Health
How can you help your parent stay well for as long as possible and find their way through a complex health system?
Achieving better sleep and why it matters
Sleep or lack of it is a topic that worries many of us, and it seems to get harder to achieve good quality sleep as we get older. This is a bit of a problem for our health. It’s suggested that as well as contributing to numerous health issues, such as chronic challenges such as […]
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Why is Vitamin B12 deficiency a concern for older people?
I have for some time noticed a Facebook friend complaining about the difficulty she’s experiencing getting her Vitamin B12 injections. I rather assumed this must be for a specific condition that she lives with, and let it pass me by. But now I’ve discovered that Vitamin B12 is actually really important, as it’s one of […]
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What’s new in improving brain health and challenging dementia?
Every week we receive news in our inbox around identifying risk factors in mental health and possible ways to avoid them. Here’s our round-up of recent research and thoughts around cognitive health in general and dementia in particular. Causes and diagnosis Widely reported in the media was the story that researchers in Canada had found […]
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The importance of maintaining an active mind
Collaborative Post What is brain health? As the World Health Organisation defines it, ‘brain health is the state of brain functioning across cognitive, sensory, social-emotional, behavioural and motor domains’. In other words, brain health governs our ability to think, feel, move and act. We talk a lot about heart health and the condition of other […]
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Can Easter food treats be good for you?
Many of those moving into middle and later life will be used to finding that the food and drink we enjoy are bad for us. Guilt can be this time become something of a way of life. So it’s reassuring to find an industry expert who believes that chocolate eggs, hot cross buns and Simnel […]
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Tee Time Wellness: Exploring the Therapeutic Benefits of Golf for Seniors
Collaborative Post Golf is not only a sport but also a recreational activity that has many health benefits, especially for elderly people. In addition to the physical component of golf, playing on a golf course can also be a means of contributing to overall wellness and a way of improving the quality of life of […]
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Strength Training for Seniors: Staying Active and Independent
Collaborative Post Strength training is a vital component of overall health and well-being, regardless of age. For seniors, maintaining muscle strength, bone density, and functional fitness is especially crucial for promoting independence and enhancing quality of life. Incorporating weight plates into a senior’s fitness routine can offer numerous benefits, helping them stay active, mobile, and […]
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A Guide to Cycling over 50
Collaborative Post You’re never too old to get back in the saddle, whether you’re returning after a period of absence or giving cycling a try for the first time. It’s only natural that you might have some concerns about cycling in your 50s, from declining muscle mass to increased pressure on your joints. After all, […]
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Where are we with the assisted dying debate in the UK?
Assisted dying is naturally a controversial subject. On the one hand, people would like to be able to help those suffering great pain with only more pain to endure in the future by enabling them to carry out their wish to end that suffering. And to do so without fear of prosecution. On the other, […]
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Age-Defying Confidence: Understanding Nonsurgical Cosmetic Procedures for Seniors
Collaborative Post ‘Ageing is a fact of life, looking your age is not’ Dr. Howard Murad Age-related skin changes start in 30s, and by 40s, they are quite evident. The low estrogen levels of menopause mean decreased collagen production, resulting in skin thinning, loss of elasticity and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Although […]
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