Getting a balanced diet takes effort, especially as we age. Getting a balanced diet during a global pandemic can be even more difficult. In the past, we’ve discussed how as we age there are health factors that can negatively impact our diet. Oral health can make chewing difficult, causing people to avoid foods that are not easy to chew. If a person’s mobility decreases, one might not be able to get to the grocery store on a regular basis or even be able to prepare their own meals. We talk about … [Read more...]

March is National Frozen Food Month which means many grocery stores may offer promotional pricing on their frozen food selection. While not all frozen food is the healthiest meal option, there are many benefits to buying frozen food, not just in March but all year long. Aging adults may appreciate the convenience of frozen food. Frozen precooked meals and other frozen food items have a longer shelf life than fresh food, and are often easier to prepare than making a meal from scratch. Proper … [Read more...]

The brightly colored candy hearts and the hearts on decorations and cards this month can serve an important purpose. Even though they in no way resemble our physical hearts, we can use them as a reminder to check in on our heart health. Statistics show that nearly 6 million Americans have heart failure, and over 870,000 people are diagnosed with heart failure every year, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Heart failure is the leading cause of hospitalizations in people over the age of … [Read more...]

Winters in California bring a variety of weather patterns. Whether you live in a region that has freezing temperatures, or simply temperatures that drop into the 40s at night, the colder weather in winter can negatively impact health and safety if we are not prepared. Winter is a beautiful season that can bring enjoyable outdoor time, and cozy moments indoors. Ask a friend or loved one to check in on you when the temperature drops. Have a backup plan in case of a power outage. Be prepared and be … [Read more...]

We make them, we break them, we discuss how to make better resolutions so we can be better at achieving them. And then we break them, again. Many well intentioned resolutions fail simply because they are too big and too vague. Resolving to lose weight is a great  idea, but living that out can encompass exercise, diet, sleep patterns, and overall health. Simply resolving to “lose weight” fails to include specific details that one needs to daily carry that out. Without a plan, a resolution becomes … [Read more...]