Table of Content1 1. Tomatoes 2 2. Yogurt 3 3. Lentils 4 4. Oats 5 5. Blueberries 6 6. Balsamic Vinegar 7 7. Chia Seeds Eating healthy in the golden years is as critical as it is during childhood and adolescence. Because many older adults have a smaller appetite, it’s important that the foods they eat…
Table of Content1 1. Stick to the MIND Diet2 2. Provide Supplements3 3. Discourage Smoking4 4. Eliminate Stress5 5. Promote Good Sleep Hygiene6 6. Encourage Exercising Alzheimer’s is an incredibly complex disease, and doctors still have quite a bit to learn about it. This progressive disorder can be caused by…
Table of Content1 Compassion2 Dependability 3 Supportiveness4 Trustworthiness Choosing a caregiver for your aging loved one is a big step, which is why you should take some time to find the perfect person. You will need to conduct interviews and allow your loved one to be involved in the process. While…
Table of Content1 Check Health Status2 Keep Your Loved One Conscious and Calm 3 Check Your Loved One’s Balance and Flexibility 4 Check Your Loved One’s Blood Pressure Levels Family caregivers should do everything possible to help their elderly loved ones prevent falls, such as helping them build muscle strength, removing clutter from…
Table of Content1 1. Handwriting Changes2 2. Tremors3 3. Sleep Disturbances4 4. Prolonged Stiffness5 5. Vocal Changes Parkinson’s disease is difficult to diagnose because symptoms may also be present in other medical conditions. However, the symptoms produced by Parkinson’s disease are easier to control when it is diagnosed in the…
Table of Content1 Disruptive Memory Loss2 Issues with Spatial Orientation3 Difficulty with Communication4 Inability to Perform Familiar Tasks5 Alterations in Mood In its early stages, dementia can be difficult to recognize. Many of the first symptoms of dementia are hard to distinguish from the symptoms of ordinary aging. Here are…
Table of Content1 1. What Services Do You Provide?2 2. Do You Allow Flexible Scheduling?3 3. How Are the Finances Handled?4 4. How Are Caregivers Hired and Trained?5 5. Can Your Caregivers Handle My Loved One’s Health Condition?6 6. Will My Loved One Have the Same Caregiver for Each Visit?7…
Table of Content1 Make Dietary Adjustments2 Encourage More Exercise3 Reduce Caffeine Intake4 Promote Better Sleep Hygiene5 Reduce Stress Cardiovascular disease remains a major concern in the United States. In 2016, the American Heart Association reported more than 800,000 deaths occurred due to cardiovascular-related strokes. More than 500,000 of the cases…
Table of Content1 1. Sprouts2 2. Diet Soda3 3. Grapefruit4 4. Soft Cheeses5 5. Salt6 6. Baked Goods7 7. White Bread8 8. Cold Meats As people age, their dietary needs often change. There are certain foods seniors should avoid due to their high-fat or bacterial content. Here are eight foods…
Table of Content1 Offers One-on-One Care 2 Reduces Costs3 Allows Aging in Familiar Surroundings4 Provides Privacy When aging adults require assistance with their daily lives, family caregivers likely need to choose between in-home care and assisted living. Your family should consider your loved one’s health and personal wishes when making the…