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Snack attack? Try these 100-calorie snacks
Healthy snacks can satisfy your hunger and keep you from eating extra helpings at your next meal, which can lower total daily calories. Snacks can also supply afternoon energy and extra nutrients. If you're trying to lose weight, try these snacks that are 100 calories or less: 1 cup sliced bananas and fresh raspberries; 2 cups carrots; 2 cups air-popped popcorn; 5 rye or pumpernickel crackers; 2 tablespoons peanuts; 2 domino-sized slices of low-fat colby or cheddar cheese.
Weight loss: Gain control of emotional eating
Don't let emotional eating sabotage your weight-loss efforts. Use these tips to regain control.
Weight loss: Unhook yourself from food
Do thoughts and feelings about food stand in your way of learning healthy-eating habits? Try these five steps: 1. Know your habits. For a few weeks, jot down what, when and why you eat. See if any patterns emerge. 2. Take away temptation. Don't keep comfort foods in your home if they're hard for you to resist. 3. Enjoy an occasional treat to help curb cravings. 4. Don't give up on yourself. An occasional setback is to be expected. Get right back on the bandwagon.
Alzheimer's: Drugs help manage symptoms
Although there's no cure for Alzheimer's disease, certain drugs might help you manage your symptoms and improve your life for a time.
Alzheimer's stages: How the disease progresses
Alzheimer's stages — common behaviors as the disease progresses.
Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Have you ever tripped down the stairs? Slipped on a rug? It may seem silly, but falls are nothing to take lightly. Here are tips to fall-proof your home: 1. Keep electrical cords out of walking paths. 2. Securely fasten carpet, rugs and carpet runners to the floor. 3. Keep walkways and stairways free of clutter. 4. Use nonslip mats in the bathtub or shower.
Thin skin? Added protection helps
Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.
Denture care: How do I clean dentures?
Follow these best practices to keep your removable partial or full dentures clean, free from stains and comfortable.
Limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE)
LATE causes symptoms similar to Alzheimer's, but may progress more slowly.
8 brain health tips for a healthier you
Follow these tips to protect your head and to stay active and engaged. Exercise, sleep, diet and social life are all important for a healthy brain.
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