Better Food Choices Help Older Adults Feel Happier
Researchers studied how eating well affects the mood and mental health of older people visiting hospital clinics. They found that older adults who weren't …
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What Older Adults Eat Affects Their Body Shape and Health
Researchers looked at older adults who attend university programs to understand how the quality of their diet connects to their body measurements and overall …
Read MorePlant-Based Eating May Lower Kidney Disease Risk, Especially for Women
Researchers studied nearly 189,000 middle-aged and older adults from China and the UK to see if eating more plants and less meat could protect kidney health. …
Read MoreJunk Food Linked to Weakness and Frailty in Older Adults
Researchers followed nearly 1,000 people over age 65 in Italy for more than 16 years to see how eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks, sugary …
Read MoreCan Extra Help Improve Meals on Wheels for Homebound Seniors?
Researchers are testing whether adding extra support to Meals on Wheels can help homebound older adults eat better and feel less lonely. The study gives some …
Read MoreWhy Older Adults Need to Check Their B12 Levels
As people get older, they're more likely to have low vitamin B12 without knowing it. This vitamin is super important for keeping your brain sharp, your muscles …
Read MoreEating More Plants May Help Prevent High Blood Pressure in Older Adults
Researchers followed nearly 4,000 older adults in China for about 3 years to see if eating more plant-based foods could help prevent high blood pressure. They …
Read MoreDoes Extra Protein Help Older Adults' Hearts Stay Healthy?
Researchers in Singapore tested whether eating more protein helps protect the hearts of older adults. They studied 55 people over 16 weeks, comparing those who …
Read MoreFish Oil and Plant Oils May Need Extra Help for Aging Horses
Scientists studied how different types of healthy fats affect older horses' bodies and energy production. They found that adding omega-3 oils from flaxseed or …
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