Realistically, for people of all ages, part of a healthy diet includes dietary fiber. As people age, however, due to challenges with their weight, blood sugar levels, cholesterol levels, and constipation, fiber can be of particular assistance. Unfortunately, when it comes to healthy diets and this plant-based carbohydrate, not enough is being included for most…
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In an age where scams are running rampant, Medicare beneficiaries – numbering some 6 million – are no exception. Frauds or scammers are trying to steal information or defraud Medicare. Just last year, reports involving identity theft, fraud, or some other scam numbered approximately 2.4 million according to NBC, and Medicare scams accounted for roughly…
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If you are looking for a good spot to enjoy your retirement and at the same time a place that offers a convenient way of living, then it may be a good idea to consider retiring in Portage, Indiana. If you are already residing in Indiana, you may also want to consider making a move…
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Many of us look forward to retirement because we can finally relax and rest. However, once you finally retire, you might find yourself unsure of what to do with all the time you have. You may lose your sense of purpose and feel lonely and lost. Even the things you normally enjoy doing can become…
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An individual diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease may perform or mention something over and over again, such as repeating a question, activity, word, or undoing a task that they have just completed. In many cases, these individuals are likely looking for security, familiarity, and comfort. It can be heart-wrenching to see our loved ones struggle with…
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Simple day-to-day tasks can become more taxing as aging takes its toll on one’s body. For some seniors, this may affect their personal hygiene due to limited mobility or physical limitations, such as struggling to shower, inability to walk and maintain balance, or even using the toilet. This is worrying seeing as hygiene and health…
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Diet is a very important part of our lifestyle that can greatly affect our health. People often develop chronic diseases or health problems due to an unhealthy lifestyle and an unhealthy diet. Consistently having a diet and eating foods that are high in salt, sugar, oil, and fats could result in serious diseases such as…
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While growing older is constantly portrayed as this new and foreign stage in life, it is highly unlikely that we will experience drastic changes in the things that we need, enjoy, or value. For many people, having independence and the freedom to move around as we wish or need to are right at the top…
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When you retire, you may feel listless without a purpose and start withdrawing from society. This can be a great detriment to your physical, mental, and emotional health. That is why participating in purposeful activities like volunteering is the perfect chance to give older adults a goal in life after retirement. While volunteering, you can…
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Have you ever heard of aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is basically the usage of certain aromatic materials (such as essential oils) in order to produce certain pleasant smells that may improve psychological and physical well-being. Typically, the aromatic materials are dispersed through a diffuser and essential oils can be purchased online or at dedicated shops. Some supermarkets…
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