How to Stay Properly Hydrated

How to Stay Properly Hydrated

Summer is upon us, which means that it’s hot, humid, and your perspiration rate is at its highest. And the more you sweat, the more likely you are to experience symptoms of dehydration if you’re elderly. Staying well-hydrated is important year-round, but especially...
Taking Control of Your Cholesterol

Taking Control of Your Cholesterol

According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the number one leading cause of deaths in the United States. It’s very important for all people, especially over the age of 65, to get their cholesterol levels under control to decrease their risks...
Cooking Up Stronger Bones

Cooking Up Stronger Bones

From the time that you were a child, you’ve probably been told that it’s good to have strong healthy bones. Osteoporosis is a disease that makes your bones weak and fragile and unfortunately, it affects us as we age. Often times osteoporosis can go undetected until...
The Many Health Benefits of Tomatoes

The Many Health Benefits of Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a very overlooked everyday food. You might eat them on sandwich or in your salad, but there are many heart healthy benefits to eating tomatoes. Just one serving of ripe raw tomatoes is packed full of Vitamins A, C, K, B6, folate, potassium thiamin,...