Memory loss is undeniably one of the most well-known and undesired side effects of aging, especially if it snowballs to conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Apart from participating in events and activities to maintain a healthy amount of social interaction and cognitive stimulation, we should also pay attention to diet. It is no secret…
When we look for ways to stay healthy when we are older, we often think about quantifiable things, like getting the right amounts of vitamins and minerals or exercising a certain number of hours every week. However, apart from those mentioned above, there are other simple actions we can take to stay physically and mentally…
While most of us may get away with eating whatever we desire in our younger days, it doesn’t mean that the same will hold true in the later years of our lives. After all, as we age, our body also ages, and we need to fuel the body with the right nutrients and vitamins for…
As we progress into the later years of our lives, we might not be as agile as we used to be. We may not be able to do the same activities we used to do to keep fit. Some older adults choose to stop exercising altogether to avoid sustaining injuries. However, apart from taking part…
As one ages into the senior years, it is likely that opportunities for socializing become fewer and fewer. There are no longer as many avenues for socializing as there were in the younger days, such as high school clubs, new jobs, or neighborhood parties. As such, older adults tend to have less social interaction, especially…
