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Summer Health
Tips for Seniors

Summer can be a physically taxing time for everyone. The weather gets hot, places get crowded and busy, and we tend to race from one place to the next. Everyone needs to relax and enjoy summer, especially seniors. As we age, we become more sensitive to changes in temperature, especially heat. This article will look at some summerhealth tips for seniors that should be taken into consideration as the weather warms up

Best Exercise for Older Adults
Strength, Balance, Stretching & Endurance

For older adults and seniors who want to stay healthy and independent, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) recommend four types of exercises:

Protecting Yourself
How do you know what is a scam and what isn't?

It's sometimes hard to tell if a sales pitch is legitimate or fraudulent. You can't judge it by the tone of someone's voice, or how friendly or sincere the person seems. Good salespeople are convincing, and so are crooks. But it's probably a scam if:

Fire Safety Tips
Take care of yourself, and your loved ones

Americans over the age of 65 have a fire death rate nearly twice the national average. For those over 75, this jumps to three times the national average. Whether living independently or in a care facility, there are steps seniors can take to remain safe from fire.

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Recipe: Orange Mango Cocktail
Low Caloric & Diabetic Friendly Recipe

A diet rich in vegetables and fruits, and low in saturated fat and simple carbohydrates, is a healthy diet. Make sure you are adding all the necessary nutrients to your meal plan on a daily basis.

Orange and mango are a perfect combination for a sweet and refreshing drink. I like to use Valencia oranges for their superior flavor and tartness. They do have seeds, but not many, and they are not hard to remove. Valencias are in season in the summertime, which makes it a perfect time right now.

1½ cups orange sections
1 large mango (about 1 lb), peeled & cut into chunks
2 Tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
2 Tbsp SPLENDA® Granular

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As always, be sure to always check with your dietician, nutritionist or primary care physician before going on any specific diet plan.

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