One way seniors can deal with their chronic pain is through swimming. Here are the benefits of the activity for their condition.

Do you want to create heart-healthy meals? Add herbs! Check these five herb-rich recipes that are good for your heart.

For those managing diabetes, Lent can be a time of worry and uncertainty. Here are strategies you can do to help you manage diabetes while still being mindful and honoring the spiritual aspect of the season.

Some seniors may suffer from depression and lethargy and more often than not, that causes them to neglect their personal hygiene. Here's how you can help.

Learn why oral hygiene is important for seniors suffering from diabetes, the risks associated with poor oral hygiene, and how to promote good oral hygiene at home for seniors.

As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it's time to start thinking about flu season, which typically occurs from October to May. For seniors, this time of year can be especially dangerous.

Breast cancer can be a very scary topic that most people don't want to discuss. Getting regular checkups is the only way to look out for any visible changes in your breasts.

Recreation plays a significant role in seniors' health as those who participate in recreational activities have a higher quality of life than those who lead sedentary lifestyles. They develop positive coping mechanisms that help them handle stress and frustrations. As a result, they have a lower risk of diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and mental health issues. During autumn, seniors can engage in various hobbies to extend their lifespans and keep their minds alert.

To have a creature that relies on you entirely and completely is something that many people experience at some point in their life. Most people experience this as a result of becoming a parent, but others find this fulfillment in pet ownership. Senior Helpers Santa Rosa Wine Country can help you look at the emotional and psychological benefits of dog ownership for seniors. 

The ketogenic diet involves low or zero carbohydrates, and high fat, high protein. Because the brain runs on glucose exclusively (unlike your muscles and other body tissues that can burn fat), the brain has no capacity to do this. One aspect of aging is the gradual (sometimes rapid) progress to reduced insulin sensitivity of the cells.

The coming Tsunami of Care Needs for Seniors in the US The burden of care for persons with Dementia falls mainly on the immediate family. This burden, already significant is forecast to grow substantially over coming years, and developed countries will almost certainly face a huge problem due to the confluence of a number of factors. The sheer growth in those expected to be diagnosed with dementia is daunting plus the at risk population – already large will also expand.