Omega-3 fatty acids helps improve hair, skin, and nails, and benefits the cardiovascular and neurological systems and may prevent Dementia. Omega-3 Should be a Must for Dementia Patients Supplementing with this essential fatty acid in our daily diet is a good idea at any age, but for aging persons experiencing Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, it should be a must. Studies… Continue Reading Omega-3 Fatty Acids Helps Benefit Dementia
Kidney disease risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, a family history of kidney failure and being age 60 or older. One in 3 American adults is at risk for kidney disease. The National Kidney Foundation is the leading organization in the U.S. dedicated to the awareness, prevention and treatment of kidney disease for hundreds of thousands of healthcare professionals,… Continue Reading Your Kidneys and You
How Strawberries Can Lower Alzheimer’s and Dementia Risks Let’s take a deeper dive into how strawberries can lower Alzheimer’s and Dementia risks. Researchers found in a six year study that participants did not develop Alzheimer or dementia with the frequency of strawberry consumption. Strawberries have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can improve neuronal function and cognition. Vitamin C, anthocyanidins such… Continue Reading How Strawberries Can Lower Alzheimer’s and Dementia Risks
We should all be striving towards daily habits that boost the immune system. Strengthening our immune systems daily even though flu and cold season may be behind us for now. Our immune system comprises of our whole body constantly working together internally and externally to organically combat diseases and keep our body in top health. When our immune system starts… Continue Reading Daily Habits that Boost the Immune System
In the United States, Mother’s Day is a holiday observed every second Sunday of May honoring the sacrifices mothers make for their children. Did you know that the American celebration of Mother’s Day began in 1908 by a pioneer lady named Anna Jarvis and became an official U.S. holiday in 1914? Jarvis would later denounce the commercialization of Mother’s day… Continue Reading Happy Mother’s Day!
High blood pressure is a common disease in which blood flows through blood vessels, or arteries, at higher than normal pressures. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as the heart pumps blood. High blood pressure, sometimes called hypertension, is when this force against the artery walls is too high. Some ways to… Continue Reading Ways to Manage High Blood Pressure
How Social Dining Positively Impacts People Living In Senior Homes For seniors, good nutrition is one of the keys to staying healthy and strong along with socializing during meal time. The human body works best when it has access to all of the vitamins and nutrients that it needs. A well-balanced diet not only helps ensure that seniors are… Continue Reading The Benefits Of Socializing During Meal Time
Practicing yoga regularly can result in a host of benefits for aging adults. From greater flexibility and improved balance to lower stress and better sleep, aging seniors reap the rewards of yoga. Seniors looking for a safe and effective way to enhance their physical health and overall wellness can try yoga, which involves the careful, slow, and steady movements of… Continue Reading Yoga for Seniors
Food is important when it comes to maximizing our brain health. Studies have shown that eating the right foods (and the right amount) can help us maintain weight, keep our hearts healthy, and help us optimize our immunity to fight off illness. But did you know that some foods can also help us improve our brain health? We’re not just… Continue Reading Top 5 Foods for Brain Health
Assisting Hands® Home Care has over 30 years of experience in the health-care industry as a home care leader with exceptional service. With a dedicated and strong leadership team, Assisting Hands® Home Care franchise owners have consistently provided high ratings in satisfaction surveys. As a home care leader, we have also won consecutive awards from the Franchise Business Review since… Continue Reading Home Care Leader, Exceptional Service