Did you know taking walks can be very useful to help you keep fit and maintain your health? As with every fitness activity or exercise, it’s better if you can build a walking regimen to help you lead an active and healthy lifestyle. It’s also recommended for older adults to consult with their doctors regarding…
Developing feelings of anxiety and worry is a prevalent occurrence in our day-to-day lives. It’s perfectly normal and it’s also the brain’s way of responding to impending danger or stress. Different from the occasional anxiety, anxiety disorders can cause continuous and paralyzing feelings of fear and anxiety. Such excessive anxiety can completely wear you down…
It’s perfectly normal for older people to experience some forms of anxiety, stress, anger or negative emotions as the body can undergo many changes. Nonetheless, not being in control of your own emotional health can be rather serious as it may lead to more serious issues. Here are some of the most commonly faced emotional…
One of the most serious problems that people face as they age is an increased risk of chronic inflammation and arthritis. Chronic inflammation, if not addressed effectively, can lead to additional health problems such as Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, strokes, and heart disease. Fortunately, there are things you can do to assist, such as increasing your…
Loneliness is the sense that our social and emotional ties are not as strong as we would like them to be. In contrast, social isolation is an objective measure of loneliness that may or may not be painful. It is believed that one-third to one-half of older adults feel social isolation or loneliness. Loneliness increases…
The results of medication-related studies are usually determined and based on young and healthy participants’ data, and are then reflected in medication doses and other aspects of health. However, chances are that we become more reliant on medications as we age, due to age-related chronic conditions such as hypertension. Unfortunately, as we age, our bodies…
Your golden years are the perfect time to pick up hobbies that you may once have been too busy for. Some may look to gardening, while others may sign up for dance classes or hiking groups. Or perhaps you may be into card games or literature. It’s great to explore your options now that you…
Food poisoning may affect everyone, but the elderly are more prone to become unwell and suffer from a more serious sickness. Your elderly loved ones are more vulnerable since their immune systems and organs no longer identify and eliminate hazardous bacteria as efficiently as they previously did. Nearly half of patients aged 65 and older…
Reading is a cognitive process that involves decoding and understanding written language. It is a very personal process. It allows readers to escape their everyday lives and explore different worlds. Literature and memory are two essential aspects of reading. Literature provides the story and context for the words on the page, while memory supports the…
Playing cards have long been known as a fun and entertaining pastime, but did you know that they also have some surprising cognitive benefits? Games like bridge and poker are perfect for keeping your mind sharp and preventing things like Alzheimer’s disease. People who spend at least 3 hours per week playing card games enjoy…