Cholesterol is made in the liver and it serves many important functions. For example, it helps to keep the walls of your cells flexible and it is also necessary to make several types of hormones. However, too much cholesterol will lead to concerns. Similar to fat, cholesterol doesn’t dissolve in water. To move around the…
Flowers blooming, greener grass, the warmer weather, and the sounds of animals running all around, this is when you know spring has arrived. You tend to appreciate these things when you get to a certain age, especially for older adults. Spring is a great time to be outdoors, with fresh air running through our faces.…
Over the years, all of us have collected or owned some things that we were interested in. As we aged, those things began to pile up and now, we have accumulated a substantial amount of clutter. Being humans, it is natural for us to ignore but studies have shown that taking the time to clean…
A messy home is not a good sight. Things laying on top of things, in piles as high as your kitchen countertop. Not only is that unsightly, but it is also dangerous for older adults. Clutter in an area can have a negative impact on many people. It reduces our confidence and we tend to…
In today’s world, dating is not only for the young and healthy. Older adults are starting to form relationships with someone to spend the rest of their lives with. Dating at this age has become more accepted by society nowadays. Dating when you are over 50 can be a little bit scary but it is…
Stroke is one of the most harmful medical conditions that anyone can suffer from. This deadly disease not only affects you but also your loved ones who are close to you. As we age, the chances of getting a stroke increase drastically. The sudden numbness of your face and arm on one side and the…
No matter what age we are at, learning something new can benefit us. That is because our brain never stops absorbing new information as long as we use it, even at an old age. Learning new things has the potential to expand our skills and knowledge and gives us the ability to do new things…
Starting a new life away from home can be very intimidating especially for those who are above 65 years. You will be miles away from your friends and family, with a new environment and surroundings. The things that you always see every day, you cannot see them anymore. It might sound scary but on the…
St. Patrick’s Day where green is all around you. Originally a Roman Catholic feast day for the patron saint of Ireland, it has become one of the most anticipated holidays in America. Every year, we get to see a parade of green lined up on our streets. It is a day where we get to…
Having difficulty swallowing food or liquids is known as dysphagia. It is indeed a serious problem for many older adults that we have to take note of. It can cause dehydration, malnutrition, or aspiration pneumonia. This condition affects many older adults, up to around 6 million people in the United States. Dysphagia usually results from…