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Aging

Getting older can be a natural process but can also present challenges. How can you age gracefully? One way is by knowing how to prevent common problems associated with aging. Maggie Kuhn, an activist for elders’ rights, said, “Old age is not a disease—it is strength and survivorship, triumph over all kinds of vicissitudes and disappointments, trials and illnesses.” The information in this section is geared toward helping you to survive and thrive throughout the years.

Annual wellness exams are more important as we grow older. Wellness exams include a comprehensive assessment of body systems, screening physical exam, personalized additional screenings and address prevention for age-related conditions, such as osteoporosis, diabetes and arthritis. Call 206.834.4100 to schedule an appointment and ask about senior discounts on wellness exams and other appointments.

Good Humor Is Good Medicine for Seniors
Ginkgo May Soothe Dementia Symptoms
To Live Longer, Eat Your Veggies
Fish a Boon for Mature Bones
Supplements May Support Brain Recovery after Stroke
Anti-Aging Remedies for Health and Longevity
B Vitamins Protect Aging Brains
Vitamin E May Protect the Aging Brain
Mind Your Memory
Seniors: Boost Memory with Bacopa
A 4-Point Plan for Protecting Active Joints
Clues to an "Anti-Alzheimer’s" Diet
Seniors: Juice Up Your Brain
Seniors: The Time Is Nigh to Be Spry
Seniors: Pump Up for Strong Bones and Heart
Never Too Late: Exercise for Seniors Still Important
Exercise Gives the Brain a Boost
Exercise—a Key to Healthy Aging
Nutrients as Anti-Aging Agents
Seniors: Discover Vitamin D’s Brain-Boosting Power
Amino Acid Helps Seniors Maintain Muscle Strength
Seniors Adults Need as Much Protein as “Junior” Adults
Seniors: Stay Active for Healthy Metabolism
Vitamin C: Part of the Formula for Healthy Bones
To Live Longer, Get Stronger
Run for Your Life
Boost Bone Health with Plenty of Protein
Seniors: Get More Bs for Stronger Bones
Fitness Improves Dementia-Related Brain Decline
Recipe for a Happy, Healthy Old Age
New Food Pyramid Supports Seniors’ Nutrition
Optimal Vitamin D Better for Senior Blood Pressure
Are Antioxidants the Fountain of Youth?
Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease with Healthy Food
Red Yeast Rice Extract Combats Heart Disease
Selenium Keeps Aging Muscles Strong
New Physical Activity Guidelines for Seniors
Seniors: Keep It Moving for Longer Life
It’s Not Just What You Cook, It’s How You Cook It
Good News for Salt Lovers
Zinc Fights Infections in Seniors
Drink Your Juice to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
Stay Fit to Stay Sharp
Does Eating Less Lead to Longer Life?
Vitamin D, Calcium Prevent Falls in Senior Women
Exercise Prevents Dementia—Never Too Late
Acid Blockers Also Block Calcium
Taking Calcium, Vitamin D Helps Prevent Fractures—Complicated Story
Eating Fish Prevents Cognitive Decline
Vitamin D More Important Than Calcium for Bone Health
Back Exercise Prevents Falls in Older Women
Does Greater Age Mean Greater Girth?
Live Longer with the Right Amount of Exercise
Can Silicon Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s Disease
Stroke Victims Reduce Hip Fractures with Supplements
Tai Chi Brings Balance to Seniors
Seniors: Get a Nap for Better Sleep
Popular Indian Spice May Prevent Alzheimer’s
Vitamin D May Prevent Falls in Seniors
Sneaker-Wearing Seniors Less Likely to Fall
Vitamin E Prevents Colds in Seniors
Exercise: Good for the Body, Good for the Mind
DHEA: An Anti-Aging Hormone for Seniors?
Pomegranate Juice Keeps Arteries Healthy
Acupressure Beneficial for Motion Sickness in Elderly
Vibrational Insoles Improve Balance in the Elderly
Integrated Treatment Useful for Alzheimer’s Disease
Acupuncture Improves Swallowing Difficulties after a Stroke
Sage May Be Effective for Mild to Moderate Alzheimer’s
Effective Treatment for Poor Leg Circulation in Elderly
Tai Chi Exercise Improves Balance, Mobility in Elderly
Yoga May Help Correct Abnormal Spinal Curvature in Elderly
Eating Fish May Prevent Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease
Linoleic Acid Reduces Risk of Stroke
Dietary Fiber Improves Bowel Incontinence in Adults
Phosphorus Important for Bone Health in Elderly
Peppermint Oil Relieves Nerve Pain
Nutritional Supplements Fight High Homocysteine in Elderly
Creatine Increases Strength in Older Men
CoQ10 Benefits Elderly After Heart Surgery
Vitamin D May Help Prevent Falls in Elderly
Folic Acid Reduces Risk of Heart Disease in Elderly
Multivitamins May Reduce Lung Infections in the Elderly
Can B Vitamins Prevent Alzheimer’s?
Challenging the Vitamin A–Hip Fracture Link
Nutritional Supplements May Boost Immunity in Elderly
Elderly Increase Mobility by Exercise Through Knee Pain
Curcumin May Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

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