Published by: National Institute on Aging Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each one has different benefits. Doing one kind also can improve your ability to […]
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Published by: medicare.gov If you’re 65 or older, you have a higher risk of having serious health complications from the flu. Get the flu shot to help lower your risk of hospital visits and death. To protect yourself this flu season, make sure you: The flu shot protects you from getting it and keeps you
Published by: National Institute on Aging The most effective way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine every year. Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine. It makes it less likely that you will get the flu. It also reduces your chances of being hospitalized or dying if you
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Making smart food choices is an important part of healthy aging. Understanding the different food groups — and how much of each should make up your diet — can help you form a healthy eating pattern over time. Vegetables Vegetables come in a wide variety of colors, flavors, and
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Check out this list of what you need and when Published by: AARP You already know it’s important to get your flu vaccine every year, ideally by the end of October. And when you go in for the shot, it’s a great time to make sure you’re up-to-date on all the other immunizations you should
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Many factors influence healthy aging. Some of these, such as genetics, are not in our control. Others — like exercise, a healthy diet, going to the doctor regularly, and taking care of our mental health — are within our reach. Research supported by NIA and others has identified actions
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Being creative about your physical activity plans and trying new forms of exercise can keep you motivated by preventing boredom. A change in seasons is an excellent time to be creative about your exercise routine and try something new. There are many ways to be active throughout the year.
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Published by: National Institute on Aging Many people enjoy warm-weather outdoor activities like walking, gardening, or playing tennis. Make sure to play it safe in hot weather. Too much heat can be risky for older adults and people with health problems. Being hot for too long can cause hyperthermia — a heat-related illness that includes
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The dangerous skin cancer can take on odd forms and pop up in unexpected places Published by: AARP More than 97,000 Americans will be diagnosed with melanoma this year, according to the American Cancer Society, making it one of the most common types of cancer in the U.S., especially among older adults who have endured
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Diet and nutrition tips to get a flat stomach once and for all Published by: AARP Researchers agree: Belly fat, specifically something called visceral fat, is harmful to your health. This fat in the belly area can lead to health problems including cardiac disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, dementia, and stroke. What’s more, it’s an
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