Food is a universal love language that transcends every societal and cultural difference. Everyone looks to travel the world in search of new foods to try, and many cultures do define themselves based on the food that they cook. Food is one of the more important factors to ensure good health, but eating healthy is…
Whilst we may crave the warmth of the summer sun during cold and rainy days, it is just as important to remember that whilst the summer months bring us plenty of warmth and bloom, it is also associated with high temperatures that may be especially dangerous for older individuals. In this article, we cover some…
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to keep our bodies in good shape. Being physically active is already a challenge for most people, and it is especially so for older bedbound individuals where even the simplest movement can be extremely taxing on the body. If you have a family member who feels this way,…
Good nutrition is an important aspect of aging well. One of the key aspects of good nutrition for people advancing in age is having an adequate amount of vitamin B12 in their bodies. We all need this vitamin, known as cobalamin, to create parts of our DNA, keep our nerve cells working, and make red…
Most people who are 65 years of age and older understand the importance of exercise and fitness, yet many of them still choose not to do it. Part of the reason for this is that many assume that exercise is too difficult, or that they’re too old for it, which couldn’t be further from the…
Many issues will arise as we age, and this is something nobody can deny. Our bodies get weaker, our hearing starts to weaken and our eyesight starts to blur as well. While a handful of the population will have eyesight issues from young, the severity of it may increase as one ages. Eyecare is very…
Among the best form of recreation available to us are sports. There are various forms of sports, ranging from team-based (such as soccer) to individual (like badminton). You will find that different sports require different kinds of physical intensities. For instance, golf or archery can be considered a fairly relaxing past-time. On the other hand,…
Malnutrition is one of the biggest problems amongst the elderly as the American population ages. It is essential for adults advancing in age to get the nutrients their body needs to stay strong and healthy, especially for those that have pre-existing health conditions like a chronic disease or sickness. Here at Rittenhouse Village At Portage,…