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• Jan 19, 2026
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Understanding Healthy Food Options for Older Adults Why Is Healthy Eating Important as You Age? Age-related changes affect how the body absorbs, transports, and uses nutrients from your daily diet.  Older adults need a balanced diet to promote cognitive and physical health. According to Myplate.gov, “As we age, healthy eating can make a difference in […]

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• Jan 14, 2026
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Understanding In-Home Care for Senior Parents What Does At-Home Care for Seniors Include? At-home care for seniors may include nonmedical assistance with daily living tasks, such as meal preparation, dressing, personal hygiene, and housekeeping, as well as emotional support.  You can help ensure your parent has the support they need to remain independent longer by […]

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• Jan 10, 2026
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Understanding Home Care After Surgery What Does Home Care After Surgery Involve? Home care after surgery may include wound care, mobility assistance, medication management, assistance with activities of daily living, and other medical or nonmedical support.  Older adults are more likely to have surgeries for bone breaks or a chronic medical condition caused by age-related […]

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• Jan 05, 2026
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Understanding Home Care for Elderly Adults What Is Home Care for Elderly Adults? Home care for older adults involves trained nonmedical professionals or other caregivers assisting clients with everyday tasks of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, and preparing meals.  Eldercare ensures an older adult has the support and resources to remain in their own […]

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• Dec 28, 2025
• 4 weeks ago

Understanding Fructose Intolerance What Is Fructose Intolerance? People with fructose intolerance cannot properly absorb fructose, which can cause uncomfortable side effects or symptoms, including digestive issues.  The body typically processes fructose in the liver, where it contributes to glucose, fatty acids, or lactose. If your body cannot properly digest fructose, you may experience a range […]

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• Dec 19, 2025
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Understanding Histamine and the Body What Is Histamine and Why Does It Matter for Your Health? Your immune system releases the chemical histamine to send messages between cells, triggering responses such as allergic reactions.  Many body systems interact with histamine, including the immune system, gastrointestinal tract, and brain. Histamine is a chemical in the body […]

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• Dec 14, 2025
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Understanding Lactose Intolerance What Happens in the Body When You Can’t Digest Lactose? Undigested lactose travels through the intestines to the colon, where the naturally present bacteria ferment it, causing bloating, gas, and stomach discomfort.  You may have low levels of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down lactose, causing some lactose to travel through your […]

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• Dec 11, 2025
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Understanding Low-Carb Meal Plans What Is a Low-Carb Meal Plan? A low-carb meal plan utilizes protein and healthy fats to help you maintain a healthy weight while enjoying a filling, balanced diet.  Low-carb diets increase the amount of protein and healthy fats a person consumes, promoting rapid weight loss. Studies have shown that “[l]ow-carb approaches […]

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• Dec 10, 2025
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Gluten Sensitivity Symptoms: What to Look For and How to Manage Them Understanding Gluten Sensitivity and Related Conditions What Is Gluten Sensitivity? Gluten sensitivity is a condition that causes people to experience adverse side effects when eating foods that contain gluten. People with gluten sensitivity may experience mild to severe side effects and symptoms if […]