Our lifestyle changes as we advance into our twilight years, but that shouldn’t stop us from cutting back on having fun outdoors! There are many enjoyable activities that the elderly can do outdoors, and they include sports and group events as well. Many elderly feel that community life plays a pivotal role in their retirement,…
Although the benefits of daily meditation are widely documented, many experts believe that meditation offers older adults with an even broader range of mental, physical, and emotional health benefits. Meditation is an important aspect of many older adults’ busy, healthy lifestyles. A daily commitment to meditation can help older adults to enhance their mood, decrease…
Regular exercise and a balanced diet are well-known strategies to age gracefully, but having a creative pastime, such as painting, keeps your mind sharp and may enhance your overall quality of life. Here are six benefits of painting that may boost your physical and mental health. Cultivates a Positive Attitude Painting creates a relaxed, open…
Emotional overeating is typical in older adults, who resort to food for comfort as they struggle with aging, loneliness, and bereavement. While some struggle to maintain a healthy weight, many are emotional overeaters. Caregivers must pay attention to their loved ones’ eating habits in order to ensure that both their bodily and emotional needs are…
Staying fit is super important as you grow older, and there are many physical and mental health benefits to staying fit and active. Staying active does not only mean physical exercise as you can also stay active through various social activities. If you are unsure of how to stay fit as you age, read on…
High blood pressure that is not regulated can lead to a variety of health issues, including strokes, renal disease, eye impairment, blood clots, and heart failure. Caregivers should urge their older loved ones to live a good, cardiovascular-healthy lifestyle. To keep their blood pressure within a reasonable range, many older adults must make a few…
If you were asked to identify one weakness where your diet is concerned, what would you say? Numerous individuals, when asked, identified sugar as a problem. It’s tough to avoid sugar completely, even if you don’t particularly have a sweet tooth. These days, it seems that sugar is added to everything from processed foods to…
To age healthfully, vitamin D for you is absolutely crucial. Vitamin D deficiency can result when adults don’t get enough from their food or through sun exposure. Some of the symptoms of this condition include the following: Frailty Cognitive difficulties Nausea Muscle and joint pain Bone softening and more There is, however, a recommended dose…
An acai berry can be found in South and Central America and is a fruit that is purple in color. With its increasing popularity today, some may wonder whether eating acai has any benefits, especially for mature adults. Research has shown that acai berries are a type of superfood as they are densely packed with…
Many studies conducted have shown that isolation can significantly affect the mental and physical health of an individual advancing in age. Hence, it is important for them to socialize and take part in activities to keep their bodies and minds healthy. Here at Aston Gardens At Parkland Commons, we ensure that residents get ample time…