Better Health While Aging

Practical information for aging health & family caregivers

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August 21, 2025 00:41:23
165 – Constipation After 60: Causes, Relief & Safe Treatments

165 – Constipation After 60: Causes, Relief & Safe Treatments

Dr. K explains how to prevent and treat constipation in older adults, including what to know about laxatives, prunes, and fiber supplements. She also...

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164

July 22, 2025 00:27:32
164 – 4 Must-Know Lab Tests for Older Adults: Kidney, Liver, CBC & More

164 – 4 Must-Know Lab Tests for Older Adults: Kidney, Liver, CBC & More

Dr. K explains 4 commonly ordered blood tests. Learn how the CBC, basic metabolic panel & comprehensive metabolic panel help assess blood counts, anemia,...

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163

July 08, 2025 00:33:04
163 – Dehydration in Older Adults: Symptoms, Treatment, & Prevention

163 – Dehydration in Older Adults: Symptoms, Treatment, & Prevention

Dr. K talks about dehydration in aging, including signs and symptoms of dehydration, how dehydration is actually diagnosed, and how to prevent and treat...

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162

June 21, 2025 00:44:56
162 – Chronic Pain in Aging: What Really Helps & What to Know About Prescription Painkillers

162 – Chronic Pain in Aging: What Really Helps & What to Know About Prescription Painkillers

Dr. K explains how the most common causes of chronic pain in later life, and how pain should be evaluated. She also covers the...

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160

May 19, 2025 00:32:54
160 – Is Your Blood Pressure Too Low? Understanding Hypotension

160 – Is Your Blood Pressure Too Low? Understanding Hypotension

Dr. K explains what counts as low blood pressure, why it becomes common with aging, when it can be dangerous, and what to do...

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159

April 22, 2025 00:42:33
159 – Best Ways to Treat High Blood Pressure

159 – Best Ways to Treat High Blood Pressure

Dr. K explains the best ways to lower blood pressure and treat hypertension, using both lifestyle changes and medications that are safe and effective....

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