All food contains nutrients your body can use to function. Understanding these nutrients can help you plan a healthier diet. Proteins—Proteins are often called the body’s building blocks. They are used to build and repair tissues and help you fight infection. Your body uses extra protein for energy. The protein foods group includes seafood, lean meat and […]
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Lifestyle choices you make today can lead to a healthier future. Check out this infographic to learn how eating and a healthy diet can help control or delay age-related health problems. For more on ways to stay active throughout the year, visit the Go4Life website. Learn more about healthy eating on the NIA website.
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Many studies suggest that what we eat affects the brain’s ability to think and remember. But what do we really know about diet and Alzheimer’s disease? Unlike other risk factors for Alzheimer’s that we can’t change, such as age and genetics, people can control lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, and not smoking. These lifestyle
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A growing number of older people are living with HIV/AIDS. One reason is because improved treatments are helping people with the disease live longer. Nearly half of people living with HIV in the United States are age 50 and older. Many of them were diagnosed with HIV in their younger years. However, thousands of older
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Many older people suffer from dry spots on their skin, often on their lower legs, elbows, and lower arms. Dry skin patches feel rough and scaly. There are many possible reasons for dry skin, such as not drinking enough liquids, being in dry air, smoking, stress, and losing sweat and oil glands, which is common with
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Women may experience a variety of signs or symptoms of menopause. Here are the most common changes women might notice at this stage in life: Change in your period. This might be what you notice first. Your periods may no longer be regular. They may be shorter or last longer. You might bleed more or
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“The two most import days of your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” – Mark Twain What is Purposeful Living? We have all asked the eternal question: what is the key to living a long and healthy life? We have learned through research that moderation (self-control), mental
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Make the most of your next doctor appointment! Before your next visit, check out these 5 communication tips, from the National Institute on Aging, to help you talk with your doctor:
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May is Older Americans Month and this year’s theme is Connect, Create, Contribute! This theme encourages older adults and their communities to: Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. Create by engaging in activities that promote learning, health, and personal enrichment. Contribute time, talent, and life experience to benefit others. How can you get started? Try making
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Eating right, exercising, and getting a good night’s sleep can all help us stay healthy. But can participating in the arts also help us thrive as we age? Researchers are looking at singing groups, theater training, and visual arts for older adults to see if the arts may improve the health, well-being, and independence of
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