The Benefits of Music Therapy for Seniors
Most people would agree that listening to music can affect one’s emotional state. Many people listen to upbeat music when they want to raise their energy level, either for fun or motivation. Or, when they want to relax after a stressful day, soft classical music or light jazz may do the trick. In addition to […]
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Six New Year’s Resolutions That Make Complete Sense as We Age
With the holidays in full swing, many of us are spending more time with friends and family. And as we age and gain more perspective, the time we spend with the people we love seems to become more and more meaningful. So, as we strive to be happier and healthier during our golden years, our […]
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How to Have A Happy (And Healthy) Holiday Season
Lisa Pattanayak, M.D.
December 12, 2018
Posted in: Diet and Healthy Eating for Seniors, General Health, Living Younger
If you’re like a lot of people, you may tend to gain a few pounds during the holidays. Starting with Thanksgiving, the last six weeks of every year, through New Year’s Day, are filled with feasts and parties. And during this time, people love to show off their culinary favorites, so you’re likely to come […]
Read MoreHow Stress Affects Health and 7 Ways to Manage It
Stephen Quaning, M.D.
August 22, 2018
Posted in: General Health, Living Younger, Men's Health, Women's Health
The many ways stress can affect our bodies and our health are well-documented. For seniors especially, who are more likely to be affected by stress, it’s important to know how to deal with it because it impacts many of the body’s physical processes, including brain function, blood pressure, cholesterol, digestion, glucose production, and more. One […]
Read MoreStaying Hydrated Can Become a Challenge With Age
For seniors, staying healthy as we age is a high priority. This is why the elderly tend to visit their physicians more frequently, are more likely to be admitted to the hospital, and take more prescriptions than younger people. And even though aging is a natural part of life, there are actions older people can […]
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Preventing Strokes Starts With Healthy Living
Having a stroke is one of the scariest and most life-altering medical issues you can suffer because it attacks your brain. And it does so suddenly, with little warning. A stroke is caused by a loss of blood to the brain that happens when there’s an obstruction in the blood supply or a blood vessel […]
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7 Tips to Help Build Social Connections And Prolong Life
When you hit your sixties and seventies, there’s no shortage of friends and family who want to share their advice with you on how to improve your health and live longer. And a lot of it is probably good advice encouraging you to eat better, get some exercise and reduce your stress. As it turns […]
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September is Healthy Aging Month! Here are 10 Ways to Feel Better as You Age
Aging is a natural part of life that starts the day we’re born and lasts throughout your life. The only reason people don’t think about it until they hit middle age is because that’s when you start to feel it. However, aging doesn’t have to be a painful, unpleasant experience. In fact, there are many […]
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4 Important Facts About Hand Washing
It’s still cold and flu season, which means that you likely have a higher risk of getting sick if you and those around you don’t practice proper hygiene. Washing your hands is one of the best ways to lower your risk of spreading or coming into contact with germs that can make you sick, but […]
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Seniors and the Holiday Blues
Beatriz Arango, P.A.
December 19, 2016
Posted in: Living Younger, Mental Health for Seniors, MetroHealth News
The holidays are supposed to be a happy time of year, but for some seniors grappling with loss, health problems or certain fears, the holidays can be a difficult time. If you or someone you love is experiencing holiday depression, here are some signs to look for, what caregivers can do and ways family members […]
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