Obesity refers to when a person has a weight that is higher than what is considered healthy for their height. In particular, obesity is when there is too much fat accumulation in our body that it poses a risk to our health. One of the most common used measures of obesity is the Body Mass…
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Yoga might seem like an extremely intimidating practice, especially if all you have been exposed to are high-level poses like handstands or even headstands. However, there are many types of yoga. Whether you are looking for something that builds strength, flexibility, mindfulness, or even just to sweat it out in an intense exercise session, there…
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Keeping your loved one preoccupied can be a full-time job. When our loved ones retire, they may suddenly find that they have more time than they know what to do with. When this happens, it is important to find fun things to do otherwise there is the risk that they will grow restless and bored.…
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Hearing loss is hard to notice, even if you are looking for signs. These manifest through changes in you or your loved ones’ behavior. They can be small signs like having to constantly turn the volume of your electronics up higher or asking for someone else to repeat themselves one too many times. The appearance…
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Grandparents are one of the most important figures in the lives of our children. Not only do they help fill up the gap when you are busy with work, but they can also be your children’s biggest cheerleaders. Many countries celebrate this special day, however in the United States, Grandparents’ Day is on the first…
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As we get older, it is inevitable that our body changes and affects our ability to function as we used to. This can be extremely scary, especially when it affects the different senses that control the way we communicate with others. Hearing loss in particular can be a very overwhelming and isolating experience. Especially because…
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As the years advance, we may find ourselves or our loved ones experiencing memory loss and other brain problems. The truth is our brain cells do not work as they used to when we were young, and we are required to keep them stimulated and active. Unfortunately, many people are unable to do this, especially…
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Growing older brings about a new set of challenges that are hard to predict and vary from person to person. In some people, this can be because of medical conditions, whereas in others it can be due to the decline of cognitive abilities. Either way, basic day-to-day tasks that were once commonsensical can now be…
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Meditation is an age-old practice that has remained popular over the years. It is generally known as a set of techniques, thoughts, or practices that are designed to promote focused attention and a heightened state of awareness. Not only is it used recreationally, but it also has established uses in religious and psychotherapeutic techniques. Its…
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There is a common myth that aging adults require less sleep. However, this is not true, aging adults still need seven to eight hours of sleep per night to have adequate rest and be alert during the day. What is true is that older adults can feel a change in sleeping habits and patterns due…
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