Pneumonia is an infection that occurs in the lungs. It isn’t a condition that is unique to just the elderly, but they do have a higher chance of worrying complications and even death. This is because the older we get, the more likely our immune system will weaken. This is further exacerbated by any pre-existing…
Malnutrition for the elderly is an extremely worrying trend in the past few years. There are many reasons why this happens – inability to prepare healthy meals at home, decreased appetite, digestive issues, or just simply choosing the wrong types of produce. Regardless of the reason, maintaining a balanced diet and sufficient caloric intake is…
Strength training isn’t just about being buff and attractive, consistently maintaining and building your body strength can help with mitigating health concerns, improving mobility, reducing pain, and even improving your overall mood. Even then, this is just a small part of what exercise can do for you. Many people tend to only think of strength…
There is a common myth that older adults are somehow supposed to slow down as they age. This is not true! In fact, as a retiree, you are now free from work commitments, project deadlines, and many other burdens that plague younger adults. In fact, surveys have shown that retirees are less anxious, happier, and…
Many older adults are starting to work out at home to keep up with a healthy routine even as they age. The fact is that having a healthy lifestyle is key to ensuring mobility, independence, and even a better mood in your daily life. However, choosing appropriate exercise equipment that is easy to use, safe,…
