Senior Health Articles - Seniors Guide

Issues with Mental Health Therapy Options for Seniors

While mental health can be a very real issue for older adults, as real as for people of other age ...
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6/28/2022 | By Terri L. Jones

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.

Help for Itchy Skin Without a Rash

Dr. Howard LeWine, M.D., internist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, discusses ...
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6/28/2022 | By Howard LeWine, M.D.

man scratchy his arm to relieve itchy skin - photo by Kaspars Grinvalds, Dreamstime. Causes for itchy skin without a rash include medications, stress, environment, hot showers, underlying medical conditions, and more.

Increasing Fiber for Constipation Relief

Yan Bi, M.D., Ph.D. of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, explains the benefits of dietary fiber, including ...
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6/24/2022 | By Yan Bi, M.D., Ph.D.

fiber rich foods Photo by Tatjana Baibakova Dreamstime. Dietary fiber for constipation relief: Mayo Clinic looks at recommended intake, fiber-rich foods, supplements, types, cautions, and more.

Prioritizing Mental Health in Retirement

As a new stage of life, retirement can bring a new set of challenges. By prioritizing mental health, seniors can ...
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6/21/2022 | By Charlie Fletcher

woman journaling - photo by Mark Adams Dreamstime. Retirement brings new challenges. By prioritizing mental health, seniors can make the most of this new stage of life. These tips can help.

Diabetes and Foot Care, Like Hand and Glove

Diabetes and foot care go together like a hand and glove. The Mayo Clinic explains why this is important – ...
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6/21/2022 | By Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M.

woman examining man's foot - photo by Renato Borlaza, Dreamstime. A look at diabetes and foot care, with a 4-step routine for preventing problems, from connecting with a podiatrist to socks and self-exams.

Exercises to Maintain Balance

Losing one’s balance can lead to very serious injuries including hip fractures, broken bones, brain or head trauma, or even ...
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6/17/2022 | By Kari Smith

couple doing squats at home photo by Pojoslaw Dreamstime. Losing balance can lead to serious injuries especially for older adults. Exercises to maintain balance can help: squats, leg lifts, etc.

5 Reasons Pistachios Are Healthy

You may already know that pistachios are tasty and versatile, but did you know that pistachios are healthy, too? They ...
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6/17/2022 | By Tonya Russell

Two bowls of pistachios on a piece of burlap. These little green beauties shell out some seriously healthy nutrients. Not only are they tasty, but pistachios are healthy for your daily diet, too, with protein, fiber, healthy fat, antioxidants, and more.

Six Ways to Fight Chronic Inflammation

Robert H. Shmerling, M.D., of Harvard Health Publishing, addresses the best ways to fight chronic inflammation – including healthy measures ...
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6/14/2022 | By Robert H. Shmerling

inflammation Photo by Srisakorn Wonglakorn Dreamstime. Harvard Health Publishing addresses 6 ways to fight chronic inflammation – inc. anti-inflammatory measures that are healthy overall.

BMI May Be Misleading

BMI, or Body Mass Index, has been used by medical professionals for decades to determine if a person’s weight is ...
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6/10/2022 | By Terri L. Jones

Feet of person standing on a scale Photo by Vadimgozhda Dreamstime. Body Mass Index or BMI may be misleading, overlooking health factors such as fat-to-muscle ratio, weight distribution, race, gender, and age.

Find a Walking Tip to Keep You Moving

Among Seniors Guide’s five walking tips, you’re sure to find a walking tip that motivates you! Are you motivated by ...
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6/8/2022 | By Megan Mullen

couple walking on beach photo by Ammentorp Dreamstime. Find a walking tip that motivates you: reflecting on the benefits, establishing a routine, achieving goals, exercise with companions and more.