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…
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…
So, you’ve planned an entire day out with your loved ones. Maybe you were thinking about having a picnic outdoors, a day at the beach, or a simple walk in the park. However, the weather may have different plans and you may find your entire itinerary upended thanks to some stormy weather. In situations like…
Who doesn’t occasionally crave the odd candy bar or savory snack every now and then? Even older individuals have cravings, and these can be perfectly normal and little cause of concern. However, it is important to note that many older individuals may also have other medical conditions that may be affected by the consumption of…
As we age, it is perfectly normal to begin experiencing dips in the quality of our hearing capabilities. Age-related hearing loss (also known as presbycusis) is extremely common for most individuals but may often go undetected for many years. Hearing loss does not just mean that you hear things softer, but it may also affect…
