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By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on February 17, 2022

Table of Content1 1. Fatty Fish2 2. Heart-Healthy Oils3 3. Turmeric4 4. Cherries5 5. Green Tea Fighting arthritis is a multipronged endeavor. One of the best things seniors and their caregivers can do is implement a diet plan designed to alleviate and prevent joint inflammation. Following are five foods aging adults can consume to maintain …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on February 3, 2022

may be helpful for seniors with Parkinson’s disease. A randomized controlled trial reported that individuals who consumed the equivalent of four cups of coffee per day had significant increases in their ability to move. Sleepiness Seniors with Parkinson’s disease often experience difficulty sleeping, resulting in excessive daytime sleepiness. In a study published in Neurology, researchers set out …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on January 20, 2022

Table of Content1 1. Too Much Alcohol and Caffeine2 2. Daytime Naps3 3. Exercising Before Bedtime4 4. Medications5 5. Bad Mattress6 6. Smoking Poor sleep quality can impact your aging loved one’s health and negatively affect the ability to live independently. However, there are steps you can take to prevent this from happening, starting with …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on December 9, 2021

Table of Content1 1. Whole Grains2 2. Fruits3 3. Beans & Nuts4 4. Vegetables5 5. Poultry6 6. Seafood7 7. Gluten-Free Beverages Celiac disease is mostly associated with children and young adults, but seniors are being diagnosed with celiac disease more frequently. Since there’s no medication that can treat this disease, your elderly loved one will …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on November 18, 2021

Table of Content1 Classic Toe Touches 2 Yoga Postures3 Overhead Stretches & Shoulder Stretches4 Hamstring Stretches Although exercise might be the last thing most seniors with fibromyalgia want to think about, regular stretching is highly recommended. Starting and sticking to a stretching routine can increase overall mobility and make it possible for your elderly loved one …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on November 4, 2021

Medicare fraud is an ever-growing problem that’s estimated to cost the government up to $60 billion every year. Fraud is so rampant that it accounts for anywhere from 3 percent to 12 percent of all Medicare spending. Millions of seniors experience Medicare fraud and identity theft every year. As a family caregiver, it’s important to …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on October 7, 2021

Table of Content1 1. Food2 2. Water3 3. Exercise4 4. Sleep5 5. Vaccinations As we get older, it becomes more difficult for our bodies to fight off disease as the result of our weakening immune systems. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to boost senior immunity. Check out the following immune system boosters so you can …