Pneumonia and Senior Citizens

Managing pneumonia and lung cancer can be more challenging for seniors due to age-related factors like weakened immune systems or pre-existing conditions. However, there are practical steps seniors can take to reduce the risk of complications and manage these illnesses effectively. For pneumonia, prevention is key. Vaccinations, such as the pneumococcal vaccine and the annual […]

Nutrition for High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

As we age, maintaining heart health becomes a vital part of life. High blood pressure and cholesterol are common concerns for seniors, but making the right dietary choices can help keep these in check, and control of our health. Follow these six simple, effective nutrition tips to support your heart health: 1. Focus on Fresh […]

National Cholesterol Awareness

Senior citizens can have elevated levels of cholesterol due to genetics, smoking, lack of exercise, and a poor diet. However, change can be made to reduce their levels. Simply try making the following changes to see the best results: Quit smoking: Higher cholesterol is one of the many negative effects of smoking. Nobody is ever […]

National Stroke Awareness

Stroke awareness is essential for everyone, especially seniors. There are ways to focus on prevention care. There are five categories you can improve upon to go down the road of a healthy lifestyle. Options to advance upon include… Healthy diet: Eating high fiber and low sodium foods such as berries, melons, green leafy vegetables, brown […]

Yoga for Seniors

For seniors that are looking for a safe way to enhance their physical health stretching, breathing, and meditation practices of yoga can be an excellent solution. It’s a mind and body activity.  Doing yoga regularly can result in many benefits such as greater flexibility, improved balance, lower stress, and better sleep. Now, let’s take at each […]

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Expand Your Exercise Profile

Exercise is helpful for seniors to improve arthritis aches and pains. This can include walking, swimming, and cycling for outdoor activities. You don’t really have to focus on losing 15 to 20 pounds. So, what exercise is best for indoors and can help you build balance, flexibility, and strength rather than weight loss per se? As […]