Aging doesn’t have to come with a decrease in activity for senior citizens. In fact, staying active is essential for seniors who want to maintain their independence and prevent injuries as they get older.

Playing sports is a great option for seniors who are looking for new ways to stay active. Along with providing a variety of physical health benefits, sports — team sports, in particular — also give seniors a chance to socialize and make new friends.

For seniors who are new to sports or have taken a long break from regular activity, these four low-impact options are a great place to start. [Read more…]

If you’re like most seniors, you’ve probably spent the majority of your life taking care of others — kids, grandkids, great-grandkids, etc. But, how much time do you dedicate to taking care of yourself?

Many older adults struggle when it comes to prioritizing self-care. Some think that they’re being selfish, while others simply don’t know where to begin.

No matter which camp you fall into, keep reading.

Listed below are five self-care tips that you can easily incorporate into your life without breaking the bank.

1. Enjoy Your Favorite Hobbies

What do you love to do? Read? Play golf? Create fun crafts? Whatever your favorite hobbies are, make sure you’re setting aside time every week — if not every day — to enjoy them without interruptions.

For some people, this is easier said than done. You may need to let your family know that at a certain time during the week, you’re not available.

Setting this boundary can be difficult, especially if your children or grandchildren are used to you always being available. But, if you’re firm in your decision and let them know why you’re blocking off time just for you, they’ll soon adjust. [Read more…]

We are living at a time when lifestyle diseases are prevalent and the leading cause of many deaths. These diseases are brought about by the kind of food we eat, things we interact with or how we conduct ourselves. Examples of such illnesses include cancer, diabetes, and heart conditions. One natural remedy to these conditions is engaging in regular physical activities.

Keeping your body worked will help eliminate certain elements that cause or trigger such conditions. You will find simple exercises to do at home like push-ups, squat jumps, and hip rotations while you can also go outside for some jogging. Gym exercises are also beneficial because you will find the right equipment you can use for different tasks you want to do. Regular physical activities will also help you attain muscle growth.

Weightlifting increases muscle size to certain levels while some people may opt for performance-enhancing supplements like boldenona for fast muscle gains. There are a couple of benefits that come with the use of these supplements. They also give one extra energy and endurance, which explains why they are popular among most athletes and sportspersons. [Read more…]

By Maricha Ellis

America’s aging population is rapidly growing and, with it, the insidious disease of opioid addiction.

Reports show that by 2030, there will be over 300 million more people over the age of 65 than there were in 2014. Further research shows that the number of older people who have at least four different long-term medical conditions is set to double by 2035 – increasing the likelihood that even more opioids will be prescribed to help seniors deal with the physical pain associated with their illnesses.

As a result, this demographic is currently experiencing the largest spike in opioid overdose deaths. Even more troubling is that drug addiction in this age group is often the hardest to detect, which is mostly due to isolation – as many in this age group have retired, live far away from family and/or have a diminishing social circle.

Here are three safety measures seniors (and their loved ones) should consider in order to avoid falling victim to opioid addiction, and safeguard against becoming a target of addicts.



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By Danielle Myers

With the number of adults living in senior communities predicted to double by the year 2030, senior living communities will continue to face new challenges and opportunities to enhance the resident experience. One of the ways senior communities are rising to meet these needs is through the integration of technologies that empower older adults to live secure, connected and purposeful lives. The benefits of these technologies are vast, promoting wellbeing, engagement and enhanced quality of life both inside and outside the residential communities.

Intergenerational + External Engagement

One of the most powerful benefits of technology is its ability to promote and enhance wellbeing by bringing people together – and nowhere is this more pronounced than in bridging the generational gap.   

New technologies make it easier than ever for seniors to live meaningful lives beyond the walls of their homes by facilitating opportunities for social interaction and participation in volunteer programming with local schools. Whether it is teaching, mentoring or simply sharing life experiences, these interactions stimulate friendships and the benefits extend across both demographics.

Studies have shown that seniors involved in intergenerational programs are more optimistic, feel less isolated, have greater social networks, report better health outcomes, and score better on cognitive tests. In addition to the physical and mental benefits seniors experience, intergenerational engagement has been directly linked to positive outcomes amongst children and young people who establish positive relationships with elders.



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Taking good care of your mental health and wellbeing as an older adult is just as crucial as keeping your physical health in check. You need to have your emotional and social needs met in order to avoid mental health issues such as boredom, isolation, loneliness, depression, and vulnerability that might trigger physical health issues.

The mind, after all, has a powerful hold over the body. Unlike physical ailments, however, it is not always easy to spot when a person is struggling with psychological problems which can pose greater health risks.

Mental Health and Seniors

According to the World Health Organization, at least 20 percent of adults above 60 years old develop some type of mental health issue due to lack of emotional and social support. The most common are depression, anxiety, feelings of self-harm, and substance abuse problems.

Some of the major emotional and social stressors for seniors include:

• Losing a friend or loved one due to death or relocation

• Experiencing isolation because the children have grown up and are living their own lives

• Feeling inadequate because of retirement from work and the absence of routine activities

• Feeling inadequate due to the loss of financial dependence as there is no more regular income coming in

• Feeling frustrated for being diagnosed with many ailments and the increasing need for maintenance medications

• Having difficulties in coping with physical changes due to aging, i.e. hearing loss

Impact of Social Interaction in Seniors

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By Bryce Wylde B.Sc. Hons., DHMHS

Feeling sluggish and bloated isn’t anyone’s idea of fun. If just eating a stalk of celery causes your tummy to stick out, read this before you give up wearing your favorite skinny jeans ever again. The villains may be FODMAPs, a category of short-chain carbohydrates that your body may have trouble digesting. Just as people who are intolerant to lactose or gluten avoid foods containing those ingredients, if you’re sensitive to FODMAPs, a low-FODMAP diet may help relieve your symptoms.

Many more foods are appearing on supermarket shelves labeled Low FODMAP. There’s also an app created by the FODMAP experts at Monash University to help you identify low-FODMAP foods and ingredients.

What’s a FODMAP?

The term FODMAP stands for Fermentable, Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols. FODMAP is much easier to remember! And if your body has trouble digesting FODMAPS in the upper part of your gut, they travel to your large intestine where they are fermented by your gut bacteria.

This fermentation process in turn causes your intestines to draw in water. It also creates hydrogen, carbon dioxide and methane gases, all of which can cause your intestines to expand. The result may be visible tummy expansion, bloating and other uncomfortable symptoms.

Healthcare professionals are finding that low-FODMAP diets may be useful for addressing symptoms of  Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) which is a condition of the intestines characterized by abdominal pain, cramping, gas, bloating and possibly constipation and/or diarrhea.



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