March 31, 2015
5 Creative Ways to Use Kale
We all know the importance of getting our fruits and vegetables, but actually consuming enough is another matter.
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March 30, 2015
Simple Steps to Reducing Sugar Intake
The U.S. in particular consumes a lot of free sugars, but seniors can keep their sugar intake low by making a few simple adjustments in diet.
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March 24, 2015
Reduced Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease Linked to ‘MIND’ Diet
Researchers found that those who adhered to the MIND diet reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 35 percent.
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March 17, 2015
New Study: Gout May Have One Unexpected Benefit
According to a recent study published in The Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, gout might reduce a person’s risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
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March 4, 2015
5 Great Phone Apps for Seniors
Smartphones provide a wide range of applications that contribute to independent senior living.
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March 3, 2015
5 Foods to Lower Your Cholesterol
While the merits or lack there of with foods like meat, cheese or butter are often sources of debate, there are several foods that have been found to be particularly effective in lowering cholesterol.
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February 17, 2015
5 Valentine’s Day Scams for Seniors to Avoid
To ensure you or a loved one doesn’t end up with broken heart this February, keep an eye out for these Valentine’s Day scams.
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January 29, 2015
5 Tips to Encourage Accepting Care
If your loved one is particularly against the receiving care, don’t get discouraged – here are five tips for starting and continuing this difficult conversation with your loved one.
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January 29, 2015
5 Foods to Boost Brain Health
Living a healthy lifestyle by maintaining a nutritious diet and regular exercise is integral to defending your brain against a wide range of health problems such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, but few people seem to consider that these choices can also help prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
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January 15, 2015
New Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s Disease
While researchers continue to search for new prevention options and treatment for Alzheimer’s, recent findings suggest that a blood test could detect the disease as early as 10 years before traditionally noticeable symptoms appear.
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