Older adults are more prone to falls due to a myriad of reasons. However, the main reason for falls is loss of balance. Improving balance can help to decrease the likelihood of falls. It is important to encourage the elderly to improve their sense of balance as the elderly may need a longer time to…
Skype is a software that enables you to connect with others through free video calls, voice calls, or chat. It can be used both on your computer and on your phone. Skype is simple to use and it allows elderly family members to communicate with their loved ones even when they are far away. In…
Everyone should consume a healthy diet consisting of nutrients sourced from a wide variety of foods. This is especially important in our later years as nutritious foods help to prevent or manage diseases while boosting one’s immune system. Fruits should be included as part of a healthy diet as it provides many nutrients that cannot…
Yoga has gained popularity over the last decades and is now practiced all over the world, and for good reason too. It is an exercise that can be done by both young and old people with many amazing benefits to the body. As yoga is relatively low impact and slower in pace, it is an…
A good sense of balance is important as it allows for coordinated movement and walking. If your body has no sense of balance, you may find it difficult to walk, coordinate your movements, or reach for objects. You may also feel dizzy. However, as you age, it becomes quite common to lose some sense of…