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You Are Never Too Old to Get Moving: 3 Exercise Ideas for Seniors

August 24, 2021

Getting older doesn’t mean you have to slow down. While being active during your younger years can stave off some of the signs of aging, you might find as you get older that certain exercises start to hurt more than they help. Whether you’re nursing an injury or looking to add some gentler exercises into your workout regimen, these low-impact activities will keep you get fit regardless of your current age: Tai chi. This low impact form of martial arts...

5 Ways to Jump Start Your Brain Health

August 16, 2021

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Did you know that different activities can help you keep your mind sharp as you age? While some of us have been less active than we might like over the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are plenty of fun things we can do to keep your brains healthy, engaged and looking toward the future: Train your brain. Use online programs and other tools focused on helping you strengthen your brain health. There are several different apps and...

Men’s Health: 4 Tips to Improve Your Loved One’s Health and Well-Being

June 22, 2021

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Summer is a time to celebrate fathers, so it is appropriate that it is also the time to observe Men’s Health Week, a time to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This week is a time to recognize that preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue. Because the impact these issues can have on wives, mothers, daughters and sisters, it is truly a family...

Understanding the Healthy Diet, Healthy Mind Connection

June 2, 2021

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Exercise is excellent for the body, especially the heart. Few people stop to think about the importance of diet when it comes to brain health. Many studies have found that a healthy mind requires a healthy diet. Here are what the studies show and what foods you should eat if you want to take care of your brain for optimal mental health as a family caregiver. What Studies Find About the Healthy Diet, Healthy Brain Connection One of the...

Taking the First Step: Diabetes Care Management and Prevention

March 23, 2021

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According to the American Diabetes Association, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. In an effort to combat rising cases, especially with Type 2 diabetes, the American Diabetes Association created Alert Day, encouraging Americans to make simple lifestyle changes in order to manage their diabetes or prevent a diagnosis all together. Below are some simple lifestyle changes you can make: Eliminate sugary and fatty foods. Eating healthy and high fiber foods will help you maintain a healthy weight...

Tips for Eye Health in Seniors

March 9, 2021

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As we age, our eyes naturally deteriorate and our vision becomes less effective if we do not take the proper steps to maintain it. Thanks to research and technology, there are several opportunities to keep your sight maintained. Below are some 20/20 tips to keep your vision in shape: Schedule regular visits. Develop a consistent schedule with an eye doctor, so any problems will be detected before they become irreversible or chronic. Seniors should also make sure to visit an...

Keeping Seniors Active This Winter

February 22, 2021

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Keeping active is important all year, but when the temperatures drop and snow starts falling, it can be hard for anyone to do so. Especially seniors. While it may be difficult to go outside and move every day, there are a variety of ways to keep your loved one active and moving during the winter months: Indoor exercises. Physical activity increases blood flow to your whole body and performing even a minimal amount of daily physical movement can even help...

Heart Healthy Tips

February 15, 2021

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February is American Heart Month and focusing on good heart health has never been more important, since heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Below are simple ways you can take to live a heart-healthy lifestyle. Know Your Risks. Properly understanding the potential risks of heart disease can help you make the right decisions for your health. Talk to your health care provider about setting and reaching goals for heart...

The COVID-19 Vaccine and Seniors: What You Need to Know

February 9, 2021

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After almost a year of battling COVID-19 in our communities, vaccines are finally being distributed. While this seems like a light at the end of the tunnel, especially for seniors who have been social distancing, many still have questions about the distribution process established by the state and about the vaccine itself: How does the COVID-19 vaccine work?There are two different COVID-19 vaccines: Pfizer and Moderna. Both variations of the vaccine require two doses to be given a few...

Tips for Helping Your Elderly Loved One Reduce Allergy Symptoms

August 18, 2020

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Do you have an elderly loved one you are caring for? Do they have allergies? Millions of people suffer from allergies and may have mild to severe symptoms. If your elderly loved one is congested, sneezing, and/or has a runny nose all because of their allergies, it is important to do all that you can to help them manage their allergies. Replacing the HVAC System Air Filters One of the tips for reducing your loved one’s allergy symptoms is by...

Category: Health

You Are Never Too Old to Get Moving: 3 Exercise Ideas for Seniors

5 Ways to Jump Start Your Brain Health

Men’s Health: 4 Tips to Improve Your Loved One’s Health and Well-Being

Understanding the Healthy Diet, Healthy Mind Connection

Taking the First Step: Diabetes Care Management and Prevention

Tips for Eye Health in Seniors

Keeping Seniors Active This Winter

Heart Healthy Tips

The COVID-19 Vaccine and Seniors: What You Need to Know

Tips for Helping Your Elderly Loved One Reduce Allergy Symptoms

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