As we age, our nutritional needs evolve, making it essential to adjust our diets accordingly. Maintaining a balanced diet remains a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, especially for older adults. Selecting the right foods ensures the aging body gets the vital nutrients, vitamins, and minerals it needs to thrive. It is important for people of every age to eat a…
As the sun sets, some seniors with Alzheimer’s disease may experience noticeable changes in mood and behavior. Irritability, agitation, restlessness, and confusion often intensify during this time, a phenomenon known as sundown syndrome, or simply “sundowning” or “late-day confusion.” While confusion and agitation are common symptoms of dementia, sundowning episodes significantly amplify these challenges. During the brighter hours of the day,…
From breakfast potatoes to hummus-topped English muffins, breakfast can be an incredibly satisfying and nutrition-packed meal. Preparing a healthy breakfast for senior loved ones provides them with a range of health benefits—so do not skip their most important meal of the day! The term breakfast literally signifies the breaking of the overnight fast. Seniors who get a restful night’s sleep…
The coronavirus outbreak has forced people worldwide to remain indoors, avoid crowds and delay summer traditions. Social distancing mandates continue to be enforced to protect people from Covid-19. However, seniors can still enjoy summer and stay safe with these fun summer activities: Travel Virtually While summer vacations may be postponed due to the global pandemic, seniors can trot the globe…
Over 1.5 million Americans to date have been affected by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the coronavirus disease. Health officials have ramped up protocols designed to limit the spread of this infectious disease. Social distancing and social isolation are two proven tactics to curtail infections. Covid-19 is transmitted through respiratory droplets, such as those emitted from coughing, sneezing and talking….
One of the best defenses against illnesses and infections is having a strong and healthy immune system. Your immune system is the first line of defense whenever you are fighting off sickness. However, as people get older and enter their golden years, their immune system weakens. This can make it tougher to fight off and recover from illnesses. Because of…
Alzheimer’s takes a disproportionate toll on women, according to a report released from the Alzheimer’s Association. The report, as noted in USA Today, found that women are far more likely to develop the fatal disease than men: one in six women over 65 will get it during their lifetime, compared with one in 11 men. And, not surprisingly, women are…
A Senior Journal story related the fact that more than half of older Americans – those age 45 through 75 – take an aspirin every day, even though this use is not recommended by the Food and Drug Administration for most people who have not yet had a heart attack or stroke. The American Journal of Preventive Medicine quotes a…
