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In the introductory post of this "Age Friendly" series, we listed the range of topics we will be discussing, starting with how we fill our plates. Before we get started, a note on the information used in this series. To assure you received ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![two elderly friends walk along a brick-paver trail through a lushly vegetated park. [credit: pixabay.com, steve buissinne]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2023/03/2023_FCS_agefriendlyEldersWalkingPark_pixabayBuissinneSteveCROP1338x357TINY.png)
When you were younger, did you ever think about what it took to stay healthy? I'm guessing that many of us might have taken our good health for granted. Now, as you have aged and continue to do so, have you ever thought about what changes ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life![a person pours milk from a glass pitcher into a drinking glass, with berries, bowls and other items on a countertop. [credit: pexels.com, vlada karpovich]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2023/03/2023_FCS_agefriendlyPitcherMilkIntoGlass_pexelsKarpovichVlada1338x357TINY.jpg)
In our last post in this "Age Friendly" series, we talked about the vegetable, fruit and grain food groups. This post, we will take a look at the protein and dairy food groups. But first, a reminder: our bodies need a variety of nutrients ... READ MORE
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Physical activity and exercise are important for all ages, but as we age oftentimes our activity levels tend to decline. Staying physically active and participating in regular exercise can help you continue to do the things you love and stay ... READ MORE
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Aging is commonly associated with decreased mobility, strength and energy. This frailty is largely due to a "decline in function of muscle mass." (Morley, 2016). According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, "regular ... READ MORE
Category: Health & NutritionAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, by the year 2050 the nation’s elderly population will more than double to 88 million, and the more frail, the over 85 year population will quadruple to 19 million. Older Floridians, their families, and ... READ MORE
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