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Nourishing the spirit: The role of traditional foods in native elder health

"Diet and food play a pivotal role in overall health, well-being and active aging. For the nearly 800,000 people age 65 and older who identify themselves as American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander elders in the United States, there is also a connection between traditional foods and health that holds profound significance. Historical challenges, marked by colonization and loss, have set the stage for Native Elders to experience the worst health disparities in the United States (US). However, recent research has linked regular consumption of traditional foods to lower reported rates of diabetes, better nutrition status and higher participation in cultural practices for Native Elders. "

Obesity Treatment and Maintaining Muscle to Support Active Aging

"The number is startling--51% of the world’s population will have overweight or obesity by 2035, according to the World Obesity Atlas 2023. As the ICAA commented earlier this year, this was presented to the United Nations by the World Obesity Federation, which also called on governments to develop national action plans to address obesity."

Fueling recovery: The impact of nutrition on wound healing

"Did you know that approximately 3% (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8024242/) of older Americans—approximately 1.67 million people—are currently dealing with an open wound? While the body possesses a remarkable ability to recover, wounds that do not heal can substantially affect an individual’s mental, social and physical well-being. Although Wound Healing Awareness Month (https://wham-abwmfoundation.org) has ended for 2023, it is always a good time to explore a holistic approach to healing that can enhance healthy aging."

Embracing Wellness: A Father's Day Reflection

"Father's Day holds a special place in our hearts as we celebrate the invaluable role of fathers in our lives. It is a time to reflect on the lessons passed down from generation to generation, and the profound impact fathers have on shaping our well-being. Today, I want to share with you the wisdom I gained from my father's journey towards end of life, highlighting the importance of prioritizing our well-being."

Medically tailored meals promote health and health equity

"As we finish the May 2023 celebration of Older American’s Month (https://acl.gov/oam/2023/older-americans-month-2023) with its theme of “aging unbound,” it is important to consider how the concept of “food is medicine” can help address health equity challenges and give all people more opportunities to age well. The current focus on food as medicine emphasizes the use of nutrition to promote health and prevent disease."

Aging in Rural Areas: an important focus for addressing malnutrition and health equity

"Overcoming rural barriers to good health and nutrition is an important policy focus area, with rural areas facing greater nutrition risks. More than 1 in 5 older Americans live in rural areas, spanning from Appalachia and the Mississippi Delta to the Oklahoma Panhandle and Native reservations. A new article in OBM Geriatrics outlines how quality malnutrition care can help improve rural health outcomes and health equity for older Americans so they can enjoy a high quality of life in their later years by staying active and fully engaged in life."

Nutrition program to fall short on addressing food insecurity and malnutrition

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A never-ending cycle: Malnutrition, food insecurity and mental-health risk

Active Aging Leading, connecting and defining the active aging industry since 2001. ICAA provides world class information, education, resources and tools to help health and wellness professionals be more successful with their clients age 50 plus

Support active aging and quality of life with a nutrition-focused quality improvement program

"Aging well, as described by the World Health Organization(WHO), means maintaining physical and mental function as you get older. New research now documents that a nutrition-focused quality improvement program (QIP) can result in improved health and well-being and better nutritional outcomes for older adults who live in community settings."

“Insourcing” Can Help Reduce Staffing Shortages

"Can’t find employees for your active aging facility or organization? Need to cut costs? Remote staffing options—sometimes called outsourcing or insourcing—can help you handle many tasks accurately and efficiently with lower overhead costs and less turnover."

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