Wellness
Browse through the topics in our wellness library to discover best practices around staying healthy as you age and how CarePartners of Connecticut can help.
The Brain Benefits of Puzzles
Jigsaw puzzles. Crossword puzzles. Sudoku. They’re fun, they’re challenging—and they can help strengthen cognitive health as you age.
Exercising with Chronic Pain and Swelling
Regular exercise is a key component of good health. But if you have pain and swelling in your legs, feet, or other parts of your body during or after exercise, it can be difficult to stick to a routine.
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults
The beginning of a new year is a great time to check in on your health goals. If you’re looking to make a New Year’s resolution, here are five opportunities to lead a healthier, safer lifestyle this year.
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- Recipes
Grilled Shrimp with Mint Salsa Verde
A tiny dollop of yogurt gives a pleasant, unexpected creaminess to the piquant salsa that is drizzled over grilled shrimp in this attractive entrée.
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Linguine with Cannellini Beans and Summer Squash
This one-dish heart-healthy pasta meal includes fresh seasonal vegetables and protein-packed beans.
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Sweet and Sour Chicken
A Chinese take-out family favorite! This recipe cuts out the sugar and fat of restaurant varieties, combining the natural sweetness of pineapples with sugar substitute for a healthier take. Plus, the variety of bell peppers creates a colorful entrée.
- Staying Healthy
- Seasonal Health
Antihistamines and Your Risk of Falling
Antihistamines are a common over-the-counter (OTC) drug used to fight allergies, coughs, and colds. They can also be found in sleep aids and pain relievers.
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Habichuelas Rosadas a la Caribeña (Caribbean Pink Beans)
This Dominican-inspired recipe uses dried beans that cost just pennies per pound. Serve as a side dish or as an entrée for a healthy and affordable meal.
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One-Pot Tuna Casserole with Green Beans and Almonds
This one-pot American dish is simple to make and easy on your wallet.
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- Fitness
Exercising with Chronic Pain and Swelling
Regular exercise is a key component of good health. But if you have pain and swelling in your legs, feet, or other parts of your body during or after exercise, it can be difficult to stick to a routine.
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- Fitness
Strength Training for Older Adults
Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your health in older age. Exercise—including strength training—can help prevent or delay health issues that often arise later in life.
- Recipes
Slow Cooker Kale, Tomato, and White Bean Soup
Break out the slow cooker and simmer up this veggie-filled soup. Serve it with whole-wheat rolls to easily sop up the delicious broth.
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- Staying Healthy
- Seasonal Health
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults
The beginning of a new year is a great time to check in on your health goals. If you’re looking to make a New Year’s resolution, here are five opportunities to lead a healthier, safer lifestyle this year.
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