February is American Heart Month, and here are a few great resources from the CDC. The sad truth is, heart disease is one the most lethal conditions in the United States, and is responsible for nearly 600,000 deaths each year. We here at Assisting Hands Home Health Care in West…
The past two years have been, shall we say, crazy. But now it’s 2022, and we at Assisting Hands West Austin would like to celebrate the new year with some wellness tips that go beyond eating healthy and exercising. Yes, those are very important, but in this article, we’re going…
Even without COVID, this time of year, it always seems like everyone is coming down with some sort of something. Whether you work in an office, have kids at school, or travel frequently, you are probably regularly exposed to some cold and flu germs. It’s important to know how to…
In the first post of this series on diet and nutrition, we looked at 15 of the most heart healthy foods you can eat. In this series, we’re going to look at the second half of that list, with another 16 spectacular choices for feel-great foods: Spinach – Spinach is…
In this series, we’re going to visit a topic that is always worth thinking about; that is, diet and nutrition. Of all the things we can do for ourselves–from exercise, to getting enough sleep, to making sure we take our medications–having a proper diet is among the most important. So…
For many people, vitamins and mineral supplements are an important component of staying healthy and maintaining proper nutrition. But before you go and order a bunch of items off of the internet, take a look at our handy guide. We at Assisting Hands Home Care in Austin are concerned about…
We caregivers at Assisting Hands in West Austin know the importance of a balanced and nutritious diet. A healthy gut is a happy gut and healthy body! Food science has shown that there is a deeper connection between gut health and overall health. This is because the digestive system breaks…
It’s the middle of summer, and while we here at Assisting Hands in West Austin are just as excited to be outside and have fun as everyone else, we want to encourage you all to remember the importance of protecting your skin from the damaging effect of the sun–especially older…
Last week we looked at five key questions to ask your doctor at your next visit, and this week we’re going to look at another five. Remember, going to the doctor regularly is a very important ingredient of staying healthy. If it’s at all possible, we recommend you schedule a visit…
Regular doctor visits are crucial for staying healthy. If possible, schedule a visit with a doctor who knows your medical history and can monitor and tailor your health needs. Over time, the doctor will know more and more about you and your lifestyle, and your regular visits won’t feel as…
