As we grow older, some memory loss is to be expected. However, for seniors and their caregivers, memory loss can be more than simply a frustrating experience. Severe memory loss can make regular daily activities more difficult to carry out, and one’s memory loss can do damage to one’s personal relationships. However, memory loss need […]
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If you or someone you know has been trying adjust their diet to have a healthier heart, you might be wondering where exactly you need to start. A lot of people assume that fixing their diet means getting rid of all of the food that they love, but that isn’t the case when it comes
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Many older adults are not comfortable with the notion of being in an assisted living facility. They fear that their loved ones will abandon them. They worry about being away from home. Others think that seniors admitted to long-term care facilities don’t have proper recreation time. It is often hard to discuss the decision that
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Eat right and exercise: these are widely known as two pillars of good health. Added to those are getting quality sleep and maintaining low stress levels—as well as keeping the body hydrated. Up to 60 percent of your physical makeup is water. It nourishes every cell. It is also crucial for preventing many common conditions,
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You’ve signed the papers, packed the boxes, and moved into your new home. Are you excited? Stressed out? Or some combination of the two? Find some balance by making the place your own. Whether you display family photos, artwork, or travel souvenirs, adding your personal touches to a new space creates a familiar, soothing
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As school children, we’re surrounded by classmates and teammates. As employed adults, we have coworkers. But as we age, those interactions tend to diminish, making it difficult for older adults to stay connected with others. The benefits of social connections among older adults cannot be overstated. Studies have shown that social isolation and loneliness are
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Most people yearn for the day when they can leave the 9 to 5 behind for the world’s longest coffee break. After all, retirement is the ultimate life goal—a time to sleep in, play golf, travel the world, and check things off the bucket list. But a life of seven-day weekends doesn’t come for free,
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Most older adults have had a “senior moment” or two. Perhaps we have missed an important appointment or forgotten why we have walked into a room. Are these signs of normal aging? Or do they point to more serious cognitive decline, such as dementia? It can be difficult to tell the difference. For most people,
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We all recognize how great it feels to get a good night’s sleep. But did you know that waking up refreshed does more than prepare you to take on the day? It’s also good for your body. In fact, sleep—especially restorative sleep—is believed to be as important as diet and exercise in maintaining overall health.
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What’s your trigger? Everyone has experienced stress at some point in their lives. The loss of a job, the death of a spouse, even joyous events such as getting married or having children can cause stress. The COVID-19 pandemic has surely amped up stress levels for millions of people. But at particular risk from the
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