Articles On:senior health

November 8, 2024

Medicare Drug Plan Improvements

Important aspects of the Medicare drug plan, known as Part D, improved in 2024 – ...

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elderly man's hands opening a pill bottle, a glass of water on the table. Article on Medicare drug plans
November 8, 2024

How, and Why, to Fit More Fiber and Fermented Foods Into Your Meals

An F may mean failure in school, but the letter earns high marks in your ...

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A bunch of fibers and fermented foods
November 5, 2024

Easy Ways to Assess Body Fat Distribution

Question: I had a body fat measurement done by a company trying to sell me ...

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A person pinching the body fat on their arm
October 29, 2024

More Efficient Walking Tips

Walking is a wonderful way to stay healthy, and you might be able to get ...

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Two seniors walking on a beautiful day implementing walking upgrades.
October 25, 2024

Benefits of Probiotics

Probiotics are live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. Found in ...

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A bunch of foods like eggs and yogurt that have the benefits of probiotics
October 22, 2024

Lifespan vs. Healthspan

Is there a difference in lifespan vs. healthspan? Yes, says Nathan LaBrasseur of Director of ...

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Happy senior skier knows the importance of both lifespan and healthspan
October 15, 2024

Treatment for Varicose Veins Keeps Improving

Q: What are the current treatment options for varicose veins? A: Treatment for varicose veins ...

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Unsightly vericose veins on a senior woman's leg. Ew.
October 8, 2024

Weight Loss and Genetics

Is there a connection between weight loss and genetics? Mayo Clinic shares research studies on ...

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A heavy senior looking at a bunch of keywords about weight loss and genetics.
October 4, 2024

Best Foods for Bone Health

A 2015 USDA review of America’s eating patterns revealed that those who eat a diet ...

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A variety of foods like eggs and cheese that are great for bone health.
October 2, 2024

8 Delicious Rice Alternatives

Eating more white rice can increase the risk for type 2 diabetes. While it does ...

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A container of quinoa, a healthy and delicious rice alternative.Switch up your favorite rice-based recipes with some tasty substitutes like quinoa, barley and bulgur. (Dreamstime/TCA)