What foods to avoid when you’re anxious
Between regular workloads, busy holiday seasons and financial stress, it’s easy to feel stressed out. While there are several things you can do to try to manage stress, you might not realize the foods you eat — or don’t eat enough of — can play a large role in the state of your mental health. For a better sense of what not to eat (at least, not in excess) when trying to feel... READ MORE
Know the early signs and symptoms of diabetes
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old and in pretty good shape, but I was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What did I miss? —Diabetic Dan Dear Dan, The signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes can be so mild that many people miss them. That’s why testing is so important. Here’s what you should know. According to the... READ MORE
Spiced steak served with rice and beans
A cilantro and jalapeño paste adds verdant flavor and subtle spice to black beans and rice. The creamy avocado sauce adds color to the dish, which can be garnished with lime, too. Ancho-Rubbed Flank Steak and Cilantro Rice with Avocado Sauce Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain white rice 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed 1 (2-pound) flank steak, trimmed and ... READ MORE
Ease pharmacy visits, nighttime waking
Q: I have been using the same pharmacy for many years. Recently, it has been more of a struggle to get my prescriptions. The lines can be very long, and I feel rushed when the staff finally gets to me. Is this common? A: The types of changes you describe are happening across the country. Like many other businesses, pharmacies are struggling with budget cuts and staffing shortages.... READ MORE
How GLP-1 drugs could revolutionize retirement
You know something is a big deal when Big Food gets nervous. The culprit? Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, which mimic the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) to curb hunger, aren’t just suppressing appetites. They’re reshaping eating habits, steering people away from sweet and salty cravings. A Cornell study found households with a GLP-1 user cut grocery spending... READ MORE
Best ways to combat springtime allergies
Spring is here, and so is allergy season! Beyond the obvious pollen, mold spores thrive in damp environments, especially after seasonal rains, while dust mites multiply as temperatures rise. Pet dander also becomes a bigger problem as animals shed their winter coats. Meanwhile, grass pollens like Bermuda, Timothy and ryegrass kick into high gear in late spring, especially in May and... READ MORE
How clinical trials help fight disease
Clinical trials are necessary for finding new ways of preventing, detecting or treating diseases. Often, though, limited participation creates challenges for meeting clinical trial goals. Despite decades of effort and strategies to identify and address barriers to recruiting and enrolling study participants, recruitment challenges persist, particularly among women, older adults and... READ MORE
What to do about nighttime leg cramps
Q: I get these brutal leg cramps at night that wake me from sleep. I can never predict when and why they happen. Are there ways to prevent them? A: Leg cramps are muscle spasms that happen when nerves that power muscle contractions go into a nonstop firing mode. They are more common among people with foot problems like flat feet or high arches, metabolic disorders, or neurological ... READ MORE
No-bake chocolate treats taste decadent
These truffle-like treats hit the spot as the ultimate homemade chocolate snack, without requiring the hassle of an oven. Crushed chocolate sandwich cookies create fudgy base, which is bound together with melted chocolate chips, butter and sweetened condensed milk. After chilling, an extra layer of melted chocolate adds more complexity and creaminess. No-Bake Fudgy Chocolate... READ MORE
Medicare telehealth coverage ends soon
Prior to the Covid pandemic, Medicare covered telehealth (virtual doctor visits over the Internet) only for those in rural areas (with certain exceptions). Even then, patients were required to travel to an approved “originating site,” such as a clinic or doctor’s office in order to receive telehealth services. To address the need to keep an eye on patients during Covid and all... READ MORE
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