Providing care for a loved one is incredibly rewarding. However, it can take a toll on even the most resilient caregiver's own emotional and physical well-being. Here, we explore the ways to recognise Caregiver Stress and provide advice on how carers can ensure their own health and well-being is looked after. …
Diets To Protect Against Common Health Conditions
The food we put in our bodies has a huge impact on our overall health. Here we explore some common health conditions and the diets that can help. If you're looking to treat your health condition with a special diet, always consult your doctor first. They will be able to provide you with advice and ensure it doesn't affect any medications or other health conditions you may have. Alzheimer's And Cognitive Decline Certain foods are thought to improve brain function and lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease developing. The MIND diet is believed to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's …
New Year’s Resolutions For Older Adults
This week we wave goodbye to 2019 and move into the roaring 20's again! With the New Year comes the tradition of setting New Year's Resolutions. This isn't just an activity for the young - setting resolutions can have a positive impact on health for older people too. Therefore, we've put together our top resolutions for older adults: Ten Minutes Physical Exercise Per Day Exercise is one of the most common New Year's resolutions. Keeping active in senior years is key to remaining healthy and mobile, making this a great resolution for older adults. Aiming for 10 minutes physical …
Sleep Better: 5 Top Tips For Having A Healthy Sleep
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 …
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 …
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. …
