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How to Make the Winter Days More Bearable

By George Hannan November 07, 2023

The warm sunny months of summer have taken their leave now for another year. Summer holidays have gone for those of us living in the northern hemisphere. We face a longish spell before the buzz of expectation for the next holidays…

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4 Unusual Signs of Dementia That Most Older Adults Miss

By Diane Lansing November 01, 2023

Many women over the age of 60 express concerns about the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Will it affect me someday? Or will it affect someone I love? What are the signs I should watch for?

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Are Older Drivers Dangerous? How to Sharpen Your Driving Skills After 60

By Joy Stephenson-Laws September 08, 2023

I can still remember how excited I was when I got my driving license. In addition to giving me an enormous sense of pride and independence, it also was tangible proof that I was now really a “grown up” with all the rights and privileges…

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Nutrition Needs May Change as You Age: A Few Tips to Stay in Front of Them

By Julie Ambachew August 13, 2023

There is no denying that a healthy, balanced diet can help you live longer, feel younger, and have more energy, but what we often don’t realize is that the definition of a healthy diet changes throughout our lifetime. For example, you may have lower calorie…

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How to Cope with a Loss of Appetite After 60

By Joy Stephenson-Laws August 06, 2023

According to statistics, up to 30 percent of us will experience changes in appetite as we age. This is a complaint my mom started having in her mid-60s. Foods she loved to eat as a teen or young adult just didn’t whet her appetite anymore…

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The 5 Most Common Senior Micronutrient Deficiencies

By Jessica Hegg August 05, 2023

You might be surprised to learn that even in developed countries like the United States malnutrition is a serious problem. It’s especially prevalent among senior citizens. In fact, one in three older adults who are admitted to the hospital are malnourished…

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Maximizing the Capability of a Loved One with Dementia Benefits Everyone

By Anthony Cirillo July 22, 2023

Worldwide, there are over 50 million people living with dementia and receiving support from family and friends. Caregivers of those living with dementia have a tremendous responsibility and opportunity. They work tirelessly to meet…

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Are Supplements a Waste of Money and Do We Really Need Them After 60?

By Elizabeth Klodas July 15, 2023

At your local grocery store, you’ve likely passed the health section and saw the seemingly endless rows of supplements lined on the shelves. From vitamin B to Calcium, there seems to be a supplement for just about every nutrient…

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Sensational at 60 or Surviving at 60?

By Lorraine Melendez June 20, 2023

One recurring theme I discuss with many of my patients is the seriousness and/or deadliness of stress on the human body. Today stress has never been more prevalent and widespread since going through and coming out of a Global Pandemic…

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The Complicated Relationship Between Stress and Nutrition for Women Over 50 (7 Things You Need to Know!)

By Joy Stephenson-Laws May 03, 2023

Stress is an inescapable and unavoidable part of life. Common stressful events may include a new job or project, raising kids, managing household finances, being a caregiver, or the passing of a spouse or family member…

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