally safe amount. According to medical experts caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much of it can have negative effects and large amounts may pose […]

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]]> Are You Drinking Too Much Caffeine?   Everyone’s tolerance for caffeine is different. For healthy adults, the FDA has cited 400mg as a generally safe amount.

According to medical experts caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much of it can have negative effects and large amounts may pose a danger to your health. Depending on factors such as body weight, medications you may take, certain medical conditions, and individual sensitivity, “too much” can vary from person to person. Be aware of the level of caffeine in your diet and look out for signs when it’s too much.

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]]> Top 10 Best Blue Zones Breakfast Ideas  https://ashlandathome.org/top-10-best-blue-zones-breakfast-ideas/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 01:41:00 +0000 https://ashlandathome.org/?p=3036 There’s an old saying: “Breakfast like a king; lunch like a prince; dinner like a pauper.” Make the first meal of your day your biggest, and only eat three meals a day. In blue zones regions, the routine is similar. Ideally, breakfast or the first meal of the day consists of protein, complex carbohydrates (beans […]

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]]> There’s an old saying: “Breakfast like a king; lunch like a prince; dinner like a pauper.” Make the first meal of your day your biggest, and only eat three meals a day. In blue zones regions, the routine is similar. Ideally, breakfast or the first meal of the day consists of protein, complex carbohydrates (beans or veggies) and plant-based fats (nuts, seeds, oils) and a majority of the day’s calories are consumed before noon. Nicoyans often eat two breakfasts with a light dinner; Ikarians and Sardinians make lunch the big meal of the day; Okinawans like to skip dinner altogether. Many Adventists who follow the “breakfast-like-a-king” rule eat only two meals a day, one mid-morning and another around 4 p.m.

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