Older adults who adhere to a noninflammatory, healthy diet can slow the development of multiple chronic diseases, while those who eat inflammatory diets may accelerate the progress of multimorbidity, ...

The global population of older adults ages 60 and over is expected to jump from 12% in 2015 to 22% by 2050. Past studies show there are several lifestyle factors that can have a negative impact on how ...

Food packaging can be deceptive, as some foods that are marketed as healthy aren't. Here are several foods that seem healthy, but aren't for older adults.

Researchers from Karolinska Institutet studied how dietary patterns influence the development of chronic diseases such as heart disease, dementia, and diabetes in older adults. Older adults who ...

As a person ages, they can adopt certain behaviors to help them live healthier and improve their physical and mental health and quality of life. A lot of the habits that make up healthy living as an ...

New U.S. dietary guidelines embrace red meat as a recent study shows lean pork may boost insulin sensitivity and preserve muscle mass for older adults.

Even in later life, eating well pays off; researchers reveal that healthier diets can dramatically extend the lifespan of frail adults and cut their risk of early death. Study: Combined Effects of ...

Explore how nutrient-rich plant-based eating supports physical performance and combats age-related decline. Study: Plant-Based Diets and Their Associations with Physical Performance in the Baltimore ...

An older adult with diabetes who is living in a residential home setting (or that person's loved one) may have concerns about whether they’re getting access to the best food choices. To ensure that ...

Weight loss medications may help older adults lose and manage their weight. The drugs may work by decreasing your appetite or helping you feel fuller for longer. For best results, combine weight loss ...