To live long, healthy lives, seniors need to adopt a number of habits, including remaining physically active. Even seniors who have been living sedentary lifestyles can still benefit by making the effort to become fit. For seniors embarking on physical fitness journeys, here are several tips that might be helpful.  1. Start Slowly When starting…

A warm and hearty homemade soup can be a welcome meal during the colder months. However, many seniors have specific dietary restrictions because of various health conditions. Luckily, there are many soups you can make that meet your senior loved one’s special dietary needs.  Soups with Healthy Fats Though your loved one may be on…

Good nutrition is vital for every age group, but seniors in particular need to pay special attention to their nutritional needs. The right dietary choices can boost a senior’s health and prevent a host of serious conditions, and eating more whole grains is a great place to start. Here are a few of the reasons…

Diet becomes increasingly important with age. If your senior loved one isn’t already focused on including more nutritious foods in his or her diet, it’s never too late to start. Many nutritional experts believe walnuts are one of the healthiest snacks a senior can eat. Here are a few of the benefits your loved one…

Good nutrition is an important part of healthy aging. If your senior loved one loses his or her appetite, nutritional deficiencies can quickly develop if he or she fails to eat enough nutrient-dense foods. Here are some reasons your loved one may lose his or her appetite and what you can do about it.  1.…

Gardening is one of the healthiest activities seniors can participate in. Getting out in the sun, being active, and reaping the tasty and nutritional benefits are all solid reasons your senior loved one should consider gardening as a hobby. Here are some specific physical benefits your loved one can gain. Vitamin D New studies suggest…

Exercising is vital to a senior’s cognitive health and physical wellbeing. However, adding the most complicated activities to your aging loved one’s workout routine could increase the risk of injuries and severe accidents. Therefore, you should promote safe exercises and encourage your loved one to avoid the physical activities listed below.  1. Running Stairs Going…