Nutrition & fitness

As people age, their bodies undergo many changes, which can have an impact on their nutritional needs, their appetites, and their digestion.

Calcium is a vital nutrient for bone health, helping to prevent bone loss and osteoporosis. Find out which foods are high in calcium, and which may interfere with your body's ability to absorb the mineral.

Regular physical activity is related to improved mental and physical well-being. Recent research indicates that: active, physically fit individuals do not react to difficult situations with as much stress as inactive people regular exercise programs have been found to prevent, and reduce, symptoms of disease - these include reduced risk of heart disease, low back pain, depression, and osteoporosis, to mention only a few an active lifestyle improves sleep, mood, sexual activity, and self-esteem by increasing energy, facilitating weight loss, and providing for greater social contact aerobic exercise improves endurance and cardiovascular health while non-aerobic activities enhance flexibility and strength Physical activity need not be strenuous to be of benefit.

Your caloric needs may decline as you get older, but your nutrient needs do not.

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As we age, our nutritional requirements may decline, but seniors can also be at risk for malnutrition and may need to take steps to assure they get plenty of the necessary vitamins and minerals through the foods they eat.

You've probably heard that drinking wine may be good for your health. Studies have shown that drinking moderate amounts of wine may help control blood pressure and the risks of heart disease. Wine may also reduce the risk of strokes and gallstones. A moderate amount of wine is up to two glasses per day for men, one glass for women.

Looking for ways to eat healthier? Decreasing your salt intake is a start. Read more on easy tips to eat less salt.

While eating fish is believed to be healthy, some seafood has gotten a bad rap over its mercury content. But should older adults - who may benefit from the heart-healthy fats contained in fish - pass up the seafood over concerns about their mercury levels? Research suggests that the answer may be no.

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The DASH diet is used to manage blood pressure and stop hypertension. Find out the components of this nutritious and simple eating plan.

A healthy pantry should be stocked with the essentials of nutrition and provide the makings for quick snacks and easy, hearty meals.

Are you getting your recommended daily intake of vitamin D? Probably not. Read on to find out why and what you can do about it.

There are some illnesses or medications that people take that often leave people with a loss of appetite. It is important to make sure your body is getting the fluids, calories, and protein it needs to heal.