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Healthy aging National Institute on Aging

WEBHealthy aging. Genetics and lifestyle choices are factors that influence healthy aging. As you grow older, managing your health will help you maintain your quality of life and live …

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How To Find Reliable Health Information Online

WEBAs a rule, health websites sponsored by federal government agencies are accurate sources of information. You can reach all federal websites by visiting www.usa.gov. Medical and …

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Real-Life Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity

WEBReduce feelings of depression and stress, while improving your mood and overall emotional well-being. Increase your energy level. Improve sleep. Empower you to feel more in …

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Healthy Meal Planning: Tips for Older Adults

WEBRead and share this infographic and spread the word about ways that may help foster healthy aging.. Enjoy a variety of foods from each food group to help reduce the risk of …

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Care in the Last Stages of Alzheimer's Disease

WEBHelping the person move around. If the person with Alzheimer’s can’t move around on their own, ask their health care provider for a referral or for resources to help you. A physical …

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Vitamins and Minerals for Older Adults

WEBVitamin A. Food Sources: Vitamin A can be found in products such as eggs and milk.It can also be found in vegetables and fruits, like carrots and mangoes. Men Age 51+: Most …

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Tips for Caregivers: Helping People With Alzheimer’s Disease Eat …

WEBEspañol. It’s important for people with Alzheimer’s disease to maintain a healthy diet. However, some people may have a poor appetite due to medication, lack of physical …

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High Blood Pressure and Older Adults

WEBHigh blood pressure is defined as systolic pressure of 130 or higher, or a diastolic pressure of 80 or higher. For older adults, often the first number (systolic) is 130 or higher, but the …

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Brain health National Institute on Aging

WEBAs a person gets older, changes occur in all parts of the body, including the brain. Read these articles to learn how to help keep your brain as healthy as possible as you age.

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Tips To Boost Your Health as You Age

WEBDownload a PDF version (PDF, 1.13M). Many factors can influence healthy aging. While some of these factors, such as genetics, are not within our control, research shows there …

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What Do We Know About Healthy Aging

WEBMental health, or mental wellness, is essential to your overall health and quality of life. It affects how we think, feel, act, make choices, and relate to others. Managing social …

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Health Topics A-Z National Institute on Aging

WEBHighlighted Topics. Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Brain Health. Caregiving. Clinical Trials and Studies. Exercise and Physical Activity. Healthy Eating. Menopause. NIA provides …

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Healthy Aging Tips for the Older Adults in Your Life

WEBHelp your loved ones aim for a mix of activities, including aerobics, strength training, balance, and flexibility. This could include walking around the neighborhood, lifting …

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15 Tips To Keep Your Bladder Healthy

WEBTight-fitting pants and nylon underwear can trap moisture and help bacteria grow. Exercise regularly. Physical activity can help prevent bladder problems as well as constipation. It …

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Choosing A Health Care Proxy National Institute on Aging

WEBIn most states, a health care proxy must be age 18 or older. In Alabama and Nebraska, a proxy must be age 19 or older. In all cases, a proxy must be of sound mind. Some …

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Coping with Agitation, Aggression, and Sundowning in Alzheimer's

WEBEspañol. People with Alzheimer’s disease may become agitated or aggressive as the disease gets worse. Agitation means that a person is restless and worried, and they …

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Coping With Grief and Loss National Institute on Aging

WEBGet help for your grief after the death of a spouse. Read about bereavement counseling, support groups, and how to get on with life without your partner.

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Menopause National Institute on Aging

WEBMenopause is not a disease or disorder, but a normal part of aging. The years leading up to menopause, when women may have changes in their monthly cycles, hot flashes, or …

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Services for Older Adults Living at Home

WEBHome health care services may be available to help older people with many aspects of health care, such as medications, wound care, medical equipment, and physical …

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Four Types of Exercise and Physical Activity

WEBResearch has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Adults should do muscle-strengthening activities at …

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Coping With Alzheimer’s Behaviors: Wandering and Getting Lost

WEBTips to prevent wandering Below are some tips to help prevent the person with Alzheimer’s from wandering away from home. While these changes can help prevent the person with …

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Adopting healthy habits: What do we know about the science of …

WEBIf the person’s behavior changes (in this case, they increase their physical activity), the researchers would need to determine whether the change resulted from the mechanism …

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