Wellness
Welcome to our Wellness category, where we explore the art of living a balanced and fulfilling life. Here, we believe that true wellness is about more than just physical health—it’s also about nurturing your mind and spirit. Join us as we share ideas on topics like mindfulness, stress reduction, finding joy in everyday moments, and creating a lifestyle that supports your overall well-being. This is your guide to feeling good, inside and out.
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Good Hygiene is Important to Seniors
The term “hygiene” is derived from Hygieia, the Greek goddess of health, cleanliness and sanitation. Hygiene is all about the care and cleanliness of yourself and your environment. Hygiene is important to wellness. Why is Hygiene Important to Wellness? Poor hygiene may be a symptom that something else is wrong. It is often a symptom…
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Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults
ufts Researchers Update Their Food Guide Pyramid for Older Adults BOSTON (December 20, 2007) — Tufts University researchers have updated their Food Guide Pyramid for Older Adults to correspond with the new USDA food pyramid, now known as MyPyramid. The Tufts version is specifically designed for older adults and has changed in appearance and content.…
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Eating Certain Cheeses Keeps Older Folks Healthy
The newest news is that some cheeses can boost immune systems in older persons. Here’s how it works. The immune system deteriorates (along with other things) as we grow older. This age-related deterioration is called “immunosenescence” and effects our ability to fight disease. This means that we become more susceptible to infections (like the flu…
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