Articles On:senior health

Diabetes and Foot Care, Like Hand and Glove

Diabetes and foot care go together like a hand and glove. The Mayo Clinic explains ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

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.

4 Sweet Health Benefits of Cantaloupe

The sweet, tasty, easy-to-eat cantaloupe is also wonderfully nutritious. Cantaloupe season typically lasts from four ...

Besides being sweet and tasty, this fruit is nutritious! These four health benefits of cantaloupe make it a great addition to your daily diet.

Is Pulmonary Rehabilitation Worthwhile?

Bryan Taylor of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research provides an overview of ...

man using tri-ball spirometer. Photo by Phongsaya Limpakhom Dreamstime. Mayo Clinic Q&A gives an overview of pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD and other lung issues: benefits, process, home-based programs and more.

Eating Disorders in Older Adults

Seniors Guide looks at the realities of eating disorders in older adults, including anorexia and ...

sad thin older man Photo by Ruslan Huzau Dreamstime. Seniors Guide looks at eating disorders in older adults, including anorexia and bulimia, and at impacts, symptoms, and action steps.

Can Activity Prevent Dementia?

Andrew E. Budson, M.D. of Harvard Health Blog answers the question: can activity prevent dementia? ...

couple stretching together before a jog. photo by Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. Can activity prevent dementia? A look at cognitive activity and Alzheimer’s + physical activity and cognitive decline provides an answer.

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