Nutrition

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Eye Conditions

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Eye Conditions

As we age, vision impairment is one of the most common physical losses. Many eye conditions that cause sight loss and blindness are insidious and aren’t diagnosed until extreme measures are necessary.

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Heart Health for Seniors

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Heart Health for Seniors

In 1964, more than half of American deaths were the result of cardiovascular disease. Although this percentage has decreased, heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States. Since seniors are especially at risk, it is important that caregivers understand heart disease.

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5 Tasty Recipes that Seniors and their Caregivers can Enjoy

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5 Tasty Recipes that Seniors and their Caregivers can Enjoy

As people age many factors including medicine, joint problems, digestion and loss of vision, taste and smell can make food less appealing and lower older adults’ ability to shop, cook and eat. It’s important that seniors continue to get a nutrient-rich diet to keep their bodies healthy as they age.

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Caring for Aging Skin

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Caring for Aging Skin

As our skin ages, it becomes thinner, which can add to the appearance of wrinkles. We lose fat, elasticity, and moisture. Scratches and bumps often take longer to heal and are more visible. Depending on the sun exposure we’ve subjected our skin to throughout our lives, we may see more ragged dryness, age spots, even cancer. The routine that we might have used when we were younger is no longer applicable.

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Cholesterol Reducing Recipes

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Cholesterol Reducing Recipes

High cholesterol levels put seniors at greater risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the American Heart Association, it’s important for seniors to take steps to keep their cholesterol levels under control. Seniors and their caregivers can reduce cholesterol by eating healthily. There are many cholesterol-reducing recipes that seniors enjoy. Add them to a senior’s menu to help protect their heart and health.