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Supplements to Consider Stopping Before Surgery: What You Need to Know
Learn which supplements to avoid before surgery and why. Protect your health by discussing them with your doctor well in advance.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Dec 3, 20243 min read


Understanding Urinary Symptoms in Older Women: Beyond UTIs
Urinary symptoms in older women? Beyond UTIs: When antibiotics help, when they harm, and what else might be causing your bladder symptoms.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Nov 19, 20243 min read


The Power of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: A Guide for Older Adults
Discover the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, dietary sources, and tips for older adults to support heart, brain, and bone health!

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Oct 30, 20243 min read


Interrupting Negative Thoughts: Fostering Optimism as We Age
Interrupting Negative thoughts, aging isn't just about the passage of time; its an opportunity for growth, adaptation, and fulfillment.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Oct 27, 20243 min read


Maximizing Protein Intake: The Key to Healthy Aging
Discover why protein is essential for healthy aging and how protein deficiency can lead to frailty and serious health issues. Learn about pr

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Oct 20, 20243 min read


Emergency Planning for Our Aging Community: A Call to Action
Hurricane Helene left Asheville in ruins, highlighting the need for disaster preparedness, especially for vulnerable older adults.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Oct 5, 20246 min read


Looking Forward: Aging Gracefully with Optimism
This post is dedicated to my beloved Aunt Mali, who is no longer with us. Her unwavering optimism inspired everyone around her. Even...

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Sep 22, 20244 min read


Redefining the Individualized Aging Journey
Discover how aging is a deeply individualized journey and learn how to adapt with personalized goals.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Sep 18, 20247 min read


Acceptance and Adaptability: Embracing Change in Body and Mind
Aging gracefully means embracing physical changes, cultivating resilience, and finding joy in what our bodies can still do.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Sep 13, 20245 min read


Embracing the Aging Process: Understanding Health Expectations
Embracing the Aging Process: Understanding health Expectations.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Sep 10, 20244 min read


Benefits of a Regular and Assisted Stretching Routine in Aging
Learn why stretching is vital for enhancing health and vitality as you age.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Sep 2, 20244 min read


Understanding Different Living Settings for Older Adults: Finding the Right Fit
Explore living options and how daily living needs guide care decisions: 55+ communities, CCRCs, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Aug 25, 20244 min read


Reducing your risk of Dementia
Did you know you can lower your risk of dementia

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Jul 21, 20245 min read


Unlocking Magnesium: Your Complete Guide
Discover the importance of magnesium, symptoms of deficiency, best food sources, and supplements in our comprehensive guide. #Magnesium #Hea

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
May 5, 20248 min read


Exploring Grief: Defining, Differentiating and Embracing Diverse Grieving Experiences.
In my role as a geriatrician, encountering death is a frequent occurrence. I've witnessed numerous individuals navigating their grief and...

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Oct 11, 20233 min read


Why is it so hard to sleep? (sleep and the aging process)
This blog post will explore the relationship between aging and sleep issues, including causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Apr 7, 20234 min read


CoQ What???
This blog post discusses the supplement CoQ10.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Jan 2, 20235 min read


Who looks out for you? Being your health care advocate
This post discusses how to be your own health care advocate.

Golnosh Sharafsaleh
Aug 29, 20225 min read


Don't Forget to Screen for Cancer!
Do you know anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer? Have you ever wondered how you can detect cancer earlier, hopefully before it has...

Dr. William Costello
Aug 10, 20224 min read


The Other Pandemic, Part 2: Tips on Relieving Caregiver Burden
This is Part 2 of our blog post on Caregiver Burden. Consider reading the previous blog post to learn more about Identifying Caregiver...

Dr. John Kriese
Apr 11, 20226 min read
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