Seven fruits that are good for your heart
Fruit (yes, fruit!) has the power to improve your heart health. That’s because it’s loaded with nutrients that can help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure — which are good for your overall heart health. Plus, research shows that people who eat four or more servings of whole fruit a day significantly lower their risk of developing high blood pressure. Fresh, frozen, canned,... READ MORE
People over 65 should get another Covid shot
Older U.S. adults should roll up their sleeves for another COVID-19 shot, even if they got a booster in the fall, U.S. health officials said in February. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Americans 65 and older should get another dose of the updated vaccine that became available in September — if at least four months has passed since their last shot. In making the... READ MORE
Healthy and affordable lunch foods to try
While lunch is often an afterthought when it comes to meal planning, what you eat midday can make a big difference in how you feel all afternoon. Trade up your deli sandwich with a bag of chips for some of these foods to get more from your lunch without spending too much time in the kitchen. Canned tuna: “Seafood is packed with protein, helping you feel full and satisfied. It’s ... READ MORE
Treatments for a persistent stuffed nose
Q: My nose constantly feels congested, especially on the right side. I don’t have any other symptoms. What might be causing it? A: The nasal block you feel is likely due to a chronic condition or obstruction that is reducing the amount of air passing through your nose. Allergies or a chronic sinus problem might be the cause. The insides of your nose and sinuses are lined with a... READ MORE
Understanding and reducing stroke risks
Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. It will affect 1 in 4 adults over the age of 25 globally. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted, and it can result in oxygen starvation, brain damage and loss of function. There are two main types of strokes. Ischemic strokes occur when a blood vessel carrying... READ MORE
Easy-to-use toothbrushes and flossers
Dear Savvy Senior, I have arthritis and hand tremors that affect my grip strength and make brushing my teeth difficult. I’ve read that electric toothbrushes can help make the job easier. Can you make any recommendations? —Arthritic Alice Dear Alice, For those who suffer from arthritis or have other hand weaknesses or tremors, an electric toothbrush is an often turned to solution ... READ MORE
Organs and glands we can live without
There was a time when pediatricians routinely recommended tonsil removal, even for healthy children — including me. As far as I can tell, I suffered no ill effects — plus, I got extra ice cream! That practice is no longer routine. But it does raise an interesting question: Why do we have body parts that can be safely removed? If they’re not needed, why do humans have them in the... READ MORE
VA studies ways to help veterans avoid falls
Baltimore retiree and 30-year U.S. Army veteran David Webber has had so many falls, he said, “I stopped keeping track.” He’s fallen down stairs, while vacuuming, on a ladder and off a deck. One day he received a letter from Veterans Affairs asking for volunteers in a fall-prevention study. “I answered right away,” he said. After 12 weeks of exercise classes at the VA in Loch ... READ MORE
How do natural and added sugars differ?
Q: I’m trying to cut back on my sugar intake, but so many natural foods have sugar. What’s a good way to approach this? A: A healthy way to think about sugar is to consider its source. Natural sugars are found in whole fruits, vegetables, milk products and grains. Fruit and some vegetables contain forms of sugar called fructose, glucose and sucrose, while milk contains lactose,... READ MORE
Why autoimmune diseases strike women
Women are far more likely than men to get autoimmune diseases, when an out-of-whack immune system attacks their own bodies — and new research may finally explain why. It’s all about how the body handles females’ extra X chromosome, Stanford University researchers reported last month. This finding could lead to better ways to detect a long list of diseases that are hard to diagnose... READ MORE
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