March is National Nutrition Month, a great excuse to start eating well to keep your body strong and healthy. But often people begin a new healthy eating plan only to see it go out the window after only a few weeks. However, with a little preparation, long-term healthy eating might be easier than you think. Here are a few tricks to get you started! 1. Make a list. Studies show that people who shop for groceries without a list will buy more unhealthy foods, not to mention spend more money in general. So take some time in advance to put
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Monthly Archives March 2014
4 Questions to Ask Before Aging in Place
Aging in place has become a popular way for seniors to live today. But is this the right choice for you or your loved one? Here are four questions to ask before making the big decision to remain at home. 1. Am I healthy enough? Seniors who can successfully age in place must be in generally good health. And even then, some modifications might need to be made to the house. It may be as simple as removing rugs and adding grab bars, or as complicated as widening doors and adding wheel chair ramps. You should plan for the added
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New Methods Discovered to Correct Poor Vision
Eyesight is one of our most fascinating and complex senses. It allows us to see the colors of the sunset, watch our grandchild smile for the first time, and read books that transport us to other lands. Unfortunately, many seniors begin to lose their eyesight much too soon. It may be subtle at first – the television is a bit more blurry or cross-stitching is a little more difficult. Many seniors rely on bifocals, trifocals, or even surgery to correct their sight. Luckily, technology is being developed every day to improve how we live and how we see. The advances
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Encourage Senior Independence
Independence. It is the goal of many seniors. However, as men and women age, an estimated 70% of them will not be able to live the same quality of life without some form of assistance. But coming to terms with that can be difficult. In fact, many seniors, as many as 5%, are in denial and would rather decrease activities rather than get the assistance they need. They stay indoors or avoid answering the phone so that they won’t have to admit that they need some sort of help. If this sounds like a senior you know, you should contact
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Try This Great Healthy Snack Alternative
Snacks can get us into trouble. When we are searching for the perfect food to sustain us between meals, we often go for what we crave. We want salty, sweet, or fatty foods that can put us over our caloric limit for the day. One bad snack is all it takes to ruin a day’s healthy diet. Luckily, there is one salty, fatty snack that we can consume without all the guilt – nuts! Whether you crave the sweetness of almonds, the creaminess of cashews, or the crunch of pistachios, there’s a healthy nut for everyone. Here are a few
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Tips on Living with Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes has the ability to cause damage to the body at any age. But seniors are at a much higher risk than any other age group. The incidence of Type 2 diabetes in seniors is higher for several reasons even when the senior person is not obese or really sedentary. It is really important for seniors to know the rules for diabetes in young people do not always apply to them. Firstly, who is classed as a senior? I think it is fair to say the starting point is at the age of 65. A recent study has
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What Makes Seniors Truly Happy?
We all want our friends and family members to be happy, but finding the right way to make a senior smile can be a challenge. So many have asked the questions: What makes seniors happy? What do they really enjoy? And although different people like different things, studies show that there are some similarities across the board. Here are three ways to help your elderly loved one find happiness: 1. Plan Social Time. Many studies indicate that seniors are happier when in the company of others. But that doesn’t mean that every senior wants to be the life of the
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Healthy Eating Habits for Seniors
Healthy eating is important for everyone, but seniors need to take extra special care to eat well. Eating right will not only keep your body strong, but also your mind and spirit. Although many seniors know what they should be eating, it doesn’t make it any easier to pass up those morning cinnamon rolls or evening sweet treats. Here are a few helpful tips to keep yourself healthy: Go beyond the four food groups. We learned in school that we should have grains, dairy, meat, and fruits and vegetables at each meal. Well, the idea of a healthy meal has gone
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