A Brief History of Blood Pressure the Silent Killer Blood Pressure the Silent Killer. Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, has been a recognized medical condition for centuries. The ancient Greeks and Chinese had some understanding of the effects of blood circulation. Still, it wasn’t until the 18th and 19th centuries that medical pioneers […]
The Impact of Lower Back Pain on Older Adults Exercises for Back Pain. So then, lower back pain is particularly prevalent among older adults, affecting a significant portion of this population. And as people age, the risk of developing conditions like osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and degenerative disc disease increases, which can contribute to chronic back pain. […]
Do you worry about ageing Ageing Gracefully. Consequently, you can’t stand in a checkout line without seeing at least a few magazine headlines about how to look younger. And while dreading some wrinkles and sagging isn’t uncommon, there’s so much more to ageing well. What does it mean? ageing gracefully? By the way, ageing gracefully […]
Introduction to Sense of Balance Why Older Adults Lose Their Sense of Balance. Balance is critical to our daily lives, allowing us to move confidently and safely. As we age, however, maintaining balance can become more challenging. Many older adults experience a decline in their sense of balance, leading to an increased risk of falls […]
What is Coordination? Eye-hand coordination is the ability to process visual information to guide hand movements. So then, it allows us to catch a ball, write neatly, or thread a needle. Therefore, our brains use the input from our eyes to help us perform actions with precision, timing, and spatial awareness. The Role of Vision in […]
Introduction Age and Your Skin As we age, our skin undergoes various changes, leading to common concerns such as thinning skin and age spots. Understanding these conditions, their origins, and available treatments can help in managing and mitigating their effects. The Role of Nutrition in Ageing Skin Key Nutrients Influencing Skin Aging: Dietary Patterns and […]
Introduction to Squats the Most Important Exercise for Seniors Most Important Exercise For Seniors. If there was a one single exercise I would recommend to seniors, it would be the squat. Here, squats improve your leg strength, mobility, balance and ability to move in one easy movement. So then, today we will talk about squats […]
Tips for Safety at Home Rogue traders often cold-call vulnerable people at home. And offering services, repairs, or work on houses, gardens, or driveways. But in reality, they’re con artists who charge rip-off prices for work that’s shoddy or unnecessary. Sadly, the over 60s are often targeted by doorstep criminals like this. But it can […]
Probiotic supplements can help maintain a good balance of friendly bacteria in older adults. In addition to balancing good and bad bacteria, probiotics offer a number of benefits to older adults. What are probiotics? Probiotics are live microorganisms (microbes) that can have beneficial effects on or inside your body. So then, every human body is […]
Effective Balance Exercises Effective Balance Exercises. Improved balance makes daily activities, such as walking on stairs, carrying heavy items, and suddenly changing directions, easier. So then, a strong, stable base will allow you to move with more coordination, ease, and fluidity. However, you’ll also gain stronger and more enhanced movement during athletic activities. Consequently, developing […]