Benefits of golf for seniors
Golf is a low-impact sport that encourages seniors to socialize, provides physical and mental benefits, and carries a much lower risk of injury than many other sports. It is a great way for seniors to get outside and exercise. Below is a list of 5 benefits of golf for seniors. 1. Physical activity. On average, […]
Why seniors should eat more dark chocolate
You may be thinking: “I thought chocolate is bad for you. Why should I be eating more of it?” Not all chocolate is bad for you and not all chocolate is good for you. Dark chocolate contains approximately 70% cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and sugar while milk chocolate contains about 30% cocoa solids, cocoa butter, […]
Why seniors should start practicing meditation
Practiced for thousands of years, meditation is the practice of training your mind to focus and is used for stress reduction and relaxation. Meditation has become increasingly popular as more health benefits are being discovered. It involves deep breathing to clear the mind and can also provide physiological benefits. Below is a list of 7 […]
Health benefits of social interaction
As we age, health complications and mobility issues can lead to isolation, making spending time with family and friends even more important and special. Social interactions can impact physical health, mental health, and mortality risk. Research studies have shown that seniors who socialize more experience better overall physical and emotional health. Isolation is one of […]
7 ways to promote a healthy heart
Heart disease is the #1 cause of death worldwide but 80% of these deaths are preventable by managing risk factors and changing your lifestyle. Heart disease is caused by the buildup of fatty plaque in your arteries, called atherosclerosis. As a result, blood cannot flow through the arteries to the organs as well, which can […]
Anti-inflammatory diet – an overview
Inflammation plays a role in the body’s healing process, however, it is also a significant risk factor for numerous health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and certain cancers. When inflammation happens, your body is protected from substances including infections and microbes by chemicals in white blood cells that enter the blood or tissues. […]
The importance of staying hydrated for seniors
More than 60% of the human body is water. Therefore, hydration is crucial to keep organs functioning properly, regulate body temperature, deliver nutrients to cells, prevent infections, and keep joints lubricated. Staying hydrated is even more important for seniors because several physiological changes occur, such as reduced body water content and increased fluid loss, as […]
The effect of sugar on the brain
Your mental health and wellness can be negatively affected by sugar. Sugar decreases the production of serotonin, which is the hormone that is responsible for happiness, mood stabilization, and feelings of well-being. Insulin, which is considered to be the main anabolic hormone of the body, becomes less effective as more sugar is consumed. Since insulin […]
The best diets for a healthy heart
The leading cause of death worldwide is heart disease. Over the average lifetime, the heart beats around 2.5 billion times, pushing blood to every part of the body and whisking away the waste products of metabolism. A poor diet, lack of exercise, unlucky genes, smoking, and infection can cause the heart to fail. When it […]
Why calcium is especially important for seniors
Men between the ages of 51 and 70 should aim for 1,000 mg of calcium per day. The recommended amount of calcium that 51- to 70-year-old women and seniors aged 71 and older need is 1,200 mg. As we age, calcium levels in our bodies become depleted. This is because seniors tend to have smaller […]
