Articles On:Health

July 21, 2022

Support for COPD Caregivers

“The COPD Caregiver’s Toolkit” is a new resource from the from the National Heart, Lung, ...

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woman and daughter walking outside. “The COPD Caregiver’s Toolkit” from the NHLBI and RHA will help COPD caregivers in helping themselves and their loved ones.
July 20, 2022

Tackling Heat Risks for Seniors

By understanding the reasons behind increased heat risks for seniors and knowing precautions for avoiding excess ...

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woman at home with a fan, fighting the heat. Photo by Fizkes, Dreamstime. Because of greater heat risks for seniors, older adults and their loved ones should know the health hazards and tips for staying cool.
July 19, 2022

The Rise of Pea Protein

As the popularity of plant-based eating blooms, protein sources from the plant kingdom have been ...

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Protein sources from the plant kingdom have been flooding the market. Pea protein is now found in many products. We share the pros and cons.
July 15, 2022

5 Foods to Add Protein to Your Diet

Protein is important for older adults in minimizing age-related muscle loss, maintaining lower blood pressure ...

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a platter of eggs and whole grain bread. Five tasty foods to add protein to your diet and tips for using them: eggs, nut butter, lentils, whole grains, and nutritional yeast.
July 11, 2022

Oral-Care Probiotics for Your Mouth: A New Route to Health

You may know that the health of your mouth can affect your health overall; and ...

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a happy couple dancing at home. Photo courtesy of Getty Images, provided by Family Features.
July 6, 2022

Senior Intimacy After a Long Dry Spell

If you’re considering reconnecting to your libido after years without a relationship, you may be ...

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happy, loving black couple at ocean - photo by Spotmatik, Dreamstime. If you've gone years without a sexual relationship, sex may seem intimidating. These tips for senior intimacy after a dry spell can help.
July 1, 2022

10 Tips to Cultivate Positivity and Joy

With all of the changes happening in our world, there’s no better time than now ...

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seniors having fun on bikes. Photo by Monkey Business Images, Dreamstime. With all of the changes happening in our world, there’s no better time than now to cultivate positivity and joy in our lives.
July 1, 2022

10 Herbs and Spices with Health Benefits

Some common food seasonings are beneficial to our bodies as well as our taste buds. ...

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herbs and spices in spoons and scattered on a black background. photo by Alexander Raths, Dreamstime. These 10 herbs and spices with health benefits may inflammation, lower blood sugar, reduce high cholesterol, improve brain function, and more.
June 30, 2022

Navigating Patient Communications During a Serious Illness

Communication is an essential tool in successfully navigating the health care journey. Successful patient communications ...

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patient with doctor in hospital Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. Patient communications during a serious illness – with medical providers, family, friends, and associates – help in navigating the journey.
June 28, 2022

Issues with Mental Health Therapy Options for Seniors

While mental health can be a very real issue for older adults, as real as ...

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Sad pensive Black man outside. photo by Noriko Cooper, Dreamstime. While seniors’ mental well-being can be a very real problem, issues with mental health therapy options can amplify the issues.