Common chronic diseases for seniors
Chronic diseases are conditions that last for at least 1 year and either require continuous evaluation or limit the person’s ability to perform daily activities. Approximately 60% of adults in the US have a chronic disease and over 40% have two or more. Below is a list of 5 of the most common chronic diseases […]
An overview of arthritis
September is Arthritis Awareness Month. With that in mind, this blog is going to focus on arthritis, which is inflammation or swelling of the joints. Although there are over 100 different types, the most common symptoms include stiffness and joint pain. Arthritis is most common in people with other chronic conditions such as heart disease, […]
Benefits of personal care services for seniors
Personal care services provide seniors who may need assistance with maintaining their quality of life and daily activities with many benefits. They often allow seniors to live at home instead of staying at a nursing or senior home. The list below provides 5 ways personal care services can help seniors. 1. Improve well-being. This can […]
Retirement planning for seniors
Retirement can be an exciting time for you to relax and enjoy the benefits of all your hard work in previous years. However, it can also be a time of uncertainty, especially when it comes to finances. This is why it’s critical to plan for retirement ahead of time. Below is a list of 5 […]
How hormone production changes with age
Hormones are chemical products that are transported by the blood or body fluids. They have a specific regulatory effect on cells remote from their origin. Peptide (protein) hormones require intracellular secondary messengers to evoke a physiological response. On the other hand, steroid hormones bind to receptors in the nucleus, affecting gene transcription. With age, there […]
An overview of stress
Stress is the psychological and physiological response to an event that one perceives as a threat or challenge. It can affect sensory perception, metabolism, mobility, emotional regulation, cognition, immunity, oxygenation, and perfusion. The perception or anticipation of a threat activates 3 major physiological systems: the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, the sympathetic nervous system, and the immune […]
The importance of phosphorus for seniors
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the body behind calcium. It is found naturally in many foods and is available as a supplement. Since it is highly reactive, it is not found as a free element on Earth. The main function of phosphorus is bone and teeth formation. Approximately 85% of the body’s […]
Tips to help seniors stay hydrated
Your body needs to be hydrated to function properly. Water is critical as it delivers nutrients to cells, regulates body temperature, keeps joints lubricated, and prevents infections. Staying hydrated can improve sleep quality, mood, and cognition. Health experts recommend that everyone should consume approximately 2 liters of water each day. Below is a list of […]
Important vitamins and minerals for seniors
Vitamins and minerals are especially important nutrients that seniors need to stay healthy. They boost the immune system, help cells and organs function, and support growth and development. Vitamins are organic substances, meaning they’re made by animals or plants. On the other hand, minerals are inorganic substances, which means they come from water and soil. […]
An overview of cancer for seniors
Saturday, February 4 is World Cancer Day. With that in mind, we thought that it was important to provide information about the disease itself, with an emphasis on how it affects the senior population. Cancer refers to the uncontrolled proliferation (replication) of cells. Changes in DNA can cause the development of cancer almost anywhere in […]
