What is Sleep Apnoea? Elderly Sleep Apnoea. Sleep Apnoea is a dangerous condition that causes people to stop breathing while they sleep. So then, it’s a sleep disorder in which you have one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while you sleep. Also, breathing pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes. […]
Importance of Arm Strength Arm Exercises 2. Having strong arms in addition to having overall strong body allows you to pick up and move heavy objects safely. Also, an important part of arm strength for the elderly is actually grip strength. We rarely lift anything heavy with just the muscles of the arms but any […]
Introduction In today’s world of vastly over-processed, 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 you might not […]
Introduction Exercise Nutrition Nutrition before and after Exercise. It’s good news you’ve started exercising that’s great! However, you might be faced with the dilemma of what to eat before or after your workout. Nutrition and exercise are two of the most important factors for your overall health. What’s more, the two factors affect each other. Proper […]
Introduction To Leg Exercises Leg Exercises 4. It’s vital that seniors stay active as they age. Exercise can improve mobility, improve your mood and brain health, and most importantly, help decrease your risk of becoming injured from a fall. There are many safe exercises seniors can and should take part in daily, and some leg strengthening exercises are […]
Scams On Seniors. There are so many different types of scams targeting people regardless of their age or their vulnerability. Many government agencies and organizations. Also, are constantly working to spread awareness of such scams to protect the public from becoming victims of fraud. Some popular scams that are currently targeting older adults include: Charity […]
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is common in the elderly, with an estimated prevalence of 35% in individuals over 65 years of age Introduction Restless Leg Syndrome Restless Leg Syndrome. The main symptom of restless legs syndrome is an overwhelming urge to move your legs. And it can also cause an unpleasant crawling or creeping sensation in the feet, […]
Why You Need Strong legs Leg Exercises 3. With stronger legs comes many benefits; we move well and effortlessly, we can decrease or prevent pain in our knees and our hips, and we can help prevent falls. Regardless of your current physical capabilities, it is essential to keep your legs strong and be moving as […]
Introduction Abdominal Exercises Abdominal Exercises 2. The abdominals — which are primary core muscles. And are an important part of the body to keep strong if you wish to move efficiently. Also, to stay confident in your ability to keep active and injury free. So then the abdominals play a key role protecting and stabilising the structures in […]
Introduction is Sodium Bad For You? The average adult currently consumes 9g to 12g of salt per day, according to the World Health Organization. For example, that’s higher than the teaspoon of salt, (6g) that we need to eat each day. Consequently, most of the salt we eat in our diet daily is “hidden”. Also, nearly […]