9 Unexpected Energy Boosters for Older Adults
When most people think of “energy boosters,” they think of coffee, energy drinks and other caffeine-containing products. While the jury’s out on the merits of caffeine, relying on it for daily energy can certainly create haphazard peaks and valleys in your energy levels. Fortunately, there are plenty of better, more sustainable strategies for staying alert […]
8 Foods Older Adults Should Avoid Eating
Food plays a central role in all of our lives. Eating is both a way to sustain ourselves and an important part of our culture. People often mark major life events with a large feast—from wedding cakes to birthday cakes, beautiful holiday spreads with family to casual lunches with friends. Who doesn’t look forward to […]
How Diet and Nutrition Affect Older Adult Brain Health
We all understand that our diets affect our waistlines and energy levels, and that proper nutrition is crucial for staying fit and active as we age. But do you know the foods you eat can affect your memory, cognitive abilities and even your susceptibility to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia? A host of recent […]
6 Immune System Boosters for Seniors
There’s never a convenient time to catch a cold, but it has a habit of coming on at the most inopportune times — like just before you leave for vacation or attend a special event. While there’s no cure for the common cold or the flu, there are ways to build up your immune system […]
8 Foods Healthy Seniors Keep in Their Pantries
Maintaining proper nutrition is important at every age, but a healthy diet is especially important for older adults who want to age in place. Healthy seniors know eating well keeps their bodies strong, reduces their risk of developing countless diseases and can help keep them feeling better, longer. And, contrary to what many people think, […]
Senior Health: How to Get More Protein
You may require fewer calories as you age, but you might be surprised to learn that even though you don’t need to eat quite as much as you used to, your protein needs increase. Protein is a vital nutrient that helps build and maintain muscle, and also helps you heal faster after surgery or an […]
Senior Health: 3 Dieting Fads Older Adults Should Avoid
It seems like you can’t flip on a TV or open a webpage without being bombarded with advertisements and celebrity endorsements for the latest and greatest weight loss programs. Whether your doctor has recommended you shed a few pounds, or you simply want to slim down by your own volition, these supposed miracle diets and […]
8 Heart Healthy Foods for Seniors
One of the advantages of getting older is we often have more time to focus on ourselves. With more time to spend on our own health and happiness comes more time to plan our meals and try new foods. And if we add a pinch of adventure, we can discover many new-to-us heart-healthy foods that […]
Older Adult Nutrition: How to Cook Healthy for One
Preparing a meal for one person can be a challenge—especially if you’ve spent much of your life cooking for a whole family. Often takeout can seem like the best solution but, unfortunately, it’s not always the most healthful or the most economical. On the other hand, collecting all the ingredients for a recipe and handling […]
Healthy Aging: 5 Nutritious Foods Older Adults Need
It’s no secret healthy eating contributes to decreased risk of chronic diseases and better overall well being. And, as we age, our dietary needs change. As an older adult, specific nutrients will help you increase mental sharpness, resist illnesses and increase energy levels. And now it seems everyone—from your doctor and family members to the […]
