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It’s a perennial problem that seems to only get worse with aging. Constipation is considered the most frequent gastrointestinal complaint, and while older adults are not the only ones who suffer, they are afflicted with more frequency. About 16% of adults have chronic constipation, but for adults aged 60 and…

If you’ve harbored any doubts about the value of a healthy diet for healthier aging, it’s time to put those aside. Having built the case with all of our previous posts, and now with even more new evidence reported, it’s clear that diet is one of the primary determinants of…

So it’s that time of year when many of us have “events.” Whether it’s a wedding, graduation, reunion, or just plain social get-together, you’re likely thinking about what’s currently in your wardrobe and what additions you may need. And as perennial as the flowers this time of year come the…

That dreaded “D” Word: dementia. No one looks forward to receiving a dementia diagnosis or being told they are at risk for dementia. But we have reached a point in our understanding of the disease, and our diagnostic capabilities, that we can now predict with some certainty, and at a…

Currently, 10 states in the US, in addition to the District of Columbia, permit MAID (Medical Aid In Dying). What this means is that in select parts of our country, individuals who meet very specific criteria (detailed below) can be prescribed life-ending medication by a physician (or other state-approved medical…

The consensus is clear and unequivocal: Maintaining and strengthening your muscles as you get older is essential for active aging and for accomplishing the routine tasks that keep you functional and independent. Lifting golf clubs out of the car trunk? Or a grandchild at the local pool? Stocking up on…