Category: health-letter

Adapting a home to suit an older person’s needs can help him live there longer.

Smell loss that lasts longer than a few weeks should be evaluated by a doctor.

Strengthen your muscles to reduce diabetes risk

To reduce the risk of heart disease, a person may need to take aspirin but avoid other NSAIDs.

There is no guaranteed way to prevent colorectal cancer. However, some steps may help, such as screenings and aspirin therapy.

To fight insomnia, turn off electronic screens. Bright light in the late evening can delay the sleep period, making it harder to fall asleep at night and harder to get up early in the morning.

Eating a Mediterranean-style diet – rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and fish – may help lower the risk for developing peripheral artery disease.

To eat healthier food when on the go, try planning ahead, cooking in batches, choosing nutrient-dense foods, making smoothies, and keeping snacks simple.

Research suggests that doctors check mobility risk by asking if a person has difficulty climbing up 10 steps or walking a quarter-mile.

It appears that the more time spent sitting – anywhere – the greater the odds of dying early from all causes, including heart disease and cancer.