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 […]
Know The Benefits From Walking Walking Improves Your Health. The faster, farther and more frequently you walk, the greater the benefits. For example, you may start as an average walker and then work your way up to walking faster. And walking a mile in a shorter amount of time than an average walker, like power […]
Healthy Ageing Brain Nutrition. Your brain is the control centre for your body. And it directs everything that happens in it. Give your brain attention so that it is in the best shape possible and that you are proud of it. One way to do this is to learn more about nutrition and its impact […]
How Aging Affects Elderly Nutrition?. Senior nutrition is vital because older adults are especially vulnerable to malnutrition. And many of the diseases they suffer are direct results of dietary factors. Also, the changes we experience as we age also affect our metabolism. So then, we’ll address all of these changes and explain how proper nutrition for the […]
Lower Body, Back, Hip Flexors, Abdominals Lower Body Exercises. Data shows that older adults with chronic low back pain have significantly lower muscle strength, and more muscle weakness, which is associated with a history and risk of falling. It’s essential for seniors to take preventative action such as participating in back and lower body strengthening […]
Introduction Arthritis Holistic Therapies Arthritis Holistic Therapies. If you’ve ever suffered from joint pain, you know how much of a headache it is. So then, all the aches and pains of arthritis make moving your joints unnecessarily difficult. Also, the prospect of your symptoms worsening over time is daunting, to say the least. However, what […]