Healthy Older Adults

Older Adults

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Eating well is important at every age. Unfortunately, experts say many older adults don't get the nutrition they need. More

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Living better and longer

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Living Better, Longer
We are living longer and healthier than ever before. The proportion of older adults with chronic disease or disability has declined.

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Eating Well, Staying Fit
Aging doesn't excuse older adults from the need to follow a healthy diet and get regular exercise.

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Prevention, Self Care and Safety
Much of the illness, disability and death linked with chronic disease can be avoided by taking preventive measures.

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Using Medications and Supplements
People ages 65 and older take more prescription and over-the-counter medicines than any other age group.

Health Concerns
Here's information on common health concerns for older adults, including type 2 diabetes, arthritis and depression.

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For the Caregiver
Find out more about how to make your role as caregiver more effective and less stressful.

Healthy Recipes

Honey-Herb Chicken

Each serving contains about 149 calories, 27 grams protein, 1.5 grams fat (9 percent calories from fat), 69 mg cholesterol, 5 grams carbohydrate, less than a gram fiber, and 79 mg sodium.