The remarkable research of a recent AARP study is in: people who maintain a balanced and healthy diet are twice as apt to consider their mental acuity to be very good or excellent compared to people who rarely eat well. In particular, a healthy diet abundant with fish, vegetables & fruits equated to increased brain […]
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In the midst of the busyness in our lives, how often do we grab a quick cup of coffee and a bagel on our hurried way to work, stopping for takeout on the way home to avoid having to cook? Younger adults with a high metabolism, optimum muscle strength, and less chronic health issues can
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Undergoing a medical test is rarely an enjoyable experience, with some requiring unpleasant advance preparation, and then all the poking and prodding that may be involved. But researchers are finding better, easier ways to do tests that can provide more information, many times in a less invasive or uncomfortable manner. Here are six of the
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As our population continues to age, more people have been and will continue to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. While some researchers are looking at ways to cure it, others are working on how to prevent it – and researchers at Chicago’s Rush University Medical Center believe they have discovered a useful tool that may
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Although not as commonly discussed as other effects of aging, skin care issues in the elderly can cause great discomfort, particularly dryness and bruising. There are, however, some simple steps you can take to relieve and prevent these concerns from getting under the skin of your elderly loved ones. Dryness According to Medscape, the vast
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Appetites change as people age, but not eating enough or losing weight without trying could be a sign of an underlying health condition in an older adult. It could also be related to an easily resolved situation such as difficulty grasping cooking tools, loneliness at mealtimes or getting to the store regularly. Helping seniors maintain
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All too often, older adults do not take the necessary steps to prevent health problems before they start. Just a few annual preventative health measures, such as getting a flu shot, can reduce illness and result in other significant health benefits. Talk to your loved one and his or her physician about whether or not
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Both the flu and pneumonia are particularly dangerous for the elderly or others with compromised immune systems, yet many avoid getting annual vaccinations due to common misconceptions about the shots. Independence-4-Seniors is here to help debunk some of the common myths often associated with vaccines: Myth: The flu vaccine will give me the flu. Truth:
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It would be great if we could keep the natural immune systems we had in our teens and twenties throughout our lives. Unfortunately, though, as a person ages, the immune system weakens and becomes more susceptible to illnesses like the flu and pneumonia. In fact, influenza and pneumonia together represent the seventh leading cause of
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When the kidneys are not functioning properly, waste products build up in the bloodstream. However, making smart dietary choices will reduce this waste. The following information can help you plan a smarter diet that will help slow the progression of kidney disease. Fluids: In people with kidney disease, fluids accumulate in the body, which can
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