Articles On:senior health

October 25, 2022

The Government Has Good News for Seniors

Two recent announcements from the U.S. federal government are good news for seniors aged 65 ...

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happy couple in their kitchen doing finances. Image by Monkey Business Images, Dreamstime. The government has good news for seniors: a cap on insulin prices in Medicare and a cost-of-living increase for Social Security recipients.
October 24, 2022

Occupational Therapy for Seniors

Is occupational therapy for seniors or just for younger people? Don’t let the name fool ...

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occupational therapist working with a patient in helping her learn to use a walker. Occupational therapy for seniors offers many benefits: assisting in activities of daily living, building independence, supporting caregivers. Image by Armmy Picca, Dreamstime.
October 21, 2022

Memory Lapses or Early Signs of Dementia?

While some memory lapses are normal, others are signs of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms ...

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October 20, 2022

Managing Life Transitions As a Senior

As seniors, we have decades of changes behind us, but we have more to come. ...

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pensive senior man looking out of the window. Image by Didesign021, Dreamstime. Seniors have decades of changes behind but more to come. We offer tips on managing life transitions as a senior, from planning to self-care.
October 18, 2022

Kiwi for Constipation?

Could kiwi be a natural remedy for constipation? A new study seems to point to ...

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Could kiwi be a natural remedy for constipation? A new study seems to point to benefits of eating kiwi for constipation.
October 17, 2022

Foods to Aid Sleep and Fight Sleep Deprivation

Much has been said about the benefits of getting enough sleep, but did you know ...

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October 11, 2022

Traumatic Brain Injury Linked to ALS

Although much about ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) remains a mystery, some doctors suggest that these ...

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October 7, 2022

Health Benefits of Lentils

Many underestimate the health benefits of lentils, packed with fiber and nutrients, perfect for increasing ...

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October 3, 2022

Non-Alcoholic Adult Drinks, Adaptogen Style

Seniors Guide writer Kari Smith examines the growing category of non-alcoholic adult drinks, with a ...

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women having cocktails or mocktails at an art gallery. Photo by Katarzyna Bialasiewicz, Dreamstime. Seniors Guide examines non-alcoholic adult drinks, esp. functional beverages using adaptogens and nootropics to provide wellness benefits.
September 30, 2022

Aging Gracefully: Move Forward, Not Back

Seniors Guide writer Terri Jones ponders aging gracefully. How can we incorporate the challenges of ...

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older woman in cap and gown. Photo by Mark Adams, Dreamstime. Seniors Guide ponders aging gracefully: How can we incorporate the challenges of growing old into a life stage of purpose and satisfaction?