😊 RetireHub Daily 05/24/2024 😊

It is Friday, May 24th, 2024

Dear RetireHub Daily Readers, it’s Friday! That means a focus on Health and Wellness, with all the usual deals, tips, and trivia!

On this day in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was officially declared open to the public. At the time, it was the first steel suspension bridge, and the longest bridge in the world.

Do you know which New York boroughs are linked via the Brooklyn Bridge? Test your knowledge in our trivia at the end of this newsletter.

Deal of the Day

New German Hearing Aids Crushing the Market

In a groundbreaking development, German entrepreneurs Dr. Marco Vietor and Paul Crusius have unveiled a virtually invisible hearing aid that is taking the US by storm. It’s called Horizon by hear.com. Bluetooth-enabled, audiologist-backed, and smaller than a coffee bean. Start your no-risk trial today.

• Try 45-days No-Risk

RETIREHUB POLL

Sleep tips for a good night’s rest

Sleep. Something we all do—have to do—every day. And yet, it’s such a challenge for many of to get enough good hours of quality deep sleep.

Here are some tips for a more restful sleep.

• Have a routine—our brains are creatures of habit. Developing a routine will help prepare your brain for sleep. Something as simple as changing into comfies or washing your face every night can help you begin shutting off.

• Block out the light—we were made to sleep in the dark of night, not with streetlights shining into our rooms. Try switching to blackout curtains/blinds or a comfortable face mask.

• Limit alcohol just before bed—A nightcap can actually make sleep harder to come by—not to mention also making you need to get up to use the bathroom.

• Try napping, and drinking coffee, earlier—naps and coffee taken too late in the day are two sure-fire ways to make it harder to sleep at bedtime. Enjoy both before 3pm.

Send in any tips you have for a good night’s sleep and we’ll include them next week!

Yesterday’s Poll Results - How do you feel about train travel?

🚂 Most RetireHub Daily readers enjoy a train ride, even if they prefer other ways to travel (44%). 29% love train travel above all else, while 9% avoid it at all costs! Happy travels.

Thanks to everyone who voted and commented!

Our Favorite Comments:

We love hearing and sharing comments from our polls! While we can’t publish them all, we do read and appreciate every comment.

• “We took a wonderful trip to Italy this past year and absolutely loved being able to hop a train and go to different regions! ”

• “I love it but it is very expensive to travel by sleeper car.”

• “In the past time was a factor for my travel choices. Now it is not. At this point I would choose the railway whenever possible in order to enjoy the scenic countryside.”

• “When I was in the military stationed in Germany, took the trains all the time. They were always on time! You better not be late!”

WHAT WE’RE READING

SENIOR LIVING NEWS

Let The B-Vitamins Give a Boost to Your Health

When it comes to nutrition, it seems that certain vitamins and minerals get all the attention and glory.

While B9 (cobalamin) and B12 (folate) are the “stars” of the B vitamins, there are actually eight different B vitamins. Together, they play an important role in helping our cells function at their best while also supporting our immune systems and helping with our energy levels and general mood.

• Read the Article

Are Estate Distributions Taxable?

If someone dies, all the assets that person owned must go somewhere. If you’ve inherited a sum of money or property from a loved one, you might be wondering whether inherited money is taxable. IRS regulations can be tricky to navigate, and it doesn’t help that the laws have changed over the years.

Key Takeaways

•Do beneficiaries pay taxes on bank accounts? Under current tax laws, if you inherit less than $11.7 million, you won’t owe taxes on that amount.

•Beneficiaries do pay taxes on dividends, interest, earned income, and other expenses that weren’t taxed when the deceased was still alive.

•During your planning process, it can be worthwhile to have a financial planner look at your estate to help you minimize your loved ones’ tax burden.

• Read the Guide

Recipe of the Day - Grilled Salmon & Vegetables

Ready in minutes and packed full of protein and nutrients!

• 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise

• 2 red, orange and/or yellow bell peppers, trimmed, halved and seeded

• 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

• ½ teaspoon salt, divided

• ½ teaspoon ground pepper

• 1 ¼ pounds salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions

• ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil

• 1 lemon, cut into 4 wedges

Read the full recipe

GOOD NEWS OF THE DAY

Grandson Surprises Grandpa by Restoring 1954 Pickup Sitting Broken for 40 Years

A grandson recently surprised his grandfather by repairing his 70-year-old pickup truck to a fully functioning automobile, and the video will bring a tear to your eye.

“What’s that pappa?” a female voice can be heard asking Richard in a video made by Blake and other family/friends as the truck approached. “Well, I’ll be danged!” he exclaimed.

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Overweight Cat Has Taken to Swimming Lessons for Losing Weight–And it’s Working

A fat cat that weighs more than double his healthy size has been thrown into the deep end on a mission to lose weight by swimming.

The nine-year-old cat piled on the pounds after refusing to go outside or exercise despite his owner putting him on countless diets.

• …Read More

RETIREHUB TRIVIA

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To help incentivize referrals, we’re giving away 12 months of your favorite streaming service for free! Simply forward this email to a friend (and cc [email protected]) and you’ll be entered into the drawing on June 12th! (Maximum $20/month streaming service).

Each additional friend you send the email to will count as an additional entry (25 person max).