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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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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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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Simple adjustments can go a long way toward building a healthier eating pattern. Follow these tips to get the most out of foods and beverages while meeting your nutrient needs and reducing the risk of disease:
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Caring for a person at the end of life can be complicated. The National Institute on Aging has resources in both English and Spanish to help. Check out these newly translated Spanish-language articles: Proporcionar cuidados de confort al final de la vida (Providing Comfort at the End of Life) Read about how to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort to a
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This National Hispanic Heritage Month, explore and share NIA’s materials in Spanish.
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Check out these newly translated Spanish-language articles: La fatiga: más que estar cansado (Fatigue: more than being tired)—learn about what can cause fatigue and how you can feel less tired. Also available in English. Los adultos mayores y el uso seguro de los medicamentos (Older adults and safe use of medicines)—learn what you need to
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Check out these newly translated Spanish-language articles: La fatiga: más que estar cansado (Fatigue: more than being tired)—learn about what can cause fatigue and how you can feel less tired. Also available in English. Los adultos mayores y el uso seguro de los medicamentos (Older adults and safe use of medicines)—learn what you need to
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Caring for a person at the end of life can be complicated. The National Institute on Aging has resources in both English and Spanish to help. Check out these newly translated Spanish-language articles: Proporcionar cuidados de confort al final de la vida (Providing Comfort at the End of Life) Read about how to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort to a
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