Healthy eating plays a crucial role in aging well. By incorporating a variety of nutrient-rich foods, staying hydrated, and making balanced meal choices, older adults can maintain energy, muscle strength, and overall well-being. Whether following a Mediterranean, vegetarian, or traditional diet, thoughtful nutrition supports long-term health and vitality.
Category: Senior Health
Regenerative Medicine: Using Your Body to Heal
Regenerative medicine harnesses the body’s natural healing abilities to repair damaged tissues and reduce pain. This innovative approach offers a promising alternative to surgery and medications, focusing on restoring health through biological treatments.
Why Use a Local Agent When Looking at Medicare or Health Insurance Options?
Choosing the right Medicare or health insurance plan requires expert guidance. A local agent ensures your doctors, prescriptions, and needs are covered.
What is ALS? (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
A diagnosis of ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, is life-changing. This degenerative neuromuscular disease impacts every aspect of daily life, with no cure and limited treatment options. Learn more about its effects and ongoing research for a cure.
Taking Control of Your Health: Evidence-Based Health and Wellness Programming
Empower yourself or your community with evidence-based health and wellness workshops designed for older adults. Learn to manage chronic conditions, improve mobility, and support caregivers through expert-led programs.
Nutrition for Older Adults: Why Eating Well Matters as You Age
A balanced diet is essential for healthy aging, helping to maintain strength, cognitive function, and overall well-being. As metabolism slows and appetite changes, it’s crucial for older adults to focus on nutrient-rich foods. Key nutrients like protein, calcium, vitamin D, fiber, and healthy fats play a significant role in preserving muscle mass, bone health, and digestion.
Hearing Loss: A Common Problem for Older Adults
Hearing loss is a common issue among older adults, often caused by aging, noise exposure, or underlying health conditions. It can affect daily communication, safety, and even cognitive health, leading to risks such as social isolation and an increased chance of dementia. Recognizing the signs of hearing loss, like difficulty understanding conversations or needing to turn up the TV, is essential. Seeking professional advice can help manage the condition and improve quality of life.
OT: An Overview
Alison Starkey, Owner of Gaitway of Charlotte, explains the role of occupational therapy (OT) in promoting health and well-being. OT helps individuals of all ages participate in meaningful daily activities, from self-care to work and school.
Senior Centers: From A New Perspective
Gayla Woody reflects on her 40-year journey with senior centers, from teaching technology classes as a young staff member to participating as an older adult. Over the years, senior centers have become vital spaces for fostering connection, promoting health and wellness, and offering engaging activities.
What Is A Stroke?
By Ashley S. Harris, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Greenville Stroke is a disruption in blood supply… Read more »
