Seniors are living more fulfilling lives than ever before, with many living up to a rich age of nineties. Furthermore, retirement life for your loved ones no longer means that they have to lead a quiet life in solitude. For many, this phase of life can be the most fulfilling and active phase for them.…
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“Use it or lose it!” That’s something for everyone to keep in mind, but can apply, in particular, to older adults. If we don’t keep moving, we may find it harder and harder to move at all. For as long as an adult can, they should keep moving. Even simple movement – just walking –…
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Among older adults, one of the leading causes of long-term disability is stroke. However, by adopting a healthy lifestyle, you can lower the risk of stroke. To help prevent strokes, there’s no time like the present to start working on a healthier you – especially if strokes run in your family. To help you manage…
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To maintain good health, older adults should consume nutritious foods. In a healthy daily diet, dairy products should be included. By choosing low-fat or fat-free yogurt, milk, cheese, and more, even healthier choices can be made. Too much fatty dairy, and the calories that go with it, can result in high cholesterol and weight gain.…
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Diet is possibly one of the biggest factors affecting the longevity of today’s mature adults. By encouraging your older loved ones to consume nutritious foods, you can help them remain healthier. One of the items that can and should be part of a healthy diet is certain kinds of seafood, including shrimp. Particularly for older…
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To ensure optimal health regularly, energy regimes or some type of physical activities should be engaged in by aging adults – as well as following a healthy diet. To enhance or maintain physical fitness, individuals can participate in a wide range of healthy activities for seniors, regardless of mobility. To suit the unique capabilities of…
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It’s unfortunate, but all too often, it may be inevitable. As we age, we are more prone to trips and falls. There can be any number of underlying factors that contribute to this including clutter around the home, bad lighting, improper footwear, weakened muscles, and cognitive deficit issues, among others. For mature adults in particular,…
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For aging adults, in particular, a variety of health benefits are offered by certain minerals and vitamins. This includes minerals and vitamins to promote a high quality of life by enhancing mood, boosting memory, restoring energy, and more. Every day, your loved one should consume the right amount of these nutrients and vitamins through supplements,…
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Every year, in adults age 65 and older, one in four experience a fall. Underlying health conditions, as well as other factors, could be the reason. Even for younger active independent older people, it is better to learn tips on how to prevent one from falling. Among the best accident or fall prevention tips is…
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If Baby Boomers know anything, it’s music. After all, many boomers were coming of age as rock ‘n roll became king. And now that those same boomers are entering their golden years, how do they feel about getting older? Well, even that’s not so bad when you say it with song. Ever wonder why ‘70s…
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