Health
How can you help your parent stay well for as long as possible and find their way through a complex health system?
Natural Remedies for Muscle Pain Relief
Collaborative Post Muscle pain in our loved elderly is something we all hate to see them suffer through – it stops them from being able to do so much that they would love to do. And most of the time, this impact extends to their family members and caretakers. So for anyone, whether they’re a […]
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Supplementary Cancer Treatments to Explore
Collaborative Post Cancer treatment has come a long way. Through treatments like surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, many cancers can be successfully removed. While these are still your best options for beating the ‘big C’, there are options out there that can be great supplementary forms of treatment. Below are some of the treatments currently […]
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Managing grief without employer support
At some stage in our lives we are likely to have to deal with grief, and as our parents age that time moves closer. Yet while employers are charged with implementing policies for a whole raft of situations, some do not seem to know how to support those who are grieving – or even concede […]
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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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