Easy sources of protein for a healthy diet
Have you seen the recent headlines about canned tuna losing its popularity? This high-quality, convenient form of protein has seen sales drop by 40% in recent years, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Apparently, this is largely due to millennials not buying it because they favor fresher fare. If you also pass on canned tuna, you may be looking for alternative high-protein... READ MORE
Skip post-meal heartburn this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving, a holiday when many people spend time with their families and friends, usually is accompanied by a large meal. Some traditional Thanksgiving foods may add a little heartburn as a side to the holiday. According to the American College of Gastroenterology, more than 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month. Despite its name, heartburn does not... READ MORE
Exercises to help maintain your balance
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about balance exercises? I’ve fallen a few times over the past year and have read that balance exercises can help me regain my steadiness, but I’m not exactly sure what to do. — Unsteady at 70 Dear Unsteady, Most people don’t think much about practicing their balance, but they need to. As we age, our balance declines if it isn’t... READ MORE
Follow a Mediterranean diet on a budget
The Mediterranean diet continuously ranks as one of the best diets for overall health among health professionals and experts. The (mostly) plant-based diet follows simple guideline of eating whole, fresh foods without any severe restrictions. But when you’re trying to feed yourself (or your family) on a budget, it might seem difficult to maintain a healthy eating plan of fish, veggies, ... READ MORE
Many ways to go ‘green’ in the kitchen
We all want to do our part to protect our precious Mother Earth. But with such overwhelming issues — climate change, pollution, sustainability — it might seem like there’s no way one person could make an impact. Something as simple and routine as getting food on the table can have a big impact in lightening your environmental footprint. The foods you eat, the way you prepare them,... READ MORE
Time for another jab: flu vaccine season
Amid all the focus on COVID-19 vaccinations, U.S. health experts have another plea: Don’t skip your flu shot. Flu cases have dropped to historically low levels during the pandemic. The U.S. and Europe experienced hardly any flu last winter, and the Southern Hemisphere just ended its second flu season of the coronavirus pandemic with little to report. But with U.S. schools and... READ MORE
Things to know about palliative medicine
Dear Mayo Clinic: My 65-year-old-mother was diagnosed recently with Parkinson’s disease. A friend mentioned that we should see a palliative care doctor to develop a care plan. I don’t think my mother is dying anytime soon. Can you explain palliative care and why we might need a consultation? A: I am sorry to hear about your mother’s diagnosis. It can be challenging to have a... READ MORE
Ways to turn up flavor without using salt
We know we should be eating less salt. Most of us consume far more than recommended. We know to skip the salt shaker at the table and to check food labels. While it is essential to the body — the sodium in salt works with potassium to regulate fluids — too much can raise blood pressure, putting the heart at risk. Read on to learn ways to cut back on your consumption of salt without... READ MORE
Reduce your fall risk
As we age, we begin to learn — sometimes firsthand –- how devastating a fall can be. It isn’t quite as easy as it once was to hop back up and continue on our way. Each year, millions of older adults experience falls and fall-related injuries. In Maryland, 23% of adults over age 65 reported a fall in the past 12 months, according to new local data from the 2021 America’s Health... READ MORE
Possible COVID tie to later Alzheimer’s
Researchers are trying to unravel why some COVID-19 survivors suffer “brain fog” and other problems that can last for months, and new findings suggest some worrisome overlaps with Alzheimer’s disease. One study of older adults in Argentina found a surprising number of dementia-like changes in memory and thinking for at least six months after a bout with the coronavirus —... READ MORE
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