Archives for Health and Wellness

Getting a good night’s sleep can be difficult at any age. For seniors, getting older can present new challenges in falling asleep and staying asleep throughout the night. Sleeping problems for seniors can be caused by decreasing physical activity, illness or medications, developing sleeping disorders such as sleep apnea, or naturally changing circadian rhythms. Insufficient sleep can cause seniors to be more tired during the day, which can lead to irritability, isolation, and even physical health problems.  Fortunately, there are steps you can take to improve the length and quality of your sleep as a senior: 1. Associate The Bedroom With Sleep And Comfort It’s important to train your
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Keeping your elderly loved ones active is important for their continued health and well-being. Since exercise has been proven to boost the brain and ward off memory problems, it’s especially important those suffering from dementia. Being more active also often increases a person’s energy level, which makes them feel more productive and gives them a more positive attitude. However, you may wonder how much exercise should your loved ones get and what types of exercise is best to avoid injury. To ensure they get enough exercise, you may need to take a more active role in these pursuits. Doctor’s Opinion
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When caring for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s, good nutrition is essential to manage symptoms and optimize their quality of life. It is quite common for patients with these conditions to be at risk for dehydration or malnutrition due to a decreased sense of hunger and thirst. Over time, their tastes may also change, presenting challenges in meal preparation. For these reasons, it is very important to make sure your loved one is well-attended and observed during meal times to make sure he or she has eaten enough. Meeting with a dietician to discuss the foods right for your
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When some of the simple things in life such as swallowing are no longer simple, there are alternative solutions than can be of help. Taking nutrition is vital to every person, without regard to physical challenges that may be a part of your life temporarily or for the long term. The good news is that finding alternative things that are easy to swallow and provide good nutrition is easier today than it has ever been. One category of such things are meal replacement or meal substitute shakes and drinks. There are a variety of brands, and even more variety of
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