Healthy Living
As you age, it's more important than ever to take care of your health. Explore these articles for information and resources that can help you stay mentally and physically fit.
Well! Magazine: Summer 2025
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The Brain Benefits of Puzzles
Jigsaw puzzles. Crossword puzzles. Sudoku. They’re fun, they’re challenging—and they can help strengthen cognitive health as you age.
Strength Training for Older Adults
Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your health in older age. Exercise—including strength training—can help prevent or delay health issues that often arise later in life.
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Apple Pear Crisp
Add a twist to your crisp this fall season by incorporating two delicious autumnal fruits. Topping Ingredients 1/4 cup uncooked rolled oats 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons trans-fat-free tub...
- Staying Healthy
Can Staying in the Moment Improve Your Health?
Not only can mindfulness help you feel more calm and in tune with your surroundings, but there are health benefits as well.
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- Staying Healthy
- Mental Health
Staying Fit: Your Mind Body Connection
Discover the connection between keeping both your mind and body in shape.
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- Recipes
Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber
A terrific vegetable side dish (or main dish for a meatless meal) that goes well with just about any main dish you are serving. Ingredients 4 Servings 15.5 oz canned...
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Sautéed Zucchini, Tomato and Chickpea Ragout
This Simple Cooking with Heart, Italian recipe is a delicious way to get more vegetables and beans into your eating routine. Ingredients 6 Servings 2 medium zucchini (chopped) OR 3...
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- Staying Healthy
The Importance of Good Nutrition
Most people know good nutrition and physical activity can help maintain a healthy weight. But the benefits of good nutrition go beyond weight
- Staying Healthy
There's more to do at the gym!
Fitness centers offer activities and equipment for people of all abilities and fitness levels.
- Recipes
Vietnamese Marinated Grilled Chicken with Corn-and-Avocado Salad
Vietnamese marinades feature many flavors, including sweet, sour, salty, and hot. In this recipe, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes are used to create a delicious, tangy...
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- Preventive Health
- Staying Healthy
What Is Preventive Health?
Practicing preventive health means getting screened for illness or disease before you feel sick. Regular screenings help your doctor catch health problems early, when they’re easier to treat.
- Staying Healthy
- Preventive Health
Who’s Who at the Doctor’s Office?
Whether using telehealth or visiting a facility, when you make an appointment for a routine checkup or medical issue, you might see a doctor, or another highly qualified medical professional such as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
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