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Ill-fitting dentures and missing teeth can make eating nearly impossible to enjoy and therefore decrease your appetite. But changing the way some foods are prepared can help. Try cooking vegetables and grains a minute or
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As we get older, it gets harder to do the things we once enjoyed or were able to do without a second thought. That’s why it’s important to maintain muscle strength, but it can be challenging to find exercises that push you yet are safe to do. Even during this difficult time, exercise shouldn’t be forgotten about, so here are a few virtual workout classes you can take to make sure you’re still getting your steps in. Active Living Every Day Active Living Every Day (ALED) is a program that focuses on changing the behaviors of participants by addressing the causes behind inactivity. ALED’s online program helps participants learn skills to get physically active. Check out more information at US.HumanKinetics.com/blogs/active-living . EnhanceFitness Enhance’s affordable and adaptable exercise programs allow participants at any fitness level to get a good overall workout. These one-hour group sessions improve flexibility and balance with low-impact aerobics and increase strength with strength training. The organization that provides the courses says that their techniques improve physical function, decrease depression, protect against fall injuries, and promote an active lifestyle. Read more at ProjectEnhance.org/enhancefitness . Fit & Strong! This is the perfect program for anyone suffering from lower extremity osteoarthritis. By combining aerobic walking, flexibility exercises, strength training, and health education, this activity program helps older adults increase their physical
two longer than you normally do to soften them. Additionally, go for softer foods that you know won’t be difficult to eat, like yogurt, meatloaf, avocados, and eggs. Spice up your appetite.
Changing up your diet with different flavors gives you something to look forward to with every meal. Adding cinnamon to sweet potatoes or a squeeze of lemon to your chicken are great ways to wake up your taste buds. And with spices, don’t be afraid to experiment and see what new combinations you can come up with!
Restaurant-Style Fettuccine Alfredo Cooking brings people closer together every day. With a fettuccine alfredo technique so simple and delicious, you and your loved ones will enjoy it every step of the way.
INGREDIENTS
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Salt
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1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Freshly ground pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped, to taste
2 tbsp butter
mobility. The eight-week system works to improve lower extremity stiffness, decrease pain, increase strength and aerobic capacity, and improve participants’ self-efficacy for exercise. Read more about the program at FitAndStrong.org . Walk With Ease Created by the Arthritis Foundation, this program helps individuals create a plan that keeps them motivated, manage arthritis pain, and exercise safely. It’s a six-week program that easily
1 clove of garlic, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
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1 large egg yolk 1 lb fresh fettuccine
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1 lemon wedge
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large pot, bring 6 quarts of generously salted water to a boil. 2. In a large, deep skillet, while the water heats, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant and sizzling (about 2 minutes). 3. In a bowl, whisk heavy cream and egg yolk until blended and pour into garlic butter. 4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir until hot, not boiling. Keep warm on low heat. 5. In the large pot, cook pasta until al dente. (The pasta will float once it’s done.) Reserve about 1/2 cup pasta water and drain pasta. Pour hot pasta into cream mixture and toss to coat on low heat. 6. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano and keep tossing gently until cream is mostly absorbed. If the sauce is absorbed too much, toss with extra pasta water. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Serve with parsley and a squeeze of lemon.
integrates into an individual’s wellness program. With their online tools, you can record your progress and train yourself in the proper exercises and techniques. Sign up for the program now at Arthritis.org/health-wellness/healthy- living/physical-activity/walking/walk-with-ease .
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