Healthy Aging

How to Be Heart Healthy

The heart is a vital organ, necessary for us to function – and cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States....

The Importance of Vaccines for Seniors

It has been recognized that people 65 years and older are at a higher risk of developing serious complications from the flu compared with young, healthy adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). ...

How to Improve Balance for Seniors

Have you ever lost your footing or hit a particularly slippery section of the floor? The adrenaline may lead to some arm flailing, but often we are able to catch ourselves before causing serious injury....

On the Menu: What to Eat on Fall Days

The days of apple picking and leaves crunching under our feet are here. Autumn days are shorter, and the decreasing temperatures make the air feel crisp. With the turn of the season, it’s also time to craft meals with the fresh and bountiful fall harvest....