Being Underweight Weighs Heavily on Your Health
Maintaining a healthy body weight is important at any age. Your weight directly impacts your health and overall quality of life. But while the dangers of obesity are well documented, studies show that being underweight may actually be worse. Unintentional weight loss – or losing weight without trying – is a major red flag. Most medical professionals define “unintentional weight loss” as ...
Better Living Through Better Nutrition
Ready to take your health into your own hands? Start with what you put on your plate. Nutrient deficiencies are among the biggest factors in age-related health issues. Eating a wide variety of fruits, vegetables and lean meats gives you a better chance of keeping medical concerns at bay. Proper nutrition might even let you scale back on medication by lowering cholesterol, improving cardi...
Start Now to Protect Yourself from the Flu
The best way to protect yourself from the flu is to get the flu shot each year. Fall is here and it’s time to start preparing for flu season, if you haven’t already. Flu season typically runs from October through March. But it’s best to get the shot before flu begins spreading in your community. That’s why many choose to get the shot in September. Good health habits can help stop the spr...
Older Adults More at Risk for Dehydration
It’s been so hot lately! And with the heat rising, so does your chance of dehydration and heat-related illness. There’s no universally accepted rule for how much water each of us should drink. Experts say the ideal amount can vary widely depending on factors including your weight, health and activity level. But don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. By the time you feel thirsty,...