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Admit it. One of the most feared changes in life is getting old. But, it is an established fact that each one of us will be like one someday. Nevertheless, regardless of age, one has to stay healthful and physically fit. The following are 10 ways on how to stay fit and healthy at 60. Choose less acidic foods; eat more alkaline foods, instead. Other than alteration in the digestion process in older individuals, too much acidity can cause reduce absorption of calcium in foods. In similar manner, grandmothers and grandfathers are also advised to only eat lighter meals so that they are easier to digest. Experts prefer 6 small, frequent meals for older people. Do exercise. A perfect exercise for older people is resistance training. Resistance training works by preventing muscle wasting, since normally, older people are at greater risk of losing muscle mass. Do resistance training approximately three times a week reduce spine fracture risk. On top of that, walk daily. One essential th

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common ailments that plague the people who are more than 45 years of age. Usually the women are more prone to suffer from osteoarthritis after they go through the menopause. The osteoarthritis is a joint disorder in which the joints become inflamed because of degeneration of the cartilages. The cartilage is a kind of soft tissue that makes a soft cushion between the two bones of the joint and lubricates the bones so that they can slide over each other during the movement. When the cartilages wear out due to some reason or the other, the bones rub against each other since there is no lubrication. The friction that is caused due to the rubbing of the bones causes swelling and pain at the joints. The bones try to repair the damages caused and in the process create a new growth on the bone that is known as the osteophytes. This new growth can also cause a lot of discomfort and pain while also limiting the mobility. There are many signs that warn a

For many people dealing with Alzheimer's or Dementia, the gradual loss of memory can not only be worrisome, but can be downright dangerous. While families try to help loved ones stay as independent as possible, there often comes a time when those suffering with memory loss need more help than loved ones can provide. If you've been trying to decide if assisted living is the right choice for your family, here are five benefits to professional memory care that may help you make your decision: 1.Meals It's not unusual for those with memory issues to forget to feed themselves. Even if a loved one ensures that the kitchen is stocked, some patients simply forget to eat. On the other hand, some patients forget that they have already eaten, and eat again; often consuming double or triple necessary calories. In either case, eating issues can lead to weight loss or gain, illness and, in the case of weight gain, mobility issues. An assisted living facility will make sure that you

The decision to transition from living independently to living in an assisted living situation can be a difficult one for the elderly. Many times the elderly are not prepared to face this decision because of perceptions that this transition marks the beginning of the end with the loss of hard won independence and dignity and respect. With a good plan and honest discussion, the elderly and their children can prepare many years beforehand to decide when should be a good time to consider an assisted living option. Assisted living is not the same as being in a nursing home, and with good planning, it is an excellent option to consider. Assisted living can be called by a number of other names. These include residential care, board and care, congregate care, adult care homes, adult group homes, alternative care facilities, and sheltered housing. They all provide the same essential services, which is a daily level of support for everyday activities while allowing the elderly to maintain t

I like to share health related updates and news with people having interest in medical field. Also, spending quality time with consumer health information journals at library and visiting health prospective seminars. Occasionally, I write about aged care home and services which will be significant to the relevant community. Over the next 10 to 20 years, Queensland is projecting that 15 per cent of their total population will be people over the age of 65. Many towns have already reached critical capacity with the elderly populations in major cities like Brisbane expected to reach critical levels within the next 10 years. It has become a concern as to whether or not the territory will have the resources needed to take care of the elderly population. Because of this, in home services for the elderly are becoming a popular choice for the elderly. These services provide many benefits and are great alternatives to elderly homes. Independence The most significant benefit of in home aged