Senior citizens are at a much higher risk of being injured in a fall accident, because of age-related physical changes that make it harder for them to retain balance and avoid falls. A new study actually finds that many of these fall accidents can be linked to the medications that senior citizens take. According to the study that was conducted …
Study: Malnutrition Is Surprisingly High among Seniors
There is no denying that a good diet is key to optimum physical and mental health and overall well-being. However, far too many seniors are malnourished, and suffer from poor physical health. According to a recent study, many seniors, especially those living in assisted living facilities, suffer from malnutrition. The study was based on an analysis of ER patients above …
Exercise Benefits and Tips for Seniors
Senior Exercise Benefits Exercise benefits everyone, but seniors are especially likely to enjoy better physical, mental and cognitive health when they are on a regular fitness program. An exercise program that focuses on strength training and balance exercises can help a senior avoid the kind of deadly fall accidents that are very common as a person ages. An exercise program …
Do Seniors Need Additional Health Supplements?
Many seniors are on a program of vitamins to supplement their balanced diet. However, those vitamins may not be as necessary as you think. As a person ages, his appetite is likely to drop, and there may be other physiological changes that cause a person to eat lesser than before. As a result, many seniors begin taking nutritional and herbal …