A registered dietitian explains how our digestive system changes as we get older and why it can also impact our food preferences.

You’re probably familiar with the most common age-related eye conditions: glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Thyroid Eye Disease, or TED, while less common and less familiar to most people, still affects about 63,000 individuals in the United States. 

Winter brings shorter days, colder weather, and unique challenges for maintaining our health and well-being.

If you’ve donated a pint of blood in your lifetime, you’re in a special group. About 37% of the U.S. population is eligible to give blood; however, only 3% do.

Alzheimer's disease affects millions of people worldwide, but there are steps you can take to reduce your risk and protect your brain health.

As a caregiver, you automatically put the needs of others first. That is the nature of caregiving. You want to be there when they need you, even if that means being available 24 hours a day.

Though most older adults, or 83 percent, say they understand that the end-of-life transition is an important part of life, a large majority, or nearly 70 percent, say the topic is generally avoided.

If you have noticed a sudden accumulation of wrinkles, aches and pains or a general sensation of having grown older almost overnight, there may be a scientific explanation.

Entering a hypnotic state can improve symptoms of many mental and physical illnesses—and Medicare may cover it. 

Independent living is important for seniors, but a new study shows it might not be the best thing for their health.