Robyne Martin, Your Health Insurance Advisor

Hot water might seem like the best way to get clean sheets, but it's only a good idea in a few situations.

Should You Wash Bed Sheets in Hot Water? Your bedding gets dirty fast, with sweat, dead skin cells, and other ick ending up on them every time you sleep. So do you need to wash your bed sheets in hot water? Learn how to make your bedding as clean as possible, while keeping your sheets as new as possible.

Because dementia is more common in older adults, some people might assume it's an untreatable part of aging. Learn about cases where a treatable vitamin deficiency could be the culprit.

This vitamin deficiency can cause forgetfulness and mimic symptoms of dementia—but it's reversible. Doctors explain the signs to look for Several factors can cause a person to have classic signs of dementia, including a deficiency in vitamin B12.

If you want to recover faster from your next workout, more plants -- not more protein -- might be the answer. Here's why.

Green and Lean: Plant-based diets can improve athletic performance and increase longevity Breadcrumb Home News & Insights Green and Lean: Plant-based diets can improve athletic performance and increase longevity April 5, 2024 By Chayil Champion, Ed.D 3 min read The pursuit of peak athletic performance often leads to a myriad of dietary and training strategies aimed at gaining a competiti...

Only you and your doctor can say for sure, but read on to explore the studies behind the possible benefits.

Should you use CBD oil? Plus: What CBD application is FDA-approved?

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Medicare isn't a single health insurance plan. It has several parts with different costs and coverage. Could you or someone you care about be making a major coverage mistake?

Without Medicare Part B’s shield, patient’s family owes $81,000 for a single air-ambulance flight Sky-high bills from air-ambulance providers have sparked complaints and federal action in recent years.

Generative artificial intelligence can do things we never expected to see in our lifetimes. Find out what skills may help you stay employed as this technology improves.

Play the Game That AI Can Never Beat You At There’s no question that the explosive growth of AI presents some risks, but you can protect yourself against those risks.

People in their 80s have a uniqe cognitive advantage over younger people.

The Mental Strengths 80-Year-Olds Possess Might Surprise You Research shows many octogenarians shine at performing 'comprehensive tasks which require a great storehouse of information.' And life experience makes a difference.

Usually you won't owe taxes on a life insurance payout, but in some circumstances it's possible.

Could you owe taxes on a life insurance payout? Plus: Is life insurance considered part of your estate?

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Want to learn more about your insurance options? Learn about the possible tax implications of life insurance policies in the next email.

Need more motivation to get moving? Level up your daily tasks with practical exercises that make life easier.

This Is the Most Practical Form of Exercise You Can Do | Livestrong.com Unlock real-life strength and wellness with functional fitness. Explore the best exercises to do, benefits and principles in this comprehensive guide

Your body might be craving more of this essential mineral if you experience migraines, sleep problems, anxiety and other common problems. Learn what it does, why you may not be getting enough and what to do about it.

6 proven health benefits of magnesium—a critical mineral you’re probably not getting enough of When your diet falls short in magnesium, you’re at higher risk for certain health problems.

The drugs you take to fight infections can cause problems of their own. Find out how to eat your way back to health.

Antibiotics can temporarily wipe out the gut microbiome I got a tick bite, and because there's Lyme disease in our area, my doctor put me on antibiotics. It prevented Lyme disease, but I'm worried about what it did to my gut microbiome. How long does it take to recover? Can I do anything to help?

Make sure you have all the information you need when it comes time to change your insurance after a big life change.

Do you know what a qualifying life event is? Plus: How long do you have to make changes after a qualifying life event?

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Here's why the price of the items in your cart has changed since you last logged in.

What Is Dynamic Pricing and How Does It Work? Amazon reportedly changes its prices 2.5 million times per day.

If you love the outdoors, this design style is for you. Here's how to bring a touch of it into your home.

Love Plants? Biophilic Design Is the Decorating Trend You Need To Try This nature-focused decorating style is taking over the interior design and architecture in homes and office spaces. Find out what elements exemplify the trending aesthetic.

There are other kinds of diabetes besides Type 1 and Type 2. Learn about a newly discovered type researchers are investigating.

Type 4 Diabetes and Other Types of Diabetes A diabetes expert presents the most common types of diabetes, as well as newer types of diabetes, like Type 4.

If you're diabetic or prediabetic, some dietary changes can go a long way toward a longer, healthier life.

Sustainable Strategies to Beat the Blood-Sugar Blues Plus: Why consistency is key.

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You don't have to buy new stuff or renovate your home to give your space a face-lift.

Rearranging Your Furniture Actually Has a Surprising Health Benefit Design lovers, rejoice!

Have a cluttered cabinet? Try the 27-fling boogie.

I Tried the Fly Lady’s “27 Fling Boogie” to Declutter, and It Worked It helped me go on a decluttering spree.

If your mind is racing and your body is exhausted, you might be struggling with your mental load. Learn the causes and how to ease the burden.

Mental load: What it is and how to manage it We all take on a mental load of cognitive and emotional tasks. But too much mental load can affect your relationships and health. Here’s how to reduce it.

A clean home has obvious benefits, but some not so obvious ones, too. Find out the hidden health benefits decluttering and cleaning your house can bring.

Need some motivation to do your spring-cleaning? Plus: Can 10 minutes a day of tidying up lead to better sleep?

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If you've found faster, cheaper or more reliable internet service, here's how to seamlessly switch.

Switching to better internet? Do these 5 things before you change ISPs The migration to a new internet service provider can be a bumpy ride - unless you take these essential steps first. Follow this checklist and you'll avoid the trouble I encountered.

You can't prevent movers from breaking or losing your stuff. But you can make sure you'll be compensated if they do.

Before You Pass On Moving Insurance, Read This The basic coverage that comes with the movers may not cut it.

A ruptured eardrum can lead to chronic ear infections and hearing loss. Learn what the signs and symptoms are.

What Does a Ruptured Eardrum Feel Like? The signs of a ruptured eardrum, how long it can take to heal and more.

Knowing what types of illnesses and injuries are severe enough to warrant a trip to the emergency room can help you plan for emergencies.

Do you know whether you should go to the ER or urgent care? Plus: How much should cost factor into your decision?

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Increase Your Insurance Knowledge Learn when you should go to the emergency room and when you should stick with urgent care in the next email.