Blog Posts - Ever Free Elders

How to Stay Strong and Agile as You Age

According to the CDC, “falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older. Over 14 million, or 1 in 4 older adults report falling every year”. Therefore, elders need to make fall prevention a priority, so they can stay strong and continue to live independently.

A Better Multi-purpose Disinfectant

Understanding Conventional Disinfectant Sprays

Conventional disinfectant sprays are commonplace in both household and commercial environments. They serve as critical tools in the fight against pathogens and the maintenance of hygiene. These products often lose their effectiveness if improperly used; therefore, guidelines for application are crucial. Many conventional disinfectants contain active ingredients such as alcohol, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, ammonium compounds. Most contain fragrances, which are known to cause health issues in some people.

Best Fitness Equipment for Travel

Hiking is great exercise while traveling, but for building muscle strength and bone density, you need strength training. The go-to tool for that is weight lifting, either with hand weights, kettle balls, or barbells. New research shows resistance training with bands may be even better.

Best Vibration Plates for Bone Health

I learned about vibration plates for exercise years before my osteoporosis diagnosis. In 2020 I purchased a ‘teeter-totter’ style vibration plate from Amazon for around $100. I used it until I learned it was ineffective for bone health and could possibly be harmful.

How can we stop physical decline?

My Osteoporosis Journey

My mother became interested in nutrition when I was a teenager. She read some Adele Davis books and started changing our diet, which up to that point had been pretty much the standard Canadian diet. It was high in sugar and starches, including some processed foods, though we did have mostly home cooked meals and homemade lunches rather than fast food.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Longevity: A Personal Experience

What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment. Initially developed for treating decompression sickness, I discovered that it can also have significant benefits for overall health and longevity.

Dealing with Pain: Red Light Therapy

Pain is one of the most frequent problems as our bodies age. There are many ways to deal with it…over the counter analgesics, prescription medications, massage, heat or topical creams and lotions. Red light therapy for pain relief has gained popularity in the last few years. I’ve invested in several red light devices, including a red light panel, a body wrap and a red light laser device. All of them can be helpful in dealing with localized pain issues.

Make Your Own Yogurt Using Keystone Species

Understanding Keystone Species in Yogurt Production

Dr. William Davis is a pioneer in the field of probiotics and the gut microbiome. I read his book Super Gut last year and realized that many of our chronic health issues are related to gut microbiome imbalances. He lists some of the keystone species that are vital for gut health, and talks about how to replenish those.