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Eating a healthy diet is essential for people of every age. But as you age, doing so is especially ... Nutrition Quiz Eating a healthy diet is essential for people of every age. But as you age, doing ... nutrition; older adults and nutrition; nutrition and aging; health eating; healthy diet; aging and diet;

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What's the secret to a long, healthy life? The secret is that it depends on you. The ... Longevity Quiz What's the secret to a long, healthy life? The secret is that it depends on you. You can ... longevity; aging and health; centenarian; old age; healthy aging; healthy lifestyle;

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*Eye Health Seniors ... For Seniors: Taking Care of Your Eyes ... vision loss could be prevented. For Seniors: Don't Take Your Eyes for Granted Imagine what life ... eye diseases like glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) might be present before you

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When you think of aging-related diseases, heart disease and dementia probably come to mind. But ... 2023 The Hidden Danger of Addiction Among Older Adults When you think of aging-related diseases ... seniors; overdose; prescription drugs;