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                                                    <title><![CDATA[Harvard Health Posts by Heidi Godman Feed]]></title>
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                                <subtitle>Harvard Health Blog: You'll find posts from Harvard Medical School physicians and our editors on a variety of health news and issues.</subtitle>
                                                    <updated>2024-09-30T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
                        <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Do parasocial relationships fill a loneliness gap?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-parasocial-relationships-fill-a-loneliness-gap-202409303074" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-parasocial-relationships-fill-a-loneliness-gap-202409303074</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Following celebrities on social media or being a fan of fictional characters can be enjoyable -- though one-sided, these relationships offer a sense of connection. But parasocial relationships also have downsides, especially when people rely on them too much.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <updated>2024-09-30T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Want to cool down? 14 ideas to try]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/want-to-cool-down-14-ideas-to-try-202408093065" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/want-to-cool-down-14-ideas-to-try-202408093065</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Climate change has made summers hotter, and the struggle to stay cool has led to more cases of heat-related illness. Don't wait until you're overheated to figure out how to cool down; use these ideas to get you started.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Men&#039;s Health" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <category term="Women&#039;s Health" />
                        <category term="Environmental health" />
                        <updated>2024-08-09T06:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Packing your hurricane go bag? Make provisions for your health]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/packing-your-hurricane-go-bag-make-provisions-for-your-health-202407013055" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/packing-your-hurricane-go-bag-make-provisions-for-your-health-202407013055</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[When you're packing a hurricane go-bag, keep health priorities in mind. If you don't prepare in advance, you might leave behind medicines, medical supplies, important paperwork, and other essentials that can help you stay healthy. Here's how to plan ahead.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Emergency Planning" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <category term="Medications and treatments" />
                        <category term="Safety/injury prevention" />
                        <updated>2024-07-01T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Life can be challenging: Build your own resilience plan]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/life-can-be-challenging-build-your-own-resilience-plan-202406123049" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/life-can-be-challenging-build-your-own-resilience-plan-202406123049</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Resilience is a psychological response that helps you adapt to life's difficulties and seek a path forward through challenges. While everyone has the ability to be resilient, life stresses can take a toll on you. It's possible to cultivate resilience - but how?]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <category term="Pediatric health" />
                        <updated>2024-06-12T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Virtual mental health care visits: Making them work for you]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/virtual-mental-health-care-visits-making-them-work-for-you-202405133040" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/virtual-mental-health-care-visits-making-them-work-for-you-202405133040</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Virtual mental health care visits have become more popular in recent years. Here's what to know about finding and scheduling care, tech requirements, and making these visits work well for you.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <updated>2024-05-13T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What? Another medical form to fill out?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-another-medical-form-to-fill-out-202404223035" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-another-medical-form-to-fill-out-202404223035</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[It can be frustrating to be asked to fill out medical forms yet again for a health care visit. But even if you have an electronic medical record, a practice might need you to provide or update information, and it's helpful to know what is most important or likely to be requested.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Women&#039;s Health" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <category term="Men&#039;s Health" />
                        <updated>2024-04-22T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Stepping up activity if winter slowed you down]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/stepping-up-activity-if-winter-slowed-you-down-202403043021" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/stepping-up-activity-if-winter-slowed-you-down-202403043021</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you've been cocooning due to winter's cold, who can blame you? But lack of activity isn't good for body or mind during any season. Any day is a good day to start exercising, but if you aren't sure how to start, or if you have an obstacle to overcome, read on.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Exercise and Fitness" />
                        <category term="Physical activity and exercise" />
                        <category term="Mobility, safety, and fall prevention" />
                        <updated>2024-03-04T10:30:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Beyond the usual suspects for healthy resolutions]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/beyond-the-usual-suspects-for-healthy-resolutions-202401243010" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/beyond-the-usual-suspects-for-healthy-resolutions-202401243010</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[By now many people have started working on -- or at least thinking about -- healthy changes they want to make in the new year. Here are 10 simple ways to move beyond typical resolutions about losing weight, eating better, and exercising more.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Men&#039;s Health" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <category term="Women&#039;s Health" />
                        <updated>2024-01-24T10:30:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[When should you hire in-home help or health aides?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/when-should-you-hire-in-home-help-or-health-aides-202312062999" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/when-should-you-hire-in-home-help-or-health-aides-202312062999</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Most people want to live at home for as long as possible as they age, and managing this successfully may mean hiring outside help. Considering this step raises many questions, and answering them honestly will help guide decisions about when and how to proceed.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Independent Living" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2023-12-06T00:00:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Which skin creams are most effective for eczema?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/which-skin-creams-are-most-effective-for-eczema-202310122981" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/which-skin-creams-are-most-effective-for-eczema-202310122981</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A common form of eczema called atopic dermatitis can interfere with daily activities. There are a number of prescription creams available to ease this chronic skin condition, but some are more effective than others, and a recent study compared them.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Skin and hair health" />
                        <category term="Inflammation" />
                        <updated>2023-10-12T06:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What color is your tongue? What&#039;s healthy, what&#039;s not?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-color-is-your-tongue-whats-healthy-whats-not-202309132973" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-color-is-your-tongue-whats-healthy-whats-not-202309132973</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The tongue's appearance gives doctors an idea about certain aspects of your health, and its color is an important clue. Some changes in the tongue's color or appearance are signs of health issues and should be seen by a doctor.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Dental Health" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <updated>2023-09-13T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Denial: How it hurts, how it helps, and how to cope]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/denial-how-it-hurts-how-it-helps-and-how-to-cope-202307262958" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/denial-how-it-hurts-how-it-helps-and-how-to-cope-202307262958</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Denial is a natural response at times when you're unable or unwilling to face the facts. As a defense mechanism, it can be helpful or harmful. Here&#39;s how to spot it in yourself and others, and how to move from denial toward meaningful change.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <category term="Addiction" />
                        <updated>2023-07-26T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Orienteering: Great exercise and better thinking skills?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/orienteering-great-exercise-and-better-thinking-skills-202307102953" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/orienteering-great-exercise-and-better-thinking-skills-202307102953</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The navigation sport orienteering combines map and compass reading with exercise. It's a fun way to get outside and get some exercise &mdash; and it may even help fight cognitive decline.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Exercise and Fitness" />
                        <category term="Brain health" />
                        <category term="Physical activity and exercise" />
                        <updated>2023-07-10T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Dementia: Coping with common, sometimes distressing behaviors]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dementia-coping-with-common-sometimes-distressing-behaviors-202305082933" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dementia-coping-with-common-sometimes-distressing-behaviors-202305082933</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Dementia poses many challenges, both for people struggling with it and for those close to them. Understanding common behaviors and learning to handle situations that arise can help families and caregivers.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Caregiving" />
                        <updated>2023-05-08T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Easy ways to shop for healthful, cost-conscious foods]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/easy-ways-to-shop-for-healthful-cost-conscious-foods-202303272906" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/easy-ways-to-shop-for-healthful-cost-conscious-foods-202303272906</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Healthier eating starts with food shopping, and supermarkets are full of choices that are both nutritious and less so. But trips to a grocery store don't have to feel overwhelming or be budget-blowing; it just takes a little planning, strategy, and thinking ahead.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Healthy Eating" />
                        <updated>2023-03-27T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[3 ways to create community and counter loneliness]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-ways-to-create-community-and-counter-loneliness-202303082900" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-ways-to-create-community-and-counter-loneliness-202303082900</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Loneliness boosts risk for many health problems, and can even contribute to an early death. Many people find it hard to reach out to make new friends, but there are strategies that can help.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2023-03-08T10:30:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Pouring from an empty cup? Three ways to refill emotionally]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/pouring-from-an-empty-cup-three-ways-to-refill-emotionally-202301262882" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/pouring-from-an-empty-cup-three-ways-to-refill-emotionally-202301262882</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Burnout - whatever the cause - can lead to depression and anxiety, and affect your relationships and ability to function. But it's possible to replenish your energy and enjoyment of life.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <category term="Stress" />
                        <updated>2026-04-15T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Holiday arguments brewing? Here&#039;s how to defuse them]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/holiday-arguments-brewing-heres-how-to-defuse-them-202212142866" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/holiday-arguments-brewing-heres-how-to-defuse-them-202212142866</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The holidays are supposed to be filled with love, laughter, and good cheer. Unfortunately, joyous celebration often deteriorates into discord when family and friends gather during the season. But you don't have to get drawn into arguments if you plan ahead and stay alert for potential triggers.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <updated>2022-12-14T10:30:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What&#039;s the right way to brush your teeth?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/whats-the-right-way-to-brush-your-teeth-202211232854" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/whats-the-right-way-to-brush-your-teeth-202211232854</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[When you brush your teeth, how much thought do you give to what you're doing? Regular brushing keeps plaque from forming on your teeth and gums healthy, but you do need a good toothbrush and proper brushing technique.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Dental Health" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2024-09-27T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The latest thinking on dry eye treatments]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-latest-thinking-on-dry-eye-treatments-202210132833" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-latest-thinking-on-dry-eye-treatments-202210132833</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Dry eye disease can redden eyes and make them sting, burn, or hurt. Relief may require a combination of strategies.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Eye Health" />
                        <updated>2022-10-13T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[3 simple swaps for better heart health]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-simple-swaps-for-better-heart-health-202209262812" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-simple-swaps-for-better-heart-health-202209262812</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A busy schedule can make it challenging to adhere to heart-healthy habits, but there are steps you can take that don't require much time and can fit easily into almost anyone's life.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Heart Health" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <category term="Healthy Eating" />
                        <category term="Mindfulness and meditation" />
                        <updated>2026-03-26T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Easy, delicious summer veggie meals will help stretch your food budget]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/easy-delicious-summer-veggie-meals-will-help-stretch-your-food-budget-196912312795" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/easy-delicious-summer-veggie-meals-will-help-stretch-your-food-budget-196912312795</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Summertime offers a great variety of fresh vegetables. Making vegetables the focus of a meal has many health benefits, and anyone can take advantage of this by preparing them in simple yet delicious ways.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Healthy Eating" />
                        <updated>2022-08-03T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Corneal transplants becoming more common]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/corneal-transplants-becoming-more-common-202206302773" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/corneal-transplants-becoming-more-common-202206302773</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[While not as routine as cataract surgery, corneal transplants are becoming more common. A number of things can go wrong with the cornea, especially as people get older, and a partial-thickness or full-thickness transplant can restore vision.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Eye Health" />
                        <updated>2022-06-30T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[New Harvard tool helps fact-check cancer claims]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/new-harvard-tool-helps-fact-check-cancer-claims-202204272735" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/new-harvard-tool-helps-fact-check-cancer-claims-202204272735</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Scary or misleading claims about things that may cause cancer are so plentiful that it's hard to know which ones to take seriously. A new website developed by experts aims to provide reliable information about whether a particular cancer claim is true.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Colorectal Cancer" />
                        <category term="Prostate Cancer" />
                        <category term="Skin Cancer" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2022-04-27T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Overeating? Mindfulness exercises may help]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/overeating-mindfulness-exercises-may-help-202203282714" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/overeating-mindfulness-exercises-may-help-202203282714</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[It's possible to overeat and not even realize it until you've finished a meal and doing so does not mean you have an eating problem or disorder. Mindfulness exercises can help you slow down and enjoy eating, making it easier to avoid overeating.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Mindfulness and meditation" />
                        <category term="Healthy Eating" />
                        <updated>2026-03-12T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Taking an aging parent to the doctor? 10 helpful tips]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/taking-an-aging-parent-to-the-doctor-10-helpful-tips-202202282696" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/taking-an-aging-parent-to-the-doctor-10-helpful-tips-202202282696</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[When you take an aging parent to a medical appointment, you wind up playing many roles. Millions of people in the US are caring for family members and are learning as they go along, so they can benefit from tips to keep them on track before, during, and after the appointment.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Caregiving" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2024-09-27T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Seeing red? 4 steps to try before responding]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/seeing-red-4-steps-to-try-before-responding-202201192671" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/seeing-red-4-steps-to-try-before-responding-202201192671</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Simple coping strategies like counting to 10 are often useful to help you avoid an outburst. But as multiple challenges in recent years have amped up stress levels, those strategies may not be enough. So what steps can you take to avoid reaching your boiling point?]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <updated>2023-08-12T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Gift giving for family or friends in assisted living]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/gift-giving-for-family-or-friends-in-assisted-living-202112132657" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/gift-giving-for-family-or-friends-in-assisted-living-202112132657</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you have a family member or other loved one in an assisted living facility, it might seem difficult to choose a useful and meaningful gift for that person. But thinking about the person's particular circumstances, needs, and interests will help you select a gift that will be appreciated and enjoyed.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2021-12-13T10:30:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Caring for an aging parent? Tips for enjoying holiday meals]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/caring-for-an-aging-parent-tips-for-enjoying-holiday-meals-202111082633" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/caring-for-an-aging-parent-tips-for-enjoying-holiday-meals-202111082633</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[When you are a caregiver for an aging parent, the joy of gathering for holiday meals can be overshadowed by stress. Planning in advance for things like the day's schedule, timing of the meal, what food your parent can or will eat, and making sure medications are taken will help children and parents enjoy the meal with as little stress as possible.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Staying Healthy" />
                        <category term="Caregiving" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <category term="Social engagement and relationships" />
                        <updated>2024-09-27T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What to do when elective surgery is postponed]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-to-do-when-elective-surgery-is-postponed-202110202620" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-to-do-when-elective-surgery-is-postponed-202110202620</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[When hospitals fill with COVID-19 patients, elective surgeries need to be postponed. If your elective surgery is temporarily derailed, what steps can you take to help yourself cope and be prepared for when the surgery is rescheduled?]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="COVID-19" />
                        <category term="Surgical treatments and procedures" />
                        <updated>2021-10-20T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Can flavonoids help fend off forgetfulness?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-flavonoids-help-fend-off-forgetfulness-202109172596" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-flavonoids-help-fend-off-forgetfulness-202109172596</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Eating a broad variety of fruits and vegetables is a good way to get a sufficient intake of flavonoids, chemicals that contribute to many aspects of health. Now, a study suggests that flavonoid-rich foods may also play a role in protecting memory and thinking as people get older.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Memory" />
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2021-09-17T06:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Time to hire a caregiver? 3 tips to help]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/time-to-hire-a-caregiver-3-tips-to-help-202108092565" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/time-to-hire-a-caregiver-3-tips-to-help-202108092565</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you are facing physical or cognitive challenges, hiring caregivers to come into your home can be an effective way to continue living independently. It's not always easy having new people coming into your home, but there are things you can do to adjust to the changes.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Cancer" />
                        <category term="Caregiving" />
                        <category term="Independent Living" />
                        <updated>2021-08-09T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Is your vision impaired? Tips to cope]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-your-vision-impaired-tips-to-cope-202107262556" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-your-vision-impaired-tips-to-cope-202107262556</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Living with low or impaired vision comes with many challenges. Accessibility features on computer hardware and software, special devices, and adaptations to your home can help make daily life easier when living with a vision impairment.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Eye Health" />
                        <category term="Independent Living" />
                        <category term="Mobility, safety, and fall prevention" />
                        <updated>2021-07-26T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Returning to restaurants &amp;mdash; and to healthy eating]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/returning-to-restaurants-and-to-healthy-eating-202106302520" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/returning-to-restaurants-and-to-healthy-eating-202106302520</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Many of us miss dining out. Now that restaurants are offering indoor and outdoor dining again, it's tempting to cut loose and order restaurant meals without thinking about nutrition. But if you're trying to stick to a healthy diet, try these tips when you're out in a restaurant.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Heart Health" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2021-06-30T10:30:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Need physical therapy? 3 key questions your PT will ask]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/need-physical-therapy-3-key-questions-your-pt-will-ask-202106072470" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/need-physical-therapy-3-key-questions-your-pt-will-ask-202106072470</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Physical therapy can be helpful if you have an injury or a condition that affects mobility or is causing pain. But before you embark on a course of treatment, your physical therapist will ask crucial questions that will help shape your program.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diseases &amp; Conditions" />
                        <category term="Back Pain" />
                        <category term="Knees" />
                        <category term="Mobility, safety, and fall prevention" />
                        <updated>2021-06-07T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Mouth-watering summer fruits and vegetables to fill your plate]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/mouth-watering-summer-fruits-and-vegetables-to-fill-your-plate-202105272468" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/mouth-watering-summer-fruits-and-vegetables-to-fill-your-plate-202105272468</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Summer is the perfect time to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your meals. Packed with health-promoting nutrients, many can be prepared without needing to use your stove or oven. And there are lots of ways to use them besides just making salads.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Healthy aging and longevity" />
                        <updated>2021-05-27T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Simple, low-cost, low-tech brain training]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/low-cost-low-tech-brain-training-2021032922247" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/low-cost-low-tech-brain-training-2021032922247</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Mentally stimulating activities help the brain create new connections that may prevent cognitive decline as people get older, and there are plenty of simple, low-tech ways to sharpen your thinking that are budget-friendly.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <updated>2021-03-29T14:30:05-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[5 unusual headaches: Signs to watch for and what to do]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-unusual-headaches-signs-to-watch-for-and-what-to-do-2021030222046" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-unusual-headaches-signs-to-watch-for-and-what-to-do-2021030222046</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Some types of headaches are easily recognizable, while others are less common, and if one occurs the symptoms can be puzzling or even frightening. When  unusual or frequent headache occurs, take note of the symptoms so that you can describe them accurately to your doctor.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Headache and migraine" />
                        <updated>2021-03-02T00:00:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[5 unusual types of headaches]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-unusual-types-of-headaches-202103022954" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-unusual-types-of-headaches-202103022954</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Some types of headaches are easily recognizable, while others are less common, and if one occurs the symptoms can be puzzling or even frightening. When unusual or frequent headache occurs, take note of the symptoms so that you can describe them accurately to your doctor.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Pain" />
                        <category term="Headache and migraine" />
                        <updated>2023-06-30T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Midlife ADHD? Coping strategies that can help]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/midlife-adhd-coping-strategies-that-can-help-202102052381" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/midlife-adhd-coping-strategies-that-can-help-202102052381</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[When ADHD persists through early adulthood into middle age, it presents many of the same challenges it does in childhood, but with added pressures from the busier pace of life and expectations from work and family. Fortunately there are strategies that can help you navigate this condition.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Brain health" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <category term="Memory" />
                        <updated>2024-10-18T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[3 easy ways to eat a healthier diet]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-easy-ways-to-eat-a-healthier-diet-2021010421673" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-easy-ways-to-eat-a-healthier-diet-2021010421673</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The very best intentions for healthy eating can fail if a new diet is too ambitious or restrictive. Taking small, easy steps toward healthier eating-and taking them one at a time-can help you make lasting changes.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Healthy Eating" />
                        <category term="Weight loss and management" />
                        <updated>2026-04-15T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[21 spices for healthy holiday foods]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/21-spices-for-healthy-holiday-foods-2020120421550" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/21-spices-for-healthy-holiday-foods-2020120421550</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The holiday season is probably the hardest time of year to resist rich, indulgent foods, but too many salty, fatty, sugary choices can harm your health. Instead, try adding natural flavor to holiday foods with herbs and spices, many of which contain substances that have a beneficial effect on health.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Healthy Eating" />
                        <updated>2022-11-16T00:00:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Quarantine snacking fixer-upper]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/quarantine-snacking-fixer-upper-2020111221333" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/quarantine-snacking-fixer-upper-2020111221333</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Eating more than you should since the start of the pandemic, especially unhealthy, highly processed snack foods? If you&#8217;re looking for advice on how to break your snacking habits and form new, better habits with healthier snacks, try these tips.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <category term="Diet &amp; Weight Loss" />
                        <updated>2020-11-12T19:30:37-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to cope when a loved one is depressed, suicidal, or manic]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-to-cope-when-a-loved-one-is-depressed-suicidal-or-manic-2020100521078" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-to-cope-when-a-loved-one-is-depressed-suicidal-or-manic-2020100521078</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The pandemic has caused a surge in depression. If someone you care about is struggling with depression or bipolar disorder, or you have reason to think the person may be suicidal, there are ways you can help — and caring for yourself is important, too.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <category term="Caregiving" />
                        <updated>2020-10-05T14:30:47-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[5 ways to ease pain using the mind-body connection]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-ways-to-ease-pain-using-the-mind-body-connection-202008242261" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-ways-to-ease-pain-using-the-mind-body-connection-202008242261</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Mind-body therapies can help you reframe awareness of pain, whether recent or chronic, and rethink your response to it. There are several different techniques, some of which involve guidance or working with a therapist; others require nothing but focus and a small amount of time.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Pain" />
                        <updated>2026-02-12T00:00:00-05:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Have a headache? The top 7 triggers]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/have-a-headache-the-top-7-triggers-2020033019330" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/have-a-headache-the-top-7-triggers-2020033019330</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[There are several common triggers for headaches. Identifying the one that is causing your headache is the first step toward avoiding it or ensuring you can treat it properly.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Men&#039;s Health" />
                        <category term="Headache and migraine" />
                        <category term="Women&#039;s Health" />
                        <updated>2020-03-30T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Apps to keep us connected in a time of social distancing]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/apps-to-keep-us-connected-in-a-time-of-social-distancing-2020032519306" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/apps-to-keep-us-connected-in-a-time-of-social-distancing-2020032519306</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The challenge of being isolated from loved ones and friends can be eased by using any of several different apps that enable various types of communication, including video calls and messages.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Mind &amp; Mood" />
                        <category term="Mental Health" />
                        <updated>2020-03-25T18:30:27-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Can your CPAP make you sick?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-your-cpap-make-you-sick-2019100818005" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-your-cpap-make-you-sick-2019100818005</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Using a CPAP machine is beneficial for people with obstructive sleep apnea, but if the machine isn’t kept clean it could lead to an illness. There are sanitizing systems available, but cleaning the parts by hand is just as effective.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Immune and infectious diseases" />
                        <category term="Sleep" />
                        <updated>2019-10-08T14:30:08-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Avoiding nuts and seeds for better gut health? You shouldn’t]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/avoiding-nuts-and-seeds-for-better-gut-health-you-shouldnt-2019090317593" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/avoiding-nuts-and-seeds-for-better-gut-health-you-shouldnt-2019090317593</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Nuts and seeds are rich in fiber, which is important for gut health and keeping you regular. And, contrary to a common concern, no evidence links eating nuts and seeds to a painful gut infection called diverticulitis.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Diet and nutrition" />
                        <updated>2019-09-03T14:30:40-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Simplify your workout with lap swimming]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/simplify-your-workout-with-lap-swimming-2019070117254" />
            <id>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/simplify-your-workout-with-lap-swimming-2019070117254</id>
                                            <author>
                    <name><![CDATA[Heidi Godman]]></name>
                </author>
                                        <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Lap swimming is a very effective workout: aerobics, strengthening, and stretching in one activity. Make sure you’re reasonably healthy before diving in, but even if you&#8217;re not, or if you don’t know how to swim, aquatic exercises are beneficial, too.]]>
            </summary>
            
                        <category term="Exercise and Fitness" />
                        <category term="Heart Health" />
                        <updated>2019-07-01T00:00:00-04:00</updated>
        </entry>
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