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Aging and the Importance of Food Safety

Cesar Quililan, M.D.
November 27, 2018

Posted in: Diet and Healthy Eating for Seniors, General Health

According to the Centers for Disease control and prevention, roughly 48 million people get food poisoning every year in the U.S. Of those, 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die from foodborne illness. Many of these people have weakened immune systems, which is why people age 65 and older make up the largest portion of these […]

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Why the Timing of Meals is So Important

Beatriz Arango, P.A.
March 1, 2017

Posted in: MetroHealth News

Did you know that waiting too long between meals can increase your risk for heart disease and other chronic conditions? According to a new report by the American Heart Association (AHA), the timing of meals may play an important role in your overall health. Snacking and skipping meals have become more common, but this can […]

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The MIND Diet: What You Eat Can Boost Your Brain Power

Lisa Pattanayak, M.D.
July 29, 2015

Posted in: Diet and Healthy Eating for Seniors, Living Younger

Every 67 seconds someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease, but a new diet could help some people reduce their risk. A recent study funded by the National Institute on Aging suggests that the MIND Diet, which is made up of berries, green leafy vegetables and even wine, may reduce a person’s risk of […]

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Five Ways to Maintain Your Health as You Age

Lisa Pattanayak, M.D.
September 26, 2013

Posted in: Diet and Healthy Eating for Seniors, Exercise for Seniors, Living Younger, Mental Health for Seniors

Growing older is an inevitable part of life. It happens to all of us. Though there are many environmental factors that can affect our health, there are things that each of us can do to help stay as healthy as possible as we age. With a little effort, you can spend your best years with loved ones, rather than dealing with health problems.

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