As the American population ages, the number of family caregivers increases, too. That means taking care of your loved ones and yourself. One significant health impact for caregivers is – not surprisingly – stress. Left unattended, these feelings can develop into caregiver stress syndrome. That’s why it’s vital that you put as much importance on Read more >>
Eating well and staying active is important at any age, and for adults over 60, even small improvements can have a big impact on quality of life and life expectancy. A substantial body of research shows that consuming foods high in nutrients and following a consistent exercise plan improves our ability to retain mobility and Read more >>
Recipes and advice for tastier low-sodium eating We all know we should eat well, but it’s not always easy – or enjoyable. Terms like “low-sodium” or “healthy” are often equated with “bland” or “boring”. But the truth is, we can up the flavor and fulfillment with a few small improvements. How to add flavor Low- Read more >>
Our activity levels often increase with the temperature. In the summer months, we’re all eager to be more active and to make the most of those extra minutes of day light. As we age, though, our ability to deal effectively with the heat changes, and often in ways we don’t notice day to day. That’s Read more >>
When we dream about our golden years, we see our older selves gracefully living out our lives engaged in meaningful activities and surrounded by family and friends. But the reality can be different for many older adults. Almost half of seniors (43%) say they feel lonely and isolated, according to a landmark study by the University of Read more >>
Caring for Seniors: Recognizing Signs of Elder Abuse It’s something we don’t want to think about: elder abuse and neglect. If we have aging parents, we can’t ignore it. About one in 10 people aged 60 and older experience physical or emotional abuse or neglect, according to the National Center on Elder Abuse. The incidence Read more >>
If your mood and energy level sink when the days get shorter, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Charla Anderson, Texas regional director of clinical operations at Oceans Healthcare, says SAD is “sadness or depression that typically lasts during the winter months and usually improves at the start of spring.” While the causes of Read more >>
Being a caregiver puts both physical and emotional stress on the body. That stress can affect the immune system, making it more difficult for your body to fight colds and other infections. In addition, a weakened immune system could mean increased recovery times — wounds might take longer to heal, flu symptoms might persist, and you may Read more >>
All anyone really wants to do during the summer is the warm weather activities, family events and travel. That’s why we collected these simple, delicious and sometimes even healthy recipes to help you take advantage of summer’s delicious bounty without breaking a sweat or missing any of the fun. Mains Tomato Pie From Jamie Dement, author of The Farmhouse Read more >>
“We do not stop exercising because we grow old,” suggested fitness guru Kenneth Cooper. “We grow old because we stop exercising.” Not all of us are going to be Robert Marchand, the French cyclist setting records at age 105, but we don’t have to be. Staying active is the real win for senior men. We Read more >>