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Exercise and Seniors

Exercise is an important part of nearly everyone’s everyday health, including older adults. Experts say seniors should be as active as possible. If you are an older adult, exercise can help you liv…

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After 40: Women’s Nutrition and Metabolism Needs

They say 40 is the new 30, thanks to healthier habits. Yet, women (like men) continue to struggle with weight and other medical concerns as they enter their 40s. Both your nutritional needs (food a…

Are Aching Joints a Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Linda (not her real name) is a 60-year-old woman who came to see me as a new patient. She said that her main health concern was “terrible arthritis” in her knees and ankles. It had slowly gotten wo…

Bladder Training for Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means you can’t always control when you urinate. There are different types of urinary incontinence. Most can be treated. Bladder training i…

Brain Training: Cognitive Health Tips for Seniors

Forgetting small things is normal for people of all ages. As we age, this forgetfulness can become more common. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly four out of 10 people notice m…

Healthy Habits for Adults Over 60

Do you feel as good now as you did at age 40? How about at age 50? You might be able to feel as good as you used to with new, healthy habits. You might even feel better. While it may seem like a lo…

Healthy Ways to Gain Weight If You’re Underweight

Weight loss is a serious issue in the United States. Consumers constantly see advertisements and news reports on trendy diets, flashy products, and magic pills promising to help them lose weight. G…

Hydration: Why It’s So Important

Your body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. For example, your body uses water to maintain its temperature, remove waste, and lubr…

Why Exercise?

Why exercise? Exercise is powerful medicine. It is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise prevents health problems, builds strength, boosts energy, and can help you reduce stress. It ca…

Sore Muscles from Exercise

Exercise is an important part of a healthy, active lifestyle. It improves your heart and lungs and builds strong bones and muscles. However, exercise can cause sore muscles. This is common if you t…

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Sleep Changes in Older Adults

Most healthy older adults aged 65 or older need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to feel rested and alert. But as you age, your sleep patterns may change. These changes can cause insomnia, or tro…

Creating a Personal Health Journal (Health Diary)

A personal health journal (health diary) is a record of your health. It is a journal you keep yourself. The journal helps you keep track of every aspect of your health. Path to improved health A pe…