Not only is swimming a fun recreational activity and a good way to cool off on hot days, but it is also a great form of exercise for older adults and their caregivers. It is a low impact sport, which is helpful for those who have conditions such as arthritis or those with sports injuries.…
Health and wellness play an important role in one’s life. There are times when we are caught in a bout of ill health. How do we manage our symptoms then? There has been a shift towards more traditional ways of pain relief, Indeed, you may have noticed traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) or acupuncture shops popping…
One in four people who are aged 65 and older have diabetes. Additionally, half of older adults have prediabetes, which is a condition that features higher-than-normal levels of blood glucose. Prediabetes can lead to having type 2 diabetes unless it is controlled using a lifestyle and diet change. It is scary that most people are…
Did you know that as we age, our digestive system cannot process sugar as well as it used to during our heydays? This is why the consumption of sugar is such an important topic among more mature adults. Excessive sugar intake can lead to detrimental health issues like higher blood pressure, cognitive impairment, diabetes, fatty…
Tai chi is a form of exercise that began as Chinese martial arts. But perhaps the best way to understand tai chi is to picture “meditation in motion”. This phrase is often used to describe tai chi, which focuses on low-impact movements while using deep breathing techniques. Like yoga, its slow and gentle movements make…
The fitness world has long been divided into two categories: exercises for the young and exercises for the old. Today, however, seniors are reclaiming their fitness rights, emphasizing safe and effective exercises they can use to stay fit while living independently at home or in an assisted living community. No matter your age, you can take…
Getting started with an exercise routine can be intimidating, especially if you’re not used to regular physical activity. If you’re worried about injuries, losing endurance too quickly, or simply being too slow, don’t worry—you’re not alone! Losing weight and maintaining fitness are just as important in your 60s as they are in your 20s, and running is…
Did you know there’s a magical cure that can dwindle your need for pain medication, boost your vitality, and makes you happy? This antidote doesn’t come in a potion or pill, plus it’s gratuitous and never out of stock. You get it simply by lacing up your shoes and heading out of the door! What…
All our senses naturally start to weaken as we age. Combined with other health conditions, there are various ways in which our sense of taste especially is affected. If you are experiencing this life change, you may have a decreased appetite or insist on adding excessive amounts of sugar or salt to your dishes. While…
While maintaining a nutritious and balanced lifestyle is the essence of aging gracefully, many factors can make it harder to get the minerals and vitamins that our loved ones need. With life changes such as lassitude in cooking, the body’s reduced metabolizing ability, or even dental changes, nutrition absorption can be a challenge for the…