In honor of National Nutrition Month, we are sharing some of our favorite immune boosting foods and healthy habits. Staying hydrated and eating a balanced diet is the best way to nourish your body. You should also aim to get enough sleep, decrease stress, and exercise. Yoga can relieve stress, double as exercise, and be
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Studies have shown that aging adults perceive thirst differently than children and young adults, which often causes them to not feel thirsty even though their body needs hydration. A person with dementia may simply forget to drink enough water. Older adults may not realize the importance of drinking enough. Those who are able to understand
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Winter brings colder weather and many health threats. Cold and flu viruses thrive at this time of year and can be dangerous for aging adults, as well as infants and individuals with weakened immune systems. Colder weather and less daylight influences mental health, too. Let’s discuss a few habits we can practice to strengthen our
January 5th through 11th is Folic Acid Awareness Week. Folic acid is a B-vitamin that is necessary for healthy cell growth. It is also known as folate. This water-soluble vitamin occurs naturally in yeast extract, leafy green vegetables, dried beans and peas, and liver. It is also an added ingredient in fortified cereals and
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Thanksgiving is a time to stop and reflect on all of the people, experiences and things life has given us that we can be thankful for. Gratitude is good for your health. Holiday foods we don’t regularly eat can quickly become a health risk, though. For a person with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol,
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Are you nearing or over the age of 65? Does my reminder that you’re not as young as you used to be make you uncomfortable? Don’t be. Aging affects our bodies, period. It’s so important to be aware of those changes and then start changing our habits to make aging more manageable. The National
Daniela Dayoub of DFitLife is a health coach, personal trainer, and nutritionist. This month we asked if she would be willing to share some nutritional knowledge. Proper nutrition is vital for all, and this month Daniela focuses on diets tailored to the specific needs of Parkinson’s disease sufferers. Our hope is that this will provide
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This month I’ve discussed getting daily nourishment from healthful food and water. I’ve also acknowledged that age-related factors and other health concerns may hinder our nutritional goals. On my personal wellness journey, I sought guidance from my primary care provider after struggling with constant allergy symptoms and digestive discomfort. He suggested an elimination diet and
This month Be Active Be Well focuses on National Nutrition Month. Nutrition is defined as the act or process of nourishing or being nourished, according the Merriam-Webster. To nourish is to offer more than just bread and water, or a drive-through burger. Nourishment provides the proper variety of healthful foods, and water, to promote overall
