The Flexitarian Diet. In today’s world of vastly overprocessed, cheap, quick foods, wholesome foods have taken a backseat. We have strayed from our natural roots, and as a consequence, our health is on the decline. However, for those who choose to eat an abundance of fresh, healthy foods, longevity is a natural by product. While […]
How common are scams that target the elderly? Common Scams That Target Seniors. This is just one example of the many scams that target the elderly. A report from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) estimates that roughly 5 million senior citizens become victims of fraud or financial abuse every year. A recent report […]
Introduction Full Body Exercise 2. You know you need to devote the time to work out on a regular basis. So then, how do you know if you’re making the most of that time and really benefiting from head to toe? One way is by choosing full-body workouts that work multiple muscle groups in each […]
Signs and Symptoms of Osteoporosis. How do we know whether our bones are healthy or not? We can’t see them like we can our skin, or listen to them like the heart or lungs. Bone density scans are one way to look inside bone, but we rarely get a bone density test. So then, what […]
Know Your Health Warning Signs. Elderly people should always be aware of their own body conditions. And seek early medical advice in case they notice any abnormal signs or experience discomfort. So then, the doctor will conduct a health assessment and check-up to make an accuratediagnosis. Hence, do not delay or leave it until the […]
Why Do We Get Hearing Loss As We Age How to Prevent Hearing Loss. Many older adults eventually realize they’re pressing the “volume up” button on the TV remote more often. Also, that a lot of people around them need to speak up. So then, there are plenty of myths about hearing loss. However, there are […]
75% of Over 50s suffer from back pain Back Strengthening Exercises. After 50, it is important to make sure that your lower back is strong enough. So then, this way you can avoid future injuries and keep your weight from shifting to other areas of your body. Below are some simple exercises for seniors to […]
Dealing With Loneliness in Old Age. It is completely understandable as to why you might feel lonely as you get older. In short, family members might have moved out of the house and are far away. Also, perhaps old friends and work acquaintances have left town. But, even worse, many older people who might have […]
What is High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)? Hypertension The Silent Killer. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common condition. And which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough. Also, that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. Blood pressure is determined both by the amount of blood […]
Introduction Hand Grip Exercises. A strong hand grip is important especially if our grip is strong it reduces the worry of falling. Hand Grip Exercises. The USA. Annual Deaths From Falling Down Stairs. Stairways are one of the most frequent places for falls to occur, yet there is little literature about stairway falls, or, more […]