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Best protein choices for healthy aging

As you get older, a protein-rich diet becomes more and more important. Protein helps prevent the loss of muscle mass that happens with aging.

Foods high in protein also can support energy levels and promote overall health. But not all proteins are the same. Here’s why it’s important to vary the protein you eat — and how to make the change in your diet.

Are older adults getting the right protein? If you’re like most Americans, you’re getting enough protein — but probably not the right kind.

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The time is now to relax adoption laws

Over the years, there has been many reports of infants being abandoned by parents. Many factors can contribute to child abandonment, some of which may stem from mental health issues and lack of support, but other reasons may be that one could have made better choices with proper education. Some parents abandon their infants due to financial difficulties and the fear of having to provide for a newborn. Many developed countries have come up with...

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