Two Words: Dietary Fiber

Fiber is a substance in plants. Dietary fiber is the kind that you eat. It's a type of carbohydrate. You may also see it listed on a food label as soluble fiber or insoluble fiber. Both types have important health benefits.

Good sources of dietary fiber include

Whole grains
Nuts and seeds
Fruit and vegetables

So are you getting enough dietary fiber?

The Many Parts of Medicare

Medicare helps with the cost of health care for those over 65. Some people under 65 also qualify if they have certain disabilities. The program has four parts:

Part A is hospital insurance.
Part B helps pay for medical services that Part A doesn't cover.
Part C is called Medicare Advantage. If you have Parts A and B, you can choose this option to receive all of your health care through a provider organization, like an HMO.
Part D is prescription drug coverage. It helps pay for some medicines.

Water in Your Diet

Water serves as a lubricant. It makes up saliva and the fluids surrounding your joints. Water regulates the body temperature through perspiration. It also helps prevent and relieve constipation by moving food through the intestines. Drink water every day.

How Does Organ Donation Work?

Have your ever wondered how organ donation works and how organs are matched to a recipient?

Low Vision and Aging

The leading causes of low vision and blindness in the United States are age-related eye diseases: macular degeneration, cataract and glaucoma. Learn what you can do to help protect or cope with low vision.