Head Trauma from a Fall Can Lead to Traumatic Brain Injuries in Seniors
When you think of a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your initial thought is probably a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing head-first into a rival, or maybe a head-on collision in a car accident – something less likely to affect senior loved ones. Even so, the prevalence of traumatic brain injuries in older […]
Understanding Chronic Fatigue in Seniors
Feelings of exhaustion may seem like a common event for many of us. The alarm goes off too early, the busyness of everyday life is exhausting, and by the conclusion of the day, when we can finally sink into bed, it’s difficult to stop our thoughts to get a restful night’s sleep. Yet as soon […]
The Importance of Preventing Social Isolation in the Elderly
Preventing social isolation in the elderly is an ever-increasing and extremely important endeavor. Up to 33% of all the elderly live alone, and for many different reasons (limited mobility, chronic health conditions, and loss of family and friends, just to name a few) socialization is increasingly difficult to maintain. In fact, the results of isolation […]
Healthy Eating Guidelines for Older Adults on a Budget
We know the importance of adhering to a healthy and balanced diet; however, knowing and doing are often worlds apart. For aging adults, it is even more essential to avoid the temptations of making unhealthy food choices – and, frequently more difficult. For quite a few seniors, lifestyle decisions are impacted by a variety of […]
The Benefits of Meeting Daily Protein Requirements for Seniors
Pass the cheese, please! Recent scientific studies are showing the benefits of a protein-rich diet for the elderly, particularly during occasions of anxiety, for example, when battling a chronic disease or acute illness, or preparing for a surgical treatment or hospitalization, when protein is processed less effectively. And even when healthy, meeting daily protein requirements […]
Get Moving! How Physical Activity Helps Seniors Maintain Brain Health
We know how important it is to be active for our physical health, but studies are now showing many more far-reaching benefits – namely, a reduced possibility of developing Alzheimer’s disease and a slowed rate of cognitive decline in older adults. The explanation for the link is unclear, but there are two theories under consideration […]
Proper and Effective Use of Antibiotics for Seniors Is Important in Reducing Drug-Resistant Diseases
The days of visiting the doctor for a standard antibiotic are over, or will soon be. According to the CDC, an astounding 2 million people each year are told they have an antibiotic-resistant strain of disease, and a full 23,000 of them die as a consequence. What’s causing it? Over-prescribing of antibiotics, or prescribing them […]
Alzheimer’s and the Holidays: How to Create a Safe and Comforting Season for Your Senior Loved One with Dementia
How can I help my senior loved with dementia enjoy the holidays? Coping with Alzheimer’s disease is difficult on any given day, but add in disruptions to routine, additional visitors, decorations, and noise, and you might just have a recipe for elevated agitation, stress, and discomfort. The answer to a pleasant holiday for your household […]
Feeling Thankful: Improving Senior Health All Year Long
They say there is always something to be thankful for, and this time of the year, more than any other, drives home the need for us to convey our gratitude. Nevertheless, for older adults, for many different reasons, it can be hard to find and focus on feelings of gratitude in the course of the […]
Senior Abuse Can Happen to Anyone. Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
It breaks our hearts to hear stories from the news of vulnerable seniors who have suffered mistreatment and abuse, and perhaps it appears as though it’s something which will happen to “someone else” – certainly not to our own senior loved ones. Nevertheless, approximately 5 million seniors in the U.S. are subjected to some form […]