Healthy Living
As you age, it's more important than ever to take of your health. Explore these articles for information and resources that can help you stay mentally and physically fit.
Your Guide to Weight Loss Over 60
The basics of weight loss are the same at any age—burn more calories than you consume and eat a healthy diet with more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, and leaner cuts of meat. But as you age your metabolism slows down making it difficult to lose unwanted weight. In addition, you may not be as active as you used to be.
Old-Fashioned Vegetable Barley Soup
Perfect on a cold day, this quick and easy vegetarian soup, packed with vegetables and a whole grain, can be on your table in about 30 minutes. Ingredients 4 Servings...
How to Get Enough Vitamin D in the Winter
Your body needs vitamin D to stay healthy and fight infections. While there are a number of ways to get vitamin D, the majority is produced by the body in...
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- Nutrition
Spaghetti Pesto and Zucchini
Spaghetti Pesto and Zucchini Enjoy this summer-inspired pesto and pasta dish, which takes advantage of one of the season's most plentiful garden vegetables. Ingredients Servings 6 Serving Size 2 1/2...
- Staying Healthy
- Mental Health
Can't Sleep? What To Do About Insomnia
Insomnia is a sleep problem that can cause difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or not feeling rested after waking up.
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- Staying Healthy
Four Easy Ways to Prevent Falls
Muscles generally lose strength and flexibility as you age—which is why all adults are at risk of falling.
- Seasonal Health
4 Ways to Stay Sun Safe
Who doesn’t love a beautiful sunny day? But when having fun in the sun, it’s important to protect your skin from sun damage.
Fruit Salad With Lemon-Mint Yogurt Dressing
As the weather warms up, cool down with this delicious, colorful summer fruit salad.
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- Seasonal Health
Hot Weather Safety: Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Summertime is the season many people look forward to all year. But it isn’t without hazards. While the warm weather makes it easier to enjoy outdoor activities, the heat can also cause serious health concerns.
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The Health Benefits of Positivity
Is it possible that a smile a day will keep the doctor away—even during stressful times? Maybe so! Did you know that people with a positive outlook are more likely to live longer than those with a negative outlook?
- Nutrition
Balsamic Steak Skewers with Mixed Vegetables and Grilled Sweet Potatoes
This is a perfect summertime meal with lots of colorful vegetables and delicious grilled flavor.
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2022 Wellness Guide
The 2022 Wellness Guide highlights some of the best things you can do to stay healthy throughout the year!
- Plan Information
Change Made to Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) Effective Date
In 2018, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) services will be covered for eligible members with no coinsurance, copay, or deductible. Per a CMS update, MDPP services will be available to eligible members beginning April 1, 2018.
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