We’ve all heard the old wives’ tales. Get a decent amount of “beauty sleep” and you will resist aging for longer. But are the stories true? According to new research, it appears so. While you’re off in dreamland, your skin, brain, and other organs are in fix-it mode. The cells get repaired so that they can function optimally for longer. This means fewer wrinkles, a stronger memory, and a healthier body. Knowing the importance of beauty sleep does not help you get it though. Next is the challenge to fall asleep and stay that way. Here are some tips to
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Get Your Immune System In Shape
Even though we think of summer as a healthy time of year, germs are still everywhere. Your grandchild who hugs you may have a cold. That grocery store clerk who rang up your veggies may have just gotten over the stomach flu. We never know when we will next become ill. A great way to ensure that your body is ready to fight those germs off is to get your immune system in shape. Here are some ways that you can do just that, according to nytimes.com: Eat foods with antioxidants. Antioxidants protect cells from molecules that can be damaging.
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Being a Senior in Youth-Centric America
It’s no secret that the U.S. values youth. You just have to look at the advertisements. The women who are pushing anti-wrinkle, anti-gray hair, and anti-aging products are all probably in their early 30’s. And some are younger. For a long time, seniors were generally seen not to have as much value once they stopped working. Many were tucked away in nursing homes while the younger generation got on with their busy lives. Sad and alone, the elderly had only each other to rely on. But being a senior in today’s society is starting to involve more independence and freedom. According
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The Secret to Eating Right for a Senior
As people age, they need less food to keep them going. This makes food choices even more imperative. Gone are the days where you can get away with eating a slice of cake for lunch or a no-veggie dinner. Balance and variety are keys to any senior’s diet. Here are some tips to eating well as you age: 1. Protein. Protein is essential for a healthy body. It is found in large amounts in meats, dairy, beans, and tofu. If you have a portion of meat that is the size of a deck of cards, that is 50% of your daily
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Who Else Wants To Connect With Family And Friends?
A senior who maintains his independence by living at home can often get lonely over time, especially if medical conditions are involved. But he can still connect with family and friends every day by simply using Skype or another free video calling site. Here are five ways a senior can use Skype to avoid loneliness. 1. Have a daily conversation with a friend about current events. With video calls, it feels like you are talking face-to-face with someone in the room. So, set up Skype, grab a newspaper, and discuss what happened around town or around the world. 2. Connect with the
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4 Tips to Make a Senior-Friendly Garden
Gardening is one of the most popular leisure activities. For many, it can be relaxing, grounding, and emotionally fulfilling. However, some seniors may feel that they have to give up their favorite hobby as they become less able to tend their garden. Here are a few tips to create a senior-friendly garden that everyone can enjoy. 1. Pick the right tools. Consider the length of the tools that are chosen. Long or curved handles may provide a sturdier place to grip. And choosing a brightly colored watering can or trowel will help the senior better locate the items and avoid falls.
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If You Can Point, You Can Surf
From Facebook to email, from dot com to hashtag, the Internet can be an intimidating place for seniors. But with advent of tablets, seniors can surf the web without as much trepidation. Lend them your iPad or Kindle and point them to these websites that are specially designed with seniors in mind. Just watch out; you may not get your tablet back! GrandmaBetty.com: This granny compiles every bit of information a senior might like to know. GrandmaBetty.com curates articles and sites from around the web that pertain to seniors, and then puts them into easy-to-manage categories. From recipes to genealogy, she
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Three Common Myths about Dehydration
Summer is the time of sunshine, fun outside, and barbecues. It is also the most common time of dehydration. Here are some myths surrounding dehydration. “I’ll know if I’m dehydrated.” Many people think that the main symptom of dehydration is thirst, so they will know they are dehydrated when they get really thirsty. Although thirst is a major symptom, other signs such as headaches, nausea, and drowsiness can be overlooked. If you have a headache in the summertime, try drinking some extra fluids. You may just be dehydrated. “Hydrating is all about drinking water.” Depending on what you eat, you
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What Every Senior Should Know About Kitchen Fires
Kitchen fires are dangerous, frightening, and can be very sudden. A pot that has been left on the stove for too long can shortly become a ball of flame that can spread throughout the home. Here are five tips to reduce the risk of fires in the senior’s home. Set a timer. Anyone can be forgetful. We set some tea to boil, go to water the flowers, and completely forget that we ever turned on the stove. If you set a timer for 5 minutes once you turn on the stove, you will never forget to turn off the burner.
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Survey Says Seniors are Generally Happier
Are seniors the happiest age group? According to one study, it certainly appears that way! Participants spanning in age from 21 to 73, were asked to do a survey about their happiness, stress, and anxiety every day for two weeks. The results were that seniors were generally happier and less stressed. They even had less anxiety about shooting self-videos every day as part of the survey. What’s more is that the seniors felt more comfortable with the emotions they were feeling. While the younger generations felt guilty for feeling stressed and anxious, the seniors accepted their emotions. That alone could
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