Malnutrition in older adults can lead to various health concerns, including: A weak immune system, which increases the risk of infections Poor wound healing Muscle weakness and decreased bone mass, which can lead to falls and fractures A higher risk of hospitalization An increased risk of death Factors Contributing to Malnutrition The causes of malnutrition […]
In recent years, the Health Promotion Board has developed dietary guidelines for children, adolescents, and adults. However, older adults have different nutritional requirements and require a separate set of guidelines. While there is plenty of tips on nutrition available in magazines and new media channels, not all of these are science-based and accurate. This set […]
Making healthy food choices is a smart thing to do—no matter how old you are! Your body changes through your 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond. Food provides nutrients you need as you age. Use these tips to choose foods for better health at each stage of life. 1. Drink plenty of liquids With age, you […]
If you are over 70 years old, some of your dietary needs differ from other populations. Your calorie needs decrease as you get older, yet you may need more of some key nutrients. How Many Calories The amount of calories you need depends on how physically active you are. The USDA defines a sedentary lifestyle […]
Specific food products can benefit those in elderly care homes and help them maintain their health and memory if they’re consumed as part of a healthy lifestyle. Eating a certain type of food will not help you cure a disease or prevent dementia, but a healthy diet packed with nutritious foods does have its benefits. […]
As you get older, your weakening immune system and diseases may require you to take medication. Sometimes, you will have to take a lot of them, and it can be potentially harmful if you do not know what they are for and what to expect when you are taking a lot of drugs. Hence, this […]
Obesity is a problematic health condition for millions of people around the world. It becomes the root of a myriad of severe health problems. For this reason, it is necessary that you know the ways you can develop it so you can avoid it and treat it if you should have it. Read on and […]
Diseases are not inevitable, and one of your primary defense against them is your immune system. Hence, it is crucial that you always keep it at its optimum state. There are many ways to achieve a healthy immune system. Below are eight things you can do to boost your defense against diseases. 1. Get a […]
If you or someone you know has rheumatoid arthritis, you are not alone. Each year, out of 100,000 people, 54 suffer from this specific type of arthritis alone. This is not a disease without hope. Although there is no formal cure, there are many different types of rheumatoid arthritis treatments used to make many symptoms […]
Some of the worst diseases that you can get are those that turn your immune system against you. There are diseases out there that will cause your body to betray itself, causing your white blood cells to damage other parts of your body because they get confused about what they are supposed to be going […]