If there’s a loved one with Alzheimer’s in your life, it’s very important to try to keep them active and doing things that they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens. To learn about ways to make activities easier and more enjoyable for a person with […]
Taking Care of Your Teeth and Mouth
Healthy teeth and gums make it easier to enjoy a variety of nutritious and tasty foods as we age, and thanks to advances in oral health research, today’s older adults are keeping their natural teeth longer compared with previous generations. To learn more about how to clean your teeth and gums, from the National Institute […]
Why Your Joints Ache After 50 — and What You Can Do About It
Stiff knees, achy hips and swollen hands are a common part of daily life after age 50. In some cases, osteoarthritis – a common wear-and-tear disease that happens when the cushion-like tissue between the bones breaks down over time, leading to joint pain – could be the culprit. To read about five ways to take care of […]
10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and it’s a great time to remember that any memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are important warning signs and symptoms that you can look out […]
Keep Your Vision Healthy: Understanding Eye Tests and Diagnoses
As we age, changes in our eyesight become more and more noticeable. However, these natural changes may also signify serious eye conditions that can lead to vision loss or even blindness, as well as reveal potentially dangerous health issues unrelated to sight. Getting regular eye exams can help to preserve your sight and detect diseases […]
5 Reasons to Eat Less Meat
It’s hard not to like a meal that features red meat, from steak to fajitas to burgers, but it’s important to know that there are health risks associated with having too much of it in your diet. There are also some great alternatives worth trying, and they offer significant health benefits! To learn about the […]
