Resources

Healthy Aging

• Get information on senior living, exercise for seniors, staying active and enjoying this time of life.
  www.webmd.com/healthy-aging
• The National Institute on Aging (NIA) provides government-funded information on staying active as we age.
  www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/exercise-and-physical-activity-getting-fit-life
• Review helpful tips for fall prevention from Philips Lifeline.
  www.learnnottofall.com/?gclid=CPOck8ywpa4CFU9ntgodHm4KSw
• A recent publication called Biology of Aging: Research Today for a Healthier Tomorrow from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) inquires into the basic biology of aging and points to directions for future investigation.
  www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/biology-aging
• This 24-page booklet from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) invites readers to see how much they know about aging.
  www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/whats-your-aging-iq
• Receive all the latest health topics and wellness tips from AARP for adults age 50 and over.
  www.aarp.org/health

Diet and Nutrition

• Find tips and research on dieting and nutrition, diet plans, recipes, fad diets, supplements and healthy weight-loss techniques.
  www.webmd.com/diet
• Get practical tips from AARP on healthy snacking.
  www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-12-2011/smart-snacking-tips.html
• The National Institute on Aging (NIA) provides a guide for making wise decisions about what you eat as you age.
  www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/whats-your-plate-smart-food-choices-healthy-aging

Alzheimer's Disease

• The National Institute on Aging (NIA) offers insight on the causes, symptoms and treatments for Alzheimer's and dementia.
  www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers
• Find current research and information about Alzheimer's from WebMD, including discussion forums for connecting with the larger Alzheimer's community.
  www.webmd.com/alzheimers
• Read the most recent Alzheimer's Disease Progress Report from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) for a summary of their latest research efforts.
  www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/2010-alzheimers-disease-progress-report-deeper-understanding