Soup has long been considered comfort food. It’s easy to make and is particularly welcome during the cold winter months. Homemade recipes are also healthier than store-bought varieties. When making your own soup, you have full control over the ingredients, including the amount of salt you use. As many older adults are susceptible to fluid retention, low sodium is a…
Up to 30 percent of seniors fall each year. A loss of balance remains one of the main contributing factors that lead to falls. Here are a few ways to treat balance issues in older adults. 1. Increase Physical Strength Seniors who live sedentary lifestyles lose muscle tone and strength, and their reaction time also slows. Older adults need to…
Probiotics add helpful microbes directly to the digestive tract, benefitting brain function and lessening the symptoms of gastrointestinal problems such as inflammatory bowel disease. To ensure your senior loved one is getting enough of this good bacteria, here are a few easy ways to add probiotics to his or her diet. 1. Add Yogurt to Breakfast Adding yogurt to your…
As many seniors experience age-related physical or cognitive decline, it can be difficult for them to live alone. If your elderly loved one has an age-related condition that makes the tasks of daily living challenging, he or she may benefit from the assistance of a professional caregiver. Read on to learn a few reasons a professional caregiver may be a…
Seniors who want to live vibrant, healthy, and fun lives should remain active while aging. Being active can lead to better bone density, heart health, and brain function. Here are some of the ways your elderly loved one can stay active as he or she ages. 1. Walking Taking a walk through the neighborhood, at the local mall, or on…
Maintaining a positive attitude helps seniors with dementia live longer and enjoy a better quality of life. However, you may face certain emotional difficulties with the diagnosis, and expressing negativity only introduces more challenges into the situation. Now that your aging loved one has an accurate diagnosis, you can take the following steps to maintain a positive attitude that influences…
If you provide care for an aging loved one on a regular basis, you know how it can be both personally rewarding and stressful at times. For this reason, it can be beneficial to take a break by having other family members help out or exploring your options with professional home care. Here are five specific reasons to take a…
It’s common for older adults to become inactive and withdraw from social activities as they age. The isolation is often caused by stress, fatigue, limited mobility, and cognitive impairment. However, your elderly parent can use the tips below to stay active and prevent isolation in the senior years. Say “Yes” More Accepting invitations to community and family events allows seniors…
The American Thoracic Society reports that approximately a million adults in the United States are hospitalized due to pneumonia each year. Also, out of the 50,000 people who die from this respiratory condition annually, most are 65 and older, which is why we’re going to focus on what you need to know about pneumonia, how it could affect an aging…
Education is a proven way to reduce hospital readmissions. Today, many hospitals are taking education during the discharge process seriously, and it’s reducing the number of seniors who have to go back to the hospital after they’re discharged. Families should look for these types of educational opportunities to make sure there’s no confusion about how to care for a senior…