When you turn on the TV, half of the commercials are for weight loss, the other half are for restaurants. We live in a time and a country where we are obsessed with food and weight. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks from the Parrish Senior Consultation Center where we will take a quick journey through food history. Just to put in perspective, did the pioneers look more like Mama Cass or Twiggy? We discuss what has changed while offering solutions on how you can still  eat healthy in an ever-changing world of on demand and pre-packaged food.This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

In our previous episode, "Nutrition Nuggets:  Did the Pioneers Look More Like Twiggy or Mama Cass?", we chatted about the science of food and broke it down to calories, fats, proteins and carbs. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Pam Tronetti & Janet Rooks from the Parrish Senior Consultation Center who will help pin point the many pain points many Americans face while trying to loose weight with food so easily accessible at our finger tips with solutions. We also tackle an issue many of our Seniors have as they age which is the exact opposite, gaining weight. Many seniors may be underweight or not eating properly. This is an issue that cannot be overlooked in today's society. This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

While many internet website ads will use a title like this as "click bait", our studio guests Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks will not disappoint on the level of information shared in this episode as we countdown 10 things you probably did not know, but should about Alzheimer's. "Your not arguing with the person, you are arguing with the disease and the disease always wins".This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

Boost your immune system, burn calories, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, relax, relieve pain, keep your mind sharp and live longer....owning a pet can do all of these things for seniors. However, we explore the pros and cons in detail on whether this is a good idea for you or your loved one and how it can affect the whole family. We are joined by Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks with the Senior Consultation Center from Parrish Healthcare as we even touch on specific pet solutions based on a seniors medical diagnosis and needs. This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

We are joined today by Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks from Parrish Healthcare Senior Consultation Center as we deep dive into sexuality and seniors. While this may be a taboo topic to some, it cannot be dismissed as a conversation to be had and understood. First of all, sex is good for you. It boosts your immune system, burns calories, lowers your blood pressure, helps you relax, relieves pain, keeps your mind sharp and may help you live longer. So, with all of these fabulous positive about sex, seniors may face many obstacles in having a successful sex life. Let's dig in and get into the details with this episode, "Sex After Sixty is Nifty".This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

One fall can completely alter a Seniors life...The potential for painful and long term recovery  to the way that a seniors freedoms and ability to age in place can change on a dime can with a "simple" fall. Why are seniors more prone to falling and injury that can have such catastrophic effects on their overall life? Are there proactive steps and measures that can be taken that even the most detail oriented caregivers miss when making sure their loved one is in a "fall free"  environment? Yes, and we share how to help your loved one avoid falls and also understand why they may be more prone along with solutions when there is a fall and what to expect.This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

Some nests are never empty. We discuss how more and more seniors are becoming caretakers of their children, grandchildren and even great grandchildren. We are seeing a trend in seniors taking care of children with disabilities, or have addictions or even lack financial stability. We also are seeing a trend in grandparents becoming caretakers of their grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dr. Tronetti and Janet Rooks with the Parrish Healthcare senior consultation center shares solutions and provides resource opportunities to these seniors who are not living those retirement years they envisioned for themselves.This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

We get it! And we are here to help you as a caregiver, when you get to the point where you say to yourself...."I can't do this anymore." We are joined by Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks from the Parrish Healthcare senior consultation center to address the difficult decision to talk to a loved one about considering a assisted living community or memory care. We're going to talk about the emotional decision, the cost and coverage, how to choose one, who can help you with this and what is the process afterwards. We want you to know that this is a decision that is made with love.This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

While we focus on healthy aging, this also has to include a healthy psyche. As Seniors lives begin to slow down, they often begin to dwell on the past leaving them with a variety of different emotions which can lead to depression and other unpleasant effects. Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks from the Parrish Senior Consultation Center bring their vast experience with seniors to focus on how seniors can have a healthy psyche and better quality of life.This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality 

Has your "get up and go" got up and went? We are joined in the studio by Dr. Pam Tronetti and Janet Rooks from the Parrish Senior Consultation Center where we discuss the different types of tired, causes and potential fix to increase your energy and a much better quality of life.This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Tronetti and her guests. The content here is for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or before making any changes in your personal health regimen. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Parrish Medical Center. This podcast is HIPPA compliant. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in this podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality