Peanuts are not technically nuts, but legumes (from the same family as beans and lentils), which accounts for their higher protein content compared with other nuts. Peanuts and peanut butter contain around 24g protein per 100g. In one study, elderly patients were given peanut protein in combina...
Feasibility studies of added dairy foods indicate significant improvements in nutritional status in elderly aged-care residents using this method. To advocate for a dairy-based approach to fracture prevention, quality studies demonstrating anti-fracture efficacy are required....
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With all the fresh fruits and vegetables reaching peak ripeness in the summer, it's not hard to swap out those fattening foods for waist-friendly ones that are just as delicious. To get beach-ready by summer, add these essential superfoods to your menu today. And make sure you're staying...
The burden of cardiovascular disease in the elderly: morbidity, mortality, and costs. Clin Geriatr Med 2009;25:563–77, vii. Google Scholar Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cardiovascular Disease. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/healthprotection/ncd/cardiovascular-diseases...
Many people assume that it isn’t safe for an elderly cat to have general anesthesia for a dental procedure, and sometimes, this is true. However, in many cases, it is far riskier to their health and quality of life for them to continue without having a dental procedure, particularly if...
Magnesium supplements for 8 weeks improved symptoms of insomnia in elderly adults, including sleep time, sleep efficiency, and reduced early morning awakenings. (12) Other studies have found benefits of magnesium in combination with other nutrients (melatonin, zinc, B vitamins) for people with ...
This may lead to nutrient deficiencies over time, as well as unintended weight gain, according to Passerrello, who is also an instructor at the University of Pittsburgh. However, there’s a spectrum. “The way our bodies respond to the calories and nutrients varies, depending on our age, ...
Mediterranean Diet Can Improve Quality of Life in the Elderly, Study Shows By :Nisean Lorde, BA Results from a new research project suggest that following a Mediterranean-style diet can lower the levels of an inflammatory marker linked…
Approximately 20% of children in the U.S. are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Childhood weight gain increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases, which can have serious health consequences in adulthood. In fact, pediatricians are se...