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Cómo mejorar la alimentación saludable a través de la planificación

1 week ago | brainandlife.org | Sari Harrar

Andrea Andretta ama cultivar, cocinar y comer comida sana. Pero hace 10 años la fatiga, el dolor y la confusión de la encefalomielitis miálgica/síndrome de fatiga crónica (ME/CFS) llegaron a su vida y tuvo que recurrir a una estrategia simple para llevar una dieta sana: planificar sus comidas. Andretta creó recetas con fotos para cocinar comidas sencillas, como yogur con fruta y frutos secos, ensalada de pollo y huevo con verduras, queso y tocino.
How Adding Omega-3s to Your Diet Supports Brain Health

2 weeks ago | brainandlife.org | Sari Harrar

After a hemorrhagic stroke—in which a blood vessel ruptures in the brain—32-year-old Kelly Fucheck changed her diet to restore her overall physical and mental health. Now 46, she and her family eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein—and Fucheck fits in fish, nuts, and seeds packed with omega-3 fatty acids, sometimes in surprising ways.
El devastador impacto de las estafas en las familias

1 month ago | aarp.org | Sari Harrar

Carisa Kelly, a cuya madre los estafadores le robaron $300,000. Jackie Molloy Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Carisa Kelly estaba llena de ira y frustración el verano pasado después de que unos delincuentes robaron $300,000 a su madre de 73 años en una elaborada estafa de apoyo técnico.
Scams’ Devastating Impact on Victims’ Families

1 month ago | aarp.org | Sari Harrar

Carisa Kelly, whose mother had $300,000 stolen by scammers Jackie Molloy Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Carisa Kelly was filled with rage and frustration last summer after criminals stole $300,000 from her 73-year-old mother in an elaborate computer help desk scam.
28 Tips for Avoiding Foodborne Illness | Members Only

1 month ago | aarp.org | Sari Harrar

AARP (Getty Images, 2) Facebook Twitter LinkedIn From listeria and norovirus to E. coli, salmonella and beyond, foodborne pathogens sicken 48 million Americans each year, sending 128,000 to the hospital and killing 3,000. Older adults face extra risk for severe foodborne illness due to weakened immunity, slower digestion and less bug-killing stomach acid.
23 Ways to Maintain Your Hearing Health as You Age

2 months ago | aarp.org | Sari Harrar

AARP (Getty Images) Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Your ears aren’t just for hearing. They’re also responsible for keeping you balanced as you move through your day, and they play an important role in safeguarding your well-being in other ways, as well, keeping your brain sharp and tuned into your environment and to others in your world.
How Meal Planning Improves Healthy Eating

2 months ago | brainandlife.org | Sari Harrar

Andrea Andretta loves growing, cooking, and eating good food. But when fatigue, pain, and brain fog from myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome got in the way about a decade ago, she turned to a simple and effective strategy to reclaim a healthy diet: meal planning. Andretta created step-by-step recipe pages, with photos, for easy meals like yogurt with fruit and nuts, salad with chicken, and scrambled eggs with veggies, cheese, and bacon bits.
From Years of Pain to Unlikely Salvation | Members Only

Jan 23, 2025 | aarp.org | Sari Harrar

Video: Sandra Carlson Suffered From Undiagnosed Excruciating Pain for Years Photo Credit: AARP Studios Facebook Twitter LinkedIn On January 5, 2022, Sandra Carlson planned to end her life. At 53, she needed a walker to take a few steps. Even with it, she crashed to the ground.
Outsmart the System: Tips and Tricks for Getting Good Health Care

Dec 11, 2024 | aarp.org | Sari Harrar

Kiersten Essenpreis Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Our world has become more digital, virtual and automated. Still, the post-pandemic economy can at times feel unstable. How do we navigate this new landscape and make the system work for us?
Whooping Cough and Newborns: How to Set Boundaries With Visitors

Dec 5, 2024 | webmd.com | Sari Harrar

Dec. 6, 2024 – Whooping cough is making a dangerous comeback across the U.S., with cases soaring to 4.5 times more this year than last, according to the CDC. For parents of newborns, this highly contagious respiratory illness poses a serious threat – and protecting your baby starts with setting clear boundaries. That might mean asking grandparents, friends, and other loved ones to follow precautions before meeting your little one.