Choosing whole grains over refined grains can reduce your risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Older adults who eat more whole grains can significantly lower the risk of related medical problems such as obesity and high blood pressure.

The US government’s dietary guidelines for Americans give specific information about the difference between whole grains and refined grains. In order to be a whole grain it must consist of the entire grain seed or kernel or, if cracked, it must contain proportionate amounts of the three components of the kernel – the bran, the germ and the endosperm.

Whole grains are an important source of fiber and other nutrients. Eating at least three servings of whole grains per day can stave off several chronic diseases and aid in weight maintenance.

Buy whole grain products at your Golden Agers Store

Wal-Mart has once again expanded its $4 prescription drug progam, making good on its promise to spread the program nationwide. In addition to adding 11 more states to the list, it has also added 17 more prescriptions to the list. That brings the totals to 331 commonly prescribed generic prescriptions drugs available for $4 in 38 states.

If you live in Idaho, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Utah, West Virginia, or Washington, you can now take advantage of the $4 pricing at Wal-Mart stores.

A study reported in the November 15 issue of JAMA indicates that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may not be harmful to the prostate as has been previously thought.

Testosterone levels decrease with age and low testosterone can contribute to depression, sexual dysfunction, diminished lean body mass, muscle volume and strength, and reduced bone mineral density.

The new research indicates that testostrone replacement therapy has little effect on the prostate gland. Currently more than 2.3 million prescriptions for TRT are written for men over age 45.

Testosterone replacement therapy appears safe for prostate

Finally someone has noticed that today’s cellphones are not geared for older consumers and they have designed a cellphone specifically for older adults. As cellular technology went digital, cellphones themselves got smaller and smaller. The tiny displays and buttons are difficult to read and manipulate.

Great Call In has introduced the new Jitterbug phone. The phone comes in two styles and different plans are available to meet your individual needs.

The Jitterbug phones have big buttons and easy to read screens and text with loud, clear sound. If you prefer, calls can be placed for you by a Jitterbug operator. One phone is an “emergency only” phone with only three buttons that can be programmed for 911, the operator and one for reaching a family member.

If you have wanted the convenience and security of a cellphone but felt they were too complicated to use, then check out
the Jitterbug Phone.