Having a daily routine that includes exercise is important for our physical and mental health in many ways. Staying active gives our bodies energy, improves memory, and can even help when it comes to emotional distress. As we age, our metabolism slows down which makes it difficult to maintain a healthy weight. By being active, weight management becomes easier and leads to a handful of additional … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Active Living
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Hypertension Treatment and Education
Recognized by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National High Blood Pressure Education Month of May takes on the issue of educating the public about hypertension. The goal being to reduce disability and even deaths related to the effects of high blood pressure through better educating medical … [Read more...] about Hypertension Treatment and Education
Osteoporosis Symptoms
When a disease has obvious symptoms, it is far easier to see signs of potential danger, but when a disease that can be debilitating doesn’t have clearly obvious signs, it can sneak up on you and take you by surprise. Frequently called the silent killer, osteoporosis has few warning signs, and the subtle signs that may be warning flags are so benign, it can be easy to overlook them. It is only … [Read more...] about Osteoporosis Symptoms
Tips for Tracking Medication
Managing and tracking medication can be a challenge, and the more medications a person needs, the more difficult that challenge becomes. With the average person over the age of 65 taking nearly 14 prescriptions a year on average, medication management is more important than ever as we age. The effects of not taking medication regularly, or at the correct frequency can vary greatly … [Read more...] about Tips for Tracking Medication
Healthy Meal Planning Tips for Single Seniors
As we Start the new year, we share a few tips to help single seniors eat well-balanced meals. One struggle older adults face is cooking healthy meals for one person. Many lack the motivation to spend time in the kitchen when they are the only person eating, while others who have given up driving have a hard time going often to the grocery store. 1. Healthy Shortcuts While precut, … [Read more...] about Healthy Meal Planning Tips for Single Seniors