Tai Chi for Seniors with Dementia

Tai Chi for Seniors with Dementia

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Tai chi for seniors with dementia provides both mental and physical benefits to those experiencing cognitive decline.    According to a 2014 review from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: Tai Chi shows potential to enhance cognitive function in older adults, particularly in the realm of executive functioning and in individuals without significant impairment. Larger and methodologically sound trials with longer follow-up periods are needed before more-definitive conclusions can be drawn.   This article will…

How to Keep Seniors Hydrated During a Heatwave

How to Keep Seniors Hydrated During a Heatwave

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It’s important to know how to keep seniors hydrated. Dehydration is something that can be dangerous or even life-threatening at any age. However, as we age, our risk for complications relating to dehydration increase exponentially. Many factors could contribute to seniors’ tendency to dehydrate more quickly than when they were younger. As we age, our body’s water composition lessens as muscle mass shrinks and fat replaces it. Muscle is comprised of about 80% water and…

Heat Stress in Seniors - What is It and How to Prevent It

Heat Stress in Seniors – What It Is and How to Prevent It

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Heat stress in seniors is real.    Heat emergencies and heat-related illnesses can happen to any age group, but seniors are more susceptible to their decreased ability to self-regulate body temperature.    The summer heat can bring on several health risks for seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease, including dehydration and heat exhaustion. This is because the body becomes more sensitive to hot temperatures during the disease process as it tries to cope with changes in memory…

Vitamin D and Sun to Fight Stress and Alzheimer's

Stress and Alzheimer’s Disease – Stress Management for Seniors

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The link between stress and Alzheimer’s disease is an essential consideration for family members of seniors with cognitive decline. Research has shown that there is a correlation between stress and the progression of the disease. This means that taking care of one’s mental health can potentially help delay or even prevent the onset of dementia symptoms. Due to the pandemic, people are experiencing record levels of stress. In a survey from September 2020, data shows…

Health Benefits of Being Outdoor for Seniors

17 Health Benefits of Being Outdoors for Seniors

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When you think of being outdoors, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe you imagine being in a park, getting some fresh air, or being on vacation. However, some people don’t think about the health benefits of being outside for seniors. The outdoors are being called “the new seniors’ gym” by researchers. Spending more time outside not only helps senior health – it may even be the key to a long life!…

How a Lack of Sleep May Cause Alzheimer's Disease

Sleep and Aging – How Lack of Sleep is Connected to Alzheimer’s Disease

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Is there a connection between sleep and aging well? It is a common misconception that seniors with Alzheimer’s require less sleep as their condition progresses. In fact, it is often the opposite. As people age, their natural circadian rhythms change, leading to an increase in nighttime wakefulness and insomnia. This lack of sleep can be detrimental to health in general and may even accelerate the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Sleep deprivation has also been linked…