Adopting and maintaining healthy habits can enhance the quality of life for adults over the age of 65. You can make routine changes — both big and small — that can significantly affect how you feel ...

Jan. 12—(Family Features) As the colder winter weather settles in, rates of respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19 and RSV can rise. These infections pose higher risks for older adults and can cause ...

Older adults have some different dietary needs than younger individuals. Following certain nutrition tips can help older adults avoid common nutrient deficiencies and fuel their daily activities.

There’s a saying that goes, “Everyone is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” This sentiment is especially relevant for older adults, who may face unique mental health challenges that often go ...

Many of my columns focus on different aspects of healthy living, but September is Healthy Aging Month, so it’s a good time to think about what we can do to support our health as we get older. As with ...

Working with a doctor or nutritionist, older adults can develop a plan for weight management that addresses their individual needs. Weight management can be a complex process for people ages 65 years ...

The Covid-19 pandemic brought with it a heightened awareness that loneliness can afflict anyone and that social isolation can be deadly to our mental and physical health. Previous United States ...

Experts are forecasting that 2025—especially this summer—will be particularly hot, which may pose heightened health risks for older adults, according to a study by the University of Southern ...

Weight management becomes more complex as people age due to health considerations, mobility challenges, and nutritional factors. Understanding the role of diet and exercise in weight management can ...

Alena is a professional writer, editor and manager with a lifelong passion for helping others live well. She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and a functional medicine certified health ...

Carolyn Dickens, 76, was sitting at her dining room table, struggling to catch her breath as her physician looked on with concern. “What’s going on with your breathing?” asked Peter Gliatto, director ...

An older adult with diabetes who is living in a residential home setting (or that person's loved one) may have concerns about whether they’re getting access to the best food choices. To ensure that ...