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Older Adults

Today's Older Adults Feature

Seniors and Nutrition; Photo of a bowl of fruit
Eating well is important at every age. Unfortunately, experts say many older adults don't get the nutrition they need. More
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.
Eating Well, Staying Fit; Photo of a bowl of fruit.
Eating Well, Staying Fit
Aging doesn't excuse older adults from the need to follow a healthy diet and get regular exercise.
Prevention, Self Care and Safety; Photo of a woman.
Prevention, Self Care and Safety
Much of the illness, disability and death linked with chronic disease can be avoided by taking preventive measures.
Using Medications and Supplements; Photo of a doctor's prescription.
Using Medications and Supplements
People ages 65 and older take more prescription and over-the-counter medicines than any other age group.
Health Concerns; Photo of a doctor.
Health Concerns
Here's information on common health concerns for older adults, including type 2 diabetes, arthritis and depression.
For the Caregiver; photo of a woman helping a man walk.
For the Caregiver
Find out more about how to make your role as caregiver more effective and less stressful.

Healthy Recipes

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New World Salmon Florentine

This casserole uses chunks of fresh salmon with lots of healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

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