Everybody knows how important a good night's sleep is. However, not all of us are getting this. Here are our top tips to help you get the best sleep possible every night. How much sleep do we need? A lack of quality sleep has significant impacts on health including higher rates of stroke, Alzheimer's disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. It also affects mental well-being causing higher rates of depression and anxiety and overall poor mood, energy and motivation. According to experts, the amount of sleep we need depends on age, gender and lifestyle. Age As we get …
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On This Day: Bette Davis Arrived In Hollywood
On December 23 1930, a 22-year-old Bette Davis arrived in Hollywood under contract to Universal Studios and began what would become a legendary career in film, television and theatre. A Career In Hollywood's Golden Age Bette Davis is regarded as one of the greatest actresses of all time and an icon of Hollywood's Golden Age. She is acclaimed for her idiosyncratic acting style, often portraying unsympathetic and neurotic characters. Bette Davis captivated audiences throughout her 60 year career with over 100 acting credits to her name. Her most well known performances include an …
Isolation And Loneliness In Later Life: Signs And Symptoms
The NHS reports that more than a million older people are lonely and cut off from society in this country. There are a number of reasons older people are more prone to isolation - it could be the loss of a spouse or partner, family moving away with busy lives of their own, ill health or a lack of resources to get out and about. If you are worried a friend or family member may be suffering from loneliness, here are some signs to look out for and ideas to help them. Signs Of Isolation Many elderly people will suffer loneliness in silence, so it can be hard to tell if a loved one is …
Eco-Friendly Ideas For A Green Christmas
Christmas can be a hard time to maintain an eco-friendly lifestyle. In the UK alone we produce around 30% more rubbish during the holiday season. Here are some ideas we've put together on how to have a more ethical, environmentally conscious time this festive season. Eco-Friendly Gifts With our binge-shopping culture, gifts are one of the largest sources of waste around Christmas time. That's why many Christmas shoppers are now opting for environmentally conscious gifts. Reusables Reusable items make great eco-friendly gifts and have the bonus of cutting down on the lucky …
Learn A New Language To Improve Cognition
Researchers agree that it is never too late to learn a new language! Many older adults are learning new languages to improve cognition and to keep the brain healthy in later life. Keep The Brain Healthy Experts in senior health advise that learning a new language helps to keep cognition healthy for longer and provides excellent regular exercise for the brain. Studies have shown that having a second language delays the age at which dementia can onset. A study of 648 Alzheimer's patients found that those who were bilingual developed dementia four to five years later, compared …
How Caring For A Pet Can Enrich Your Life
Caring for a pet can be a great comfort. They offer companionship and fun, and quickly become just like a member of the family. Health Benefits Research shows that caring for a pet has multiple health benefits. Owning a pet has been linked to lowered blood pressure and cholesterol, and fewer minor ailments such as cold and flu. A pet is also a great way to combat loneliness and feelings of isolation. Having a pet around the house has a very calming effect so is great for people suffering from anxiety and stress. Pets lower Cortisol, the stress-related hormone in the body. …
