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For Older Adults, Does Eating Enough Protein Help Delay Disability?
Posted on December 5, 2018 - The American Geriatrics Society says seniors tend to have a lower protein intake than younger people—and that could hasten physical decline.
Helping Senior Loved Ones Feel Connected During the Holidays
Posted on December 3, 2018 - Research shows that loneliness is a real threat to the health of older adults. And “the most wonderful time of the year” can be a time when they more acutely feel loss and a lack of inclusion. To find six great tips for making the season more festive for elders, read “Helping Senior Loved Ones Feel Connected During the Holidays.”
3 surprising risks of poor posture
Posted on November 28, 2018 - “Stand up straight,” Mom used to tell us. She was definitely on to something—and Harvard Medical School experts offer some advantages of good posture that you might not have considered!
Poor oral health linked to higher blood pressure, worse blood pressure control
Posted on November 26, 2018 - Could flossing bring down your blood pressure? The American Heart Association recently shed light on the connection between oral health and hypertension.
What Comes After the Roomba?
Posted on November 21, 2018 - Robots at home? Kind of a bust, reports the New York Times. Despite all the talk about home assistance robots, so far they don’t do much more than vacuum … but our aging population continues to provide incentive for research.
