Articles On:Health

Lunges for Older Adults: Are They Safe?

If you don’t feel as strong as you once did, it’s not surprising. Everyone loses ...

A senior woman during a workout outside, doing lunges for older adults

Beyond the BRAT Diet

Is the BRAT diet a smart choice for an upset stomach? Yes, but you can ...

Banana slices and rice, part of the BRAT diet

She Underestimated Her Risk of Shingles

One woman who underestimated the risk of shingles discovered how painful and far-reaching the virus ...

The risk of shingles is highest in older adults, and the risks of side effects are significant. By Ivan Shidlovski

Can You Reverse and Prevent Early Gum Disease?

The term “gum disease” sounds serious, and it is. Advanced stages cause bone and tooth ...

A black senior man flossing to prevent gum disease

Fabulous and Nutritious Farro

Farro is an ancient grain that’s been cultivated for thousands of years. Delicious and nutritious ...

Grains of farro in a black bowl

Why Foot Care Matters

Feet are the unsung heroes that carry us through life. We buy shoes first for ...

Knowing that foot care matters, a senior woman massages her feet. The base of a cane is visible in the background. Amenic181

A Guide to Buying the Best Shoes for Seniors

Footwear may be the last thing on our minds when we’re trying to stay healthy, ...

Group Of People Walking. photo by Alextype Dreamstime. For article, Footwear may be the last thing on our minds in staying healthy, but the best shoes for seniors can be an important element of good health.

Wildfire Smoke and Health Risks

While the human tragedies and financial costs of wildfires gets the most attention, wildfire smoke ...

A wildfire in a distant mountain symbolizing wildfires and health risks.

Be Confident and Comfortable with Adult Diapers

Adult incontinence, urine leakage or the sudden urge to urinate, is one of the most ...

Four senior friends laughing together, feeling confident in public knowing how to feel comfortable with adult diapers. By Creatista

Hunger Pains with Dizziness Can Signal Hypoglycemia

If you experience hunger pains with dizziness and the feeling that you may pass out, ...

Man going down stairs experiencing dizziness and hunger pains