Does retirement leave you not knowing what to do with your time? Try going on a cruise. Now that the nest is empty and the alarm isn’t going off for you to go scrambling out the door to work, taking a trip is a great way to keep things exciting after retirement and break up […]
The Top 6 Health Problems Seniors Need to Know About
Longer lifespans than ever before have become the standard for American seniors. Currently, individuals who reach the age of 65 can expect to enjoy an average of 19.3 more years of life. Because longer lifespans have become the norm, having the highest possible quality of life is a focus for many seniors. While there are […]
Aging Gracefully with a Little Help from Doctors
The government census found that 40.3 million people aged 65 and older existed. This put the number of senior citizens at just over 10% of the present population. Health and Human Services and the Department of Commerce commissioned the study in 2014 to determine the effects on the economy and services. The projection predicts by […]
5 Reasons to Eat Your Lentils
Lentils are one of the first foods to have ever been cultivated and date back to over 8000 years. They’ve been discovered in multiple archaeological sites in Central Asia and the Middle East. Since the spreading of their seeds, lentils have become a staple and traditionally eaten with wheat, barley or rice. In India, lentils […]
8 Easy Ways to Get More Protein and Stay Strong
As rates of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome and diabetes continue to rise in all populations, including those over 65, it is important to keep a healthy and balanced diet. More than ever it is imperative to get all of your essential amino acids from balanced proteins to keep your mind and body strong. But believe […]
The Benefits of Tai Chi for Seniors
Getting older doesn’t mean that you have to lose your mobility. In fact, one great way to help prevent the effects that old age can have on the body is to take up Tai Chi, which has been practiced for thousands of years. Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art that focuses on both spiritual […]
Home Safety Checks – Key to Fall Prevention
“An ounce of prevention is worth a ton of cure.” – This adage can be applied to home safety as well. Older adults, especially, are vulnerable to serious injuries from home accidents. A simple fall can often have devastating consequences including death. June is National Safety Month, an annual observance developed by the National Safety Council […]
6 Unbeatable Reasons to Eat Your Beets
Beetroot is typically not on peoples’ list of favorite vegetables, but the beautifully red pigmented root packs a hearty amount of vitamins and benefits. If you’re not eating your beets, you may want to start stocking your fridge with this incredible super food. Here’s why: Improves Oxygen Flow to Your Brain Beetroot is rich in […]
5 Easy Ways to Control Sugar and Stay Satisfied
Controlling blood glucose is extremely important as you enter your golden years. Maintaining a healthy blood sugar level throughout the day can become harder as you age, and poor diet and exercise habits can lead to metabolic syndrome – the pre-cursor to diabetes. But if you are dealing with high blood sugar or just want […]
What Does a Normal Weight Mean for the Mature Adult?
Once we get older, it’s equally important to maintain a normal weight, just as we used to do during our early years. Obesity, combined with age-related transformations, can significantly increase susceptibility to disease and may even affect our longevity. A decreased metabolic rate makes weight loss more difficult at a mature age, which is another reason […]