Benefits of Staying Hydrated
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Exercise and Nutrition
Exercising with Chronic Conditions
Do you have a chronic condition, such as arthritis, heart disease, high blood pressure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, or chronic pain? Did you know that most people with chronic conditions can still exercise? Explore ways to stay physically active with chronic conditions. Being physically active may even help with chronic condition symptoms. To
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How Many Calories Do You Need?
A calorie is a unit of measurement that describes how much energy is released when your body breaks down food. Although calorie count alone does not dictate whether a food is nutritious, thinking about how many calories you need can guide healthy eating habits. If you are over age 60 and you want to maintain
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Healthy Beverage Shifts: Substituting the Bad for the Good
It’s easy to forget about calories you consume from beverages. If you drink sodas, creamy and sweet coffee drinks, or alcohol, swapping them out for healthier options can make a huge difference. There are plenty of beverage options that are low in added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium. Here are some options from the National
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Healthy Food Shifts: Substituting the Bad for the Good
Eating the right amount is important, but so is making sure you’re getting all the nutrients you need. Older adults often need fewer calories, but more nutrients, which makes it essential to eat nutrient-dense foods. To eat nutrient-dense foods across all the food groups, you may need to make some changes in your food and
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Healthy and Active Lifestyle Tips for Those Living with Dementia
Although living with dementia presents unique challenges, there are steps you can take to feel better, stay social, maintain a healthy weight, and keep regular sleep habits. Try these tips: Learn more healthy and active lifestyle tips for people living with dementia.
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Three Types of Exercise and Physical Activity
Research has shown that it’s important to get all three types of exercise: aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and balance. Adults should do muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week and at least 150 minutes (2 1/2 hours) a week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, according to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. In addition, older adults benefit from
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Five Tips to Help You Stay Motivated to Exercise
Being physically active is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your health and independence as you age. Physical activity can help boost your health and improve your mood. However, even if you know the benefits of physical activity, it’s not always easy to stay motivated to exercise. Keep these tips
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