The Hard Facts About Osteoporosis
Prevention is the best medicine for this silent disease by Kristine Burnett With age comes bone loss. More specifically, with age comes an increased risk of osteoporosis. A musculoskeletal disease marked by a decrease in bone mineral density, osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle. The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that as many as 1 in […]
Latest Dietary Guidelines Provide Food for Thought
(As seen in the Surprise Independent) The public lambastes the U.S. government a lot these days for poking its nose into areas where many people may feel it doesn’t belong. Thus, with the recent release of the government’s 2015- 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, we might think, “You mean the government is telling us […]
Meditate Your Way to Better Health
(As seen in the Sun City Independent newspaper) Is There More to Meditation Than Just Relaxation? Meditation has long been praised for its beneficial effects on brain and body health. It is a wonderful way to not only relax our mind and body but also to calm fears, reduce stress and sharpen focus. A study published this year in Biological Psychiatry provides […]
The Best “Law of Fall?” Don’t do it.
(As seen in the Sun City West Independent newspaper.) Fall prevention tips: what can I do to protect myself? If you took physics in high school or college you may remember Galileo’s law of fall. It states that bodies fall on the surface of the earth at a constant acceleration and that the force of gravity, which causes all bodies to move downward, is […]
Top 10 Ways to Remain Healthy as we Age
(As seen in the Surprise Independent newspaper) The choices we make about diet, exercise, and other habits impact our overall health. Here are 10 keys to improving and maintaining your health as you age. 1. Lower blood pressure – Monitor your blood pressure regularly. High blood pressure is a main culprit for heart attack […]
All Hail Kale: Why This ‘Super Food’ Should be on Your Table
(As seen in the Surprise Independent newspaper) What are the health benefits of kale? It’s is a dark-green leafy vegetable chock full of vitamins and minerals. Considered a “super food” by many nutrition experts – kale contains folate, which improves brain health; calcium, which strengthens bones; and fiber, which helps manage blood pressure and digestion. Kale also […]
Common Cold or Flu? Dr. Lakshmipathy has Answers.
Arun Lakshmipathy, M.D., program director for Sun Health Senior Living’s three Life Care communities, recently answered questions about giving colds and flu the “cold shoulder.” What are the differences between the common cold and the flu? Common symptoms for a cold include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, a cough and chest discomfort. A fever or a headache are rare. Fatigue is usually slight. Common flu […]
Tips to Manage Holiday Treats
(As seen in the Scottsdale Independent.) When it comes to holiday treats, Sun Health registered dietitian Tracy Garrett is no Scrooge. How can I eat healthy during the holidays, when there are so many tempting treats? Moderation can be a tough pill to swallow any time of year. But, the “M” word can be a real “bah-humbugger” during the holidays when food, glorious food, is […]
Reduce Your Cancer Risk with Fabulous Fiber
(As seen in YourWestValley.com and the Daily News-Sun.) In comedienne Anita Renfroe’s musical ode to fiber, aptly named “Fiber,” she recites a long list of ills associated with aging and declares that fiber is the cure. “You just need fiber, it’s what you need. When you are full of fiber my friend, you are full indeed.” I […]
Knocking Down a Few Myths About Falls
Fall Prevention Tips: Sun Health exercise physiologist knocks down some common myths about falls. MYTH: Falls are a normal part of aging. REALITY: Don’t fall for this myth. Falls are not an inevitable result of aging. In fact, research shows that falls are among the most preventable causes of injury to older adults. MYTH: If I limit my activity, I won’t fall. REALITY: […]
