Diet Problems as We Age Dietary Deficiency in Older Adults. As we age, lean body mass and metabolic rate decrease. In turn, the body no longer effectively absorbs certain minerals and vitamins. As older adults can have smaller appetites and a lower caloric requirement, they may need more nutrients than before. Consequently, their lifestyle habits […]
Why Your Grip Is Important As You Age! Hand and Grip Strength. Researchers call grip strength an “ indispensable biomarker for older adults.” In other words, the strength you hold in your hands, wrists, and forearms says a lot about how healthy you are. Also, it’s an indication of your risk for injury, mental health conditions, and […]
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What Is Arthritis? The Best Exercises for Arthritis. Arthritis refers to joint inflammation or degeneration. The condition can lead to swelling, pain, and stiffness of the affected joints or joint structures, like ligaments or tendons. And a person may also find it challenging to move the joints where arthritis is located. National Institute of Arthritis and […]
Introduction to Improving Your Balance Improving Your Balance. We recently covered walking and how to walk with the head upright. And the position of the foot for each step. But now let’s work on improving our balance. Here, balance problems are a common reason why many older adults fall and are seriously injured. Others may […]
What is Arthritis 5 ways to manage Arthritis. Arthritis is not one disease alone. But an umbrella term for more than 100 conditions that affect the joints of the body. So then, Joints are points where 2 or more bones meet, such as in the wrist, knuckles, hips, knees, and ankles. if you have arthritis, the […]
DNA or Lifestyle For Longevity What has the most impact on longevity? Q. Does your family tend to be long-lived? My father died aged 79 and my Mother aged 85 both were lifelong smokers and drinkers, they did not exercise or attempt to stay fit. So then, what affects longevity? is it our DNA or our […]
What is forward head posture? Balance And Forward Head Posture. When a person maintains good posture, their head aligns vertically with the spine. But forward head posture (FHP) occurs when a person is leaning their head forward, out of neutral alignment with their spine. Here, when the alignment of the head is off, it can […]
Why Do Some Habits Age You Faster Than Your Real Age Habits That Make You Age Faster. Have you ever wondered why some people look much older than their actual age? But while others seem to stay looking younger for longer? You may be able to find the answer in your lifestyle choices! However, lifestyle […]
Why Walking Is Perfect Exercise for Seniors The Perfect Exercise for Older Adults. Walking may be the best form of physical exercise for seniors. Also, packed with health benefits, walking has all of the hallmarks of senior-friendly physical exercise: In addition, it can be performed at low or moderate intensity, and it’s easy on joints. […]