Not only does a gym for seniors provide all the benefits of other gyms, but they also offer a wide range of senior exercise programs, ideal for those beginning a new exercise routine or those who have been active for a while.
Whole Grains Aid in Battling Heart Disease
In the world of nutrition, Carbohydrates make up a large portion of your daily serving requirements. But all carbs are not created equal; it can get a little tricky when deciding which ones are the safest and healthiest for your body. We constantly hear about...
Don’t Wait When It Comes to Matters of the Heart
Octogenarian Mary V. lives alone in her home in Marble, North Carolina. Her children, though they live close by, can’t be there for her all the time and were worried about something happening to her when they were not around. So, the day after Christmas 2014, her son,...
Want to Improve Balance? Play Catch.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, falls are pretty common for people over the age of 65. In fact, 1 out of every 3 people over 65 experiences a fall each year. But a fall is much more than a result of aging, it can be indicative of a person’s overall...
Caregiver Resource: RightTransitions Post-Hospital Care
In an effort to help people become proactive rather than reactive as they age, we’re continuing our Caregiver Resource Series with an article from Jeff Vavricek, Vice President of Programs and Services for Right at Home. In addition to offering in-home senior care to...
Have Researchers Found A New Way to Live Longer?
You might have heard that taking a low-dose of aspirin daily can help prevent a heart attack because it thins the blood. But a new study from researchers at Texas A&M University, College Station, found that ibuprofen might actually help to keep you living longer....
