Nancy Adler Jones

Confused About Alcohol

Is alcohol good, bad, or in-between?

This article sheds light on how alcohol acts in the body and some guidelines about drinking for those in whom it is safe to drink at all.

Respite vouchers for Unpaid Family Caregivers

Many family caregivers are unaware that they can receive some reimbursement for their time taking care of a loved one.  Here is some information about this valuable program.

When should you eat?

Advice has been around for a long time that eating breakfast is a healthy habit.  This article cites some science around this recommendation.

The 3,500 calorie rule

I am pleased that the nutrition community is talking more about metabolic effects of food rather than about calorie count.  This article sheds light on this important topic.

DNA and Anti-Depressant Choice

I’ve been puzzled about why anti-depressants work for some of my clients and not for others.  The answer may come from the new field of “genomics” – using genetic tests to find out how different drugs may be metabolized uniquely in a particular person.  Click here to read more.

Strategies for Older Workers

If you are over 40, you may be competing with younger workers whose tech skills have outpaced yours.  If you are over 55, the challenge is even greater.  I found these ideas useful in navigating the “tech gap”.

Natural Approaches to Health

I’m fascinated by the wealth of information given in the “People’s Pharmacy”.  This particular article addresses possible approaches for polycystic ovarian syndrome and general inflammation.  The caveat here is that this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Privacy on Facebook

I’ve felt afraid about internet privacy concerns and that I do not have the computer skills to respond effectively.  I felt grateful and happy to run across this AARP article that simplifies the instructions about what to do to do my best to protect myself.

Gaslighting

Are you being “driven crazy” in a relationship?  It could be that you are in a relationship with someone who “gaslights”.  This article from “Psychology Today” (gaslighting) outlines their behavior to make it easier to spot if that process is happening to you.

The Advantage of Credit Cards

I love keeping up with consumer protection information.  This article lists multiple benefits of using credit cards for purchases.  (I would add, especially if you pay off the card each month)