Studies have shown that aging adults perceive thirst differently than children and young adults, which often causes them to not feel thirsty even though their body needs hydration. A person with dementia may simply forget to drink enough water. Older adults may not realize the importance of drinking enough. Those who are able to understand […]
We discussed senior loneliness back in December as the holidays were upon us. Being alone becomes glaringly obvious when everyone around us is gathering with their circles and we may not have the community we once had. Loneliness can negatively impact physical and mental health. Aging adults may feel like a burden to younger loved
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Winter brings colder weather and many health threats. Cold and flu viruses thrive at this time of year and can be dangerous for aging adults, as well as infants and individuals with weakened immune systems. Colder weather and less daylight influences mental health, too. Let’s discuss a few habits we can practice to strengthen our
January 5th through 11th is Folic Acid Awareness Week. Folic acid is a B-vitamin that is necessary for healthy cell growth. It is also known as folate. This water-soluble vitamin occurs naturally in yeast extract, leafy green vegetables, dried beans and peas, and liver. It is also an added ingredient in fortified cereals and
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This holiday season our challenge to you is to be less conventional with your gift-giving by choosing quality over quantity and focusing on intentional ways to show love, generosity, and good will without overspending or wasting money on gifts that lack meaning. We’ve gathered a few of our favorite alternative gift ideas to share with
Are you just plain tired of buying gifts that don’t seem to be appreciated? Are you on a fixed-income? Do your grandchildren and loved ones seem to have every toy/gift invented? Consumerism and Christmas have become a hand-in-hand relationship. Stores stock Christmas decor and merchandise immediately after Halloween, intending to cash in on the value
Thanksgiving is a time to stop and reflect on all of the people, experiences and things life has given us that we can be thankful for. Gratitude is good for your health. Holiday foods we don’t regularly eat can quickly become a health risk, though. For a person with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol,
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According to WebMD, over 50% of older Americans struggle with bladder and/or bowel incontinence. This is a highly prevalent health issue that many believe is a normal part of aging. Although it is common in older adults, it can occur at any age and should not simply be accepted as a normal part of aging.
In 2017, health care providers across the US wrote more than 191 million prescriptions for opioid pain medication—a rate of 58.7 prescriptions per 100 people. ( Choosept.com) Although opioids have an appropriate time and place for usage, they in no way contribute to improvement of health or recovery. They only mask pain momentarily. The American
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