“There’s a whole different set” of health risk factors for older drinkers, said Paul Sacco, a professor of social work at the ...

Although the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends eating 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories consumed, aiming for at least 25 grams per day can reap greater benefits for older adults ...

Lennox worries that soon she may find it more challenging to afford the food she needs. The U.S. House and Senate have ...

For adults ages 65 years or older, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends at least 2 days per week of strength training as well as aerobic activity. This could be: ...

Obesity is a major public health issue for adults, but for an increasing number of patients, its onset begins in childhood. One study found that more than half of children with obesity will remain ...

New research led by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that the depth of social networks that older adults ...

Know what to eat for complete wellbeing for older adults. From brain health to digestion, these vital nutrients support ...

Black currant berries are loaded with vitamin C and other antioxidants that may help support the health of your heart, joints ...

Creatine, the supplement popular with athletes for its ability to help build strength and power, is increasingly being ...

There has perhaps been only one change to the recent sports nutrition market, but it is significant: the industry is no ...

Starting July 14, eligible seniors in Kansas can get $50 in coupons to use at local farmers markets. The coupons can be used ...

Older people in the North of England are more likely to be poorer, less healthy, physically inactive, lonely and in poor ...