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What’s New In Glaucoma Research?

BY JOE SCOTCHIE

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When physicians affiliated with the San Francisco-based Glaucoma Research Foundation look at this disease, they treat it as a worldwide problem. More than cataracts, glaucoma, researchers say, is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. The struggle for early detection, treatment and eventually, a cure, goes on.

Recently, leading researchers with the GRF met to discuss progress and obstacles to combat this eye disease, one caused when axons in the optic nerve are damaged to the point where they can no longer carry the necessary information to the brain.

Physicians working on glaucoma research have formed a Catalyst for a Cure (CFC) initiative designed to share information and insights on glaucoma prevention and treatment.

At a recent roundtable, they shared insights, hopes and even frustrations on the glaucoma front.

“Glaucoma is a really tough disease,” admitted Dr. Jeffrey L. Goldberg. “[The] big problem worldwide is [that] we don’t have a good way to diagnose the disease. We need better biomarkers, in other words; we have no way for patients who have lost vision in glaucoma, to restore that vision, to give them back vision that we’ve lost. Right now, all of our treatments, the best that they can do, is try to slow the decline, or prevent the further loss of vision.”

Others expressed optimism over the formation of the CFC and held out some hope in the latest research.

“Glaucoma is very difficult to detect and treat for a couple of reasons,” added Dr. Andrew Huberman. “One is that the cells that are affected, retinal ganglion cells, are optically clear and this is very important....

[Because] they’re clear, it’s impossible to focus an image onto the

Roger McGuinn ganglion cells and to essentially look at the ganglion cells and see how many they are, and evaluate whether they’re healthy or not. So what we’re trying to do is develop biomarkers that will enable us to see those cells in really sharp relief and be able to interrogate those cells and ask whether or not they’re in a healthy, sick, or perhaps getting sick state.”

“One important finding from Andrew Huberman’s lab at the University of California San Diego, is that connections in a specific layer of the retina change first in early glaucoma,” said Dr. Vivek Srinivasan. “We believe that this particular layer of the retina may provide us with a biomarker for early changes in glaucoma.”

“One of the techniques that was the most exciting development in the last year...is the development of the split

detection technique,” said Dr. Alfredo Dubra. “[One] of them is a little mask over here that... rather than... collecting the light through a central small pinhole, is...letting all the light around that pinhole, rather than be wasted, is collected here in the back by two light detectors - and by combining those two, we’ve been able to create images with unprecedented contrast of things that are transparent inside the retina. It is what is allowing us to study the vasculature, and we’re hoping that we can continue to improve on this technique to hopefully one

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As always, there is the quest for new technology. Dr. Stuart J. McKinnon, writing in Gleams, identified such new strategies as nerve grafts, nanotechnology, cellular implants, genetic manipulations, promoters of nerve growth and steam cell approaches.

Although McKinnon, too, admits that there is much research to be done, he maintained that researchers “have made great progress in understanding the process of optic nerve growth degeneration and regeneration in glaucoma.”

Early testing remains essential. And for any research project, it’s always helpful when a celebrity has a story to tell. Roger McGuinn, the legendary co-founded of The Byrds, was diagnosed with glaucoma 10 years ago. But that was early enough. Daily medication has allowed McGuire to keep his vision and continue touring and playing music. “When I was first diagnosed with glaucoma, I was depressed,” McGuinn told GRF. “I didn’t know much about glaucoma, or whether the pressure could be controlled. I had trouble even accepting that something this serious could happen to my eyes. “People have to realize that they really need to be tested for glaucoma. Waiting may result in vision loss and then it’s too late,” McGuinn continued. “My motivation is getting people to realize they should be tested while we hope for a cure in the near future.”

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January Is Thyroid Awareness Month January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck, just above your collarbone. It is one of your endocrine glands, which make hormones.

Thyroid hormones control the rate of many activities in your body.

These include how fast you burn calories and how fast your heart beats. All of these activities are your body’s metabolism.

earlier in life.

Certain times in a woman’s life make her more vulnerable to thyroid problems, including during puberty, at first menstruation, during pregnancy, within six months of giving birth and during menopause.

Thyroid problems include:

• Have a family history of thyroid problems • Have an autoimmune disease such as type 1 diabetes • Are over the age of 50 • Have had thyroid surgery • Have Down’s or Turner’s syndrome Nearly 59 million Americans suffer from thyroid problems, but the majority do not even know they are affected. People who have had radiation treatments or whose necks have been exposed to x-rays are also more likely to suffer from thyroid problems. Interestingly Caucasian and Asian people are three times more at risk if compared to other populations.

Visit the American Thyroid Association (www.thyroid.org) or the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (www. thyroidawareness.org) for more information.

• Goiter—enlargement of the thyroid gland • Hyperthyroidism—when your thyroid gland makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs • Hypothyroidism—when your thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormones • Thyroid cancer • Thyroid nodules—lumps in the thyroid gland • Thyroiditis—swelling of the thyroid

Who is at risk?

Thyroid dysfunction is very common throughout the world, especially in women. Why women are more at risk than men is not fully understood, but they are not only more likely to have thyroid problems, but also develop them

Regardless of your gender, you are at risk of thyroid dysfunctions if you:

Thyroid Symptoms Checklist The National Academy of Hypothyroidism (NAH) has put together a detailed checklist of thyroid symptoms, grouped by category. The following is a partial list of symptoms that often indicate an overactive or underactive thyroid. Multiple self-assessed symptoms should be addressed with your doctor. ___ My thyroid/neck is enlarged or there is a lump in my neck ___ Sometimes it’s hard to swallow ___ I feel thirsty much of the time ___ I’m a diabetic, and having symptoms of poor blood sugar control (hunger, shakiness when hungry) ___ I am gaining /losing weight without a change in diet or exercise ___ I have recently been diagnosed as anorexic ___ I am very intolerant of any temperature extremes—hot or cold ___ I feel cold, especially in the hands and/or feet. ___ I’m sweating excessively, or much less than normal ___ My movements or speech are slower than normal ___ I feel heart palpitations, flutters, skipped beats, strange patterns or rhythms ___ I have more frequent bowel movements or unusual constipation ___ I have tinnitus (ringing in ears). ___ I feel fatigued /unusual increase in energy, more than normal. ___ I feel like I can’t get enough sleep, or do not need very much sleep ___ My muscles feel weak ___ I have worsening acne, breakouts ___ My mucous membranes (i.e. mouth, eyes) are especially dry ___ I have puffiness around my eyes ___ My skin is rough, coarse, dry,

scaly, itchy, and thick. ___ My nails are dry, more brittle, break more easily ___ My hair is falling out or rapidly thinning, more than usual ___ I’m losing hair from the outer edge of my eyebrows ___ I have significantly calloused heels ___ My eyeballs are bulging or protruding ___ I’m feeling confused and my thinking is disorganized ___ My menstrual periods have become unusually light, or unusually heavy ___ My sex drive is low or nonexistent ___ I have chronic yeast infections ___ I’m unable to get pregnant ___ I’ve had a miscarriage or multiple miscarriages ___ I’m feeling unusually depressed ___ I’m having brain fog, memory lapses, and difficulty concentrating ___ My breasts are leaking milk, but I’m not lactating or breastfeeding ___ My menopause symptoms have gotten worse Visit the National Academy of Hypothyroidism’s website (www. nahypothyroidism.org) for the complete checklist or to take the NAH interactive questionnaire.

—Compiled by Christy Hinko

January Is National Radon Action Month

Radon gas is becoming more of a widespread problem in the United States. In the U.S., one in 15 homes are affected by elevated radon levels.

Radon cannot be seen, it has no scent, and is colorless. Radon invades homes and buildings through foundation cracks and openings and even directly through concrete.

Radon gas is considered a carcinogen that comes from decayed radium and uranium in the soil. It is the no. 1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and causes people that do smoke a greater chance of being diagnosed with lung cancer when exposed to this deadly gas. The EPA suggests levels of 4 pCi/L (picocuries) and above be addressed a level of 4 pCi/L is equivalent to eight cigarettes a day or 250 chest x-rays per year.

The World Health Organization (WHO) states that 3 percent of lung cancer cases are caused by

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radon and suggests people take action against levels higher than 2.7 pCi/L. The purpose of National Radon Action Month is to educate people about radon gas, its health risks, how to test homes for radon and what actions need to be taken if there are high levels of radon present. Radon is a problem that affects millions of homes, day care centers, schools and buildings across the country.

This is the time to get informed in order to stay safe and healthy in the place you spend most of your time. Check with your local health department and home improvement store for test kits.

For New York state’s Department of Health radon information page, including instructions about ordering a radon test kit, visit www. health.ny.gov/environmental/radiological/radon/ radon.htm or call 518-402-7556.

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The Key To Successful Resolutions

BY MELODY POURMORADI

SPECIALSECTIONS@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM For most of us, the beginning of the new year holds great significance and the promise of fresh new beginnings.

It is a time where we put pen to paper and comprise a list of things that we want to achieve. Without even realizing it, I was setting myself up for great disappointment each year as I was not coming even close to making my resolutions a reality. Last January I finally decided it was time for a change and I implemented a new strategy in my own life that completely amped up 2015 for me and made it a year of growth, personal fulfillment and success. I essentially got honest with myself and set intentions that were clear, realistic and exciting. Use one or all of these suggestions to make 2016 the year that you commit to your resolutions and take the steps to make them a reality.

Commit To Your Vision Get clear about your objectives for the new year by visualizing what you want your life to look like one year from now. How will you spend your time? Who will you be surrounded by? Be sure to focus on images and

ideas of what you do want in your life.

So often, in attempting to put forth our desires and wishes, we identify all of the things we do not want causing great confusion to our subconscious mind. This is how we stay stuck in past patterns and when we start calling in the opposite of what we want into our lives. Clarity in holding your vision is key.

Get Real If you want to make any form of lasting change in your life, it is essential that you get honest with yourself and focus your energy on creating goals that are realistic for you today. We all have those beautiful colossal goals of taking the vacation of a lifetime or creating our dream business but ask yourself this before creating your list: What are some small yet meaningful steps that I can take this year to make those larger goals become a possibility in the long term? Set yourself up to win so that you don’t get discouraged and can commit to ultimately staying on path. Once you have identified those smaller right actions, commit to them daily.

Focus On The Feelings

So often we get so caught up in the idea of the resolutions themselves that we forget about how we truly want to feel in the new year. I invite you to ask yourself what the feeling is that you are trying to create for yourself by making your goal a reality. Write it down next to the resolution so that while you are making progress towards your goal, you are also taking every opportunity to create that feeling in this moment whenever the opportunity is available to you. In seeking that country home, the feelings you may be seeking are freedom and abundance. Create opportunities to feel abundant and free on a daily basis as you move closer and closer to your ultimate goal.

Stay Accountable In making lasting and meaningful change, success is so much greater when you are held accountable to your commitments. Hiring a life or a business coach can be instrumental in guiding you to your ultimate vision.

Knowing that each week, you will be held responsible for the transformations that you have committed to keeps you motivated, diligent and on

path in this process.

How will your year begin? Prepare yourself for victory this year by making an honest commitment to your growth. Small daily progress can create massive change over time. Stay clear, remain on path and consistently tune into the feelings you are trying to create through your resolutions and make every effort to experience them daily and unconditionally.

Melody Pourmoradi is a women’s wellness and lifestyle coach at Life Evolutions Coaching. Learn more about her services at www. lifeevolutionscoaching.com

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Surviving A Divorce With A High Conflict Personality

BY JEREMY SKOW

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High Conflict Personalities (HCPs) possess many of the characteristics of a personality disorder including unmanaged emotions, all-or-nothing thinking and an inability to take responsibility for their actions.

HCPs are persuasive blamers by nature. They convince others that their problems are caused by something or someone else. This is why many narcissists, borderlines, histrionics and antisocials employ smear campaigns when they target someone. By blaming others they keep the focus off the real problem, themselves.

HCPs are driven by four primary fears: being ignored, belittled (including public exposure), abandoned and losing control (over you, assets or the situation). The divorce process triggers these fears because it is a final loss of control and also means that their flaws and faults might be exposed to others. Your conflict with them therefore may have little to do with the amount of money at stake or who gets primary custody. To best survive your divorce you’d benefit from knowing how to best manage their personality.

HCPs are usually poor negotiators.

Their all-or-nothing thinking considers compromise to be losing and people who are willing to accept a fair deal as losers. Oftentimes they simply want to extract the maximum amount from you so the actual amount becomes meaningless. If you chose to be generous and give away more than you’re obligated, an HCP would see it as a sign of weakness and press for even more. No matter what you offer, an ex like this will consider you a jerk. If you are generous, your ex will likely just consider you a stupid jerk. You can’t negotiate with someone like this. Protect your own interests.

Tell your attorney what your bottom line is and let him or her communicate with your ex. Your ex is likely too stuck in the role of opposing you for you to make headway on your own.

Remain vigilant for extreme behavior. Your ex’s shallow arrogance and insensitivity typically devastates and angers those around them until they want something (or feel threatened) and then, suddenly, they change their attitude promising to be easier-going and more cooperative.

Dissolve fantasies that your ex-spouse will fundamentally change. They won’t. Be wary and proceed with caution.

Stay grounded and do not allow yourself to get pulled into their drama. Avoid being overly reactive, remembering that the more you escalate the emotions in a situation, the more that will feed into the HCP’s desire for attention.

Maintain your Jeremy Skow perspective.

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that your divorce is only an aspect of your life, not your whole life. HCPs want to keep you from moving on with your life, especially if you have children. Don’t give them that power.

High-conflict personalities are bullies. They like to “win” by making you angry or beating you down, so keep your feelings to yourself. If you let an HCP know how you truly feel, especially when your views differ from theirs, it will always be interpreted as a threat and invite more attacks.

Remaining in the cross-hairs of an HCP is traumatic and emotionally exhausting. Look for supportive nurturing environments to address your feelings (therapy, support groups for people with personality-disordered exes, etc.)

Lastly, it is important to enforce boundaries to protect yourself and your life. Communicate only when necessary, and then do so briefly by email.

Set aside specific times in your week to deal with these issues (email responses or legal consults) so it does not consume all your time and attention.

Jeremy Skow maintains a private practice in Great Neck. Contact him at 516-322-9133, jskow@lmhcny.com, www.mentalhealthcounselingny.com

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Make 2016 Your Happiest And Healthiest Year Ever As we start the new year, many of us have set resolutions to lose weight, eat better or exercise more.

While these are necessary for sustaining good health Dr. Stacy Rosen throughout life, it’s also important to remember that happiness can make a big difference when it comes to your overall well-being. So,

Forgive Yourself It is easy to feel guilty for indulging in a decadent dessert or missing a workout. Yet, the reality is we’re all human, and we all stray from our goals from time to time. The key is to not get frustrated or defeated by minor setbacks.

if there is one goal that we should all strive for in 2016, it’s happiness.

There’s growing evidence that a positive outlook on life, mindfulness and gratitude can offer substantial mental and physical health benefits.

These include reduced risk of illnesses, including heart attacks, stroke and depression.

Some things you should consider:

Be Grateful It can be beneficial to regularly take a moment to reflect on what you have to be grateful for or to even create a “good things” journal that you use to write down the positive events and happenings that you can go back and read when you’re feeling a little down or defeated.

Give More to Get More It’s a simple fact that lending a hand can make you feel good, and increasingly, experts believe that it may have long-lasting health benefits that could potentially add years to your life. And, there’s an actual biochemical explanation for this: giving back releases endorphins, the brain’s natural painkillers.

Keep It Simple There is tremendous value in simple healthy actions such as going for a walk, getting a good night’s sleep or spending quality time with a child or elderly family member. Many of us have been conditioned to overthink what we need to do to stay healthy and feel good. Sometimes, it’s the simplest things that feel the best and deliver the most impact.

Declutter and Simplify Do you feel overwhelmed by disarray in your garage, closet or kitchen? One of the most popular and widely discussed books of 2015, The LifeChanging Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing, shares methods for decluttering and the impact that an organized home can have on mood and physical and mental health. While this minimalistic approach isn’t for everyone, getting rid of the extra “stuff” that adds chaos to daily life can be a surprisingly simple way to feel happier and less anxious.

In 2016, the Katz Institute for Women’s Health will continue to be here as your health care provider, with many new exciting programs, events and opportunities to help you achieve health and wellness in the coming year. For more information, call the Katz Institute for Women’s Health Resource Center at 855-850-5494 to speak to a women’s health specialist.

(Dr. Stacey Rosen is the vice president for Women’s Health at the Katz Institute for Women’s Health, part of Northwell Health. She is also an associate professor of dardiology at the Hofstra-Northwell School of Medicine.)

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THE SPECIALIST

Combating Colon Cancer

BY DAVID BERNSTEIN

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Colorectal (colon) cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.

Colon cancer affects men and women

Dr. David Bernstein

equally. Approximately 50,000 people in the United States are expected to die from colorectal cancer in the upcoming year. The majority of colon cancers evolve from polyps. Colonic polyps, abnormal growths of tissue on the inner lining of the colon, are

common findings in men and women 50 years of age and older. Most polyps are not cancerous, but one common type of polyp, known as an adenoma, can develop into colorectal cancer.

Screening for colon polyps can prevent the development of colon cancer and therefore save lives. In fact, colonoscopy is the only screening test that can prevent cancer from developing. When colon cancer is detected early and treated, the 5-year survival rate is 90 percent. Screening tests for colorectal cancer generally either seek to identify and remove adenomas or examine the stool for signs of early cancer in people who

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have no symptoms. The current recommendation is that average-risk adults undergo an initial colonoscopy at age 50 to screen for colorectal cancer. A repeat colonoscopy is then to be repeated based upon what was found at 3, 5 or 10 years. If the examiner felt that the preparation was not adequate to properly visualize the colon, a repeat procedure may be recommended sooner.

The preparation for colonoscopy is not always the most pleasant and requires the drinking of a purging agent the day before. There simply is no easy way to clean out the colon so that the examiner can get a good view. Most people think that the preparation is the worst part of the procedure but it really is not that bad, and think of how important a good, clean colon is to visualize polyps. Someone undergoing this procedure certainly wants the best possible visualization to avoid missing abnormalities.

Far and away, colonoscopy has become the accepted standard for colon cancer screening. This test allows for complete visualization of the colon (about four-five feet) and removal of polyps if found. It is well tolerated by patients with an extremely low adverse event rate. Although invasive, sedation is given to ensure that the patient has a good experience.

Multiple studies have determined that this test is cost effective and life saving if current guidelines for use are followed. The guidelines for screening are well established and well published. For normal risk individuals, colonoscopy is recommended every ten years beginning at age 50.

For African-Americans, the American College of Gastroenterology recommends that screening start at age 45. For those with a family history of colorectal cancer, testing should begin at age 40 or 10 years younger than the age of the youngest affected relative, whichever is earlier. For both average and high risk individuals, all potential pre-cancerous polyps must be removed.

My suggestion to all readers is to consult your physician to discuss colon cancer screening and when it is right for you. With an educated public and a willing medical team, we hope to dramatically decrease the incidence of colon cancer and perhaps even eliminate colon cancer in the future. In New York, we are well on our way to these goals.

David Bernstein, MD, is chief of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

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February is Women’s Health Month and on Wednesday, Feb. 11, the American Heart Association (AHA) will hold its 15th annual Long Island Go Red For Women luncheon at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury.

The luncheon combines an elegant reception, silent auction, networking opportunities and moving Long Island female survivor stories. It will again feature educational breakout sessions presented by recognized and credentialed healthcare professionals, providing women with information, resources and hope to take action and live a longer, stronger life.

The luncheon will honor Linda Ressa, sales manager, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and Community HonoreePremier Cardiology. Michelle Schmitt, partner in the Real Estate Group at Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP is chair of the luncheon. Leanna Karlson, co-host of the Morning Show with Steve & Leeana on K98.3 will emcee the event.

Visit www.longislandgoredluncheon. ahaevents.org or call 516-962-0805 for more information including sponsorship and reservations.

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Winter Nutrition As You Age

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With age, the body naturally starts to become less efficient in absorbing essential nutrients. Some seniors When the temperature drops, also face chewing, swallowing and healthy eating can become less of a digestion challenges or experience a priority. As winter settles in, staying decreased appetite from diminished inside and piling extra cheese on a taste buds. Certain health conditions chili dog may sound more inviting and medications also can interfere than squeezing fresh lemon on an with the elderly consuming nutriarugula salad. Keeping a healthy diet tious foods and the right amount of in winter can be a challenge, especalories. Add in wintertime cocooncially if you are an older adult. ing and decreased activity and many seniors opt for a diet of convenient comfort foods laden with empty calories.

“As adult home care providers, we see the importance of ensuring that the elderly are eating well and eating enough every day,” said Gregg Balbera, president of Right at Home Nassau Suffolk.

“Winter is tough on seniors because the harsh weather limits them from getting out to buy fresh foods or to Choose anti-oxidant rich fruits and exercise.

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so our caregivers often assist with grocery shopping, cooking well-balanced meals and monitoring eating habits.

Sometimes a few simple dietary adjustments are all that is needed to keep older adults enjoying healthier foods.”

During winter, seniors benefit from better nutrition through resistance to illness, an emotional boost against “cabin fever” and better management of overall health conditions.

Balbera recommends that wintertime nutrition includes the following:

Dark, leafy green vegetables

Choose antioxidant-rich, dark greens such as spinach, broccoli, kale and chard, and select yellow and orange vegetables including yams, carrots and squash.

Citrus fruits

Oranges, lemons, grapefruits and limes are popular vitamin C-packed citrus fruits also rich in flavonoids that promote good HDL cholesterol. For greater health benefits, it is best to consume whole fruits instead of processed juices, which often contain extra sugars.

Protein

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For an overview of optimum dietary choices, WebMD lists a number of nutrients that may be missing from the diet of seniors, including vitamin B12, calcium and magnesium.

Encourage your older loved ones to talk with their geriatrician, doctor or dietitian for a tailored nutrition plan that accounts for specific health needs and dietary likes and dislikes.

No matter what age you are, an occasional wintertime cheesy chili dog is OK, but don’t forget the carrot sticks and glass of fortified milk.

Adding vegetables, beans and lentils to stews and soups is an easy, inexpensive way to increase fiber and nutrients. Cook a larger pot of a recipe and divide into smaller portions to freeze.

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Eating protein sources at meals and snacks throughout the day helps with blood sugar and energy levels. Beyond red meat, seniors can vary protein sources with eggs, fish, dairy and nuts.

Add vegetables, like green beans, to your soups and stews.

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With less sunshine in winter, the body needs other sources of vitamin D to help absorb calcium and strengthen muscles. Foods naturally higher in vitamin D include egg yolks, seafood, grains and fortified milk.

As a general nutrition guideline, older adults are advised to consume most of their daily calories from plant-based foods—grains, nuts and greens—closer to their whole or natural state. For seniors who rarely

Lemons are packed with vitamin C.

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