10 Signs of Malnutrition in the Elderly
Although nutrition is important at any age, it can become critical after the age of 65. Studies show that the prevalence of malnutrition in the hospitalized elderly can be as high as 32 percent, rising […]
Longevity
8 Tips to Prepare for Retirement
Retirement is coming for all of us. We have to prepare and save during our working years to survive when we can no longer work or no longer wish to work. While everyone knows that […]
Seniors Can Prepare Ahead to Stay Healthy this Winter
Winter is a popular season that brings family and friends together. Even though there are many reasons to celebrate, it is necessary to be prepared. This is because there are many potential dangers that come […]
How to Care for a Dying Loved One
To care for someone who is dying is a labor of compassion and intense love. Providing comfort and palliative treatment for a dying loved one is among the most selfless and beautiful things you might […]
17 Safe, Natural Energy Boosters for Any Age
It’s only noon, and you’re already yawning. You try to shake yourself awake. You have so much to do today. You can’t be tired already. Unfortunately, much as we try to get the recommended seven […]
The Importance of B12 for Aging Gracefully
What vitamin influences your mood, energy level, brain function, heart, skin, hair, and digestion? That would be vitamin B12. There’s a lot of interest around this essential vitamin, and many people claim it helps prevent […]
3 Essential Exercises to Keep Your Body Strong as You Age
The following are three of the most important moves that mimic what you do in your everyday life. These exercises can be used to help you get and stay strong, have and maintain better balance, […]
Guide to Fall Prevention
Falling and fall prevention is an increasingly important subject for older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury. The CDC also […]
10 Health Benefits of Staying Sexually Active Into Older Age
The great comedian George Burns was quoted as saying, “Sex at age 90 is like trying to shoot pool with a rope.” Indeed, there seems to be a general assumption that as you age, sex […]
7 Secrets to Look and Feel Younger
Getting older. It’s something we all do, but that doesn’t mean we have to like it. According to one survey, 41 percent of women wished they looked younger, one in three (32 percent) felt under […]