
Nutrition
- The Best Foods for Middle-Aged People
“As we get older, nutrition rules change – or at least get stricter…” (Lynne Peeples, Health magazine). Read full article http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20503533,00.html
- Nutrition Needs in Women Over 40
“When you hit 40, your nutritional needs begin to shift, and you must consider whether your current diet will support good health over the long haul.” (Paula Martinac, Demand Media)
http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/nutrition-needs-women-over-40-5105.html
- Can We Prevent Aging?
Views on aging are also changing. Disease and disability were once considered an inevitable part of growing older, but that is no longer true. While aging does put us at greater risk for health issues, many older adults can be healthy and active well into their advancing years. (National Institute on Aging)
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/can-we-prevent-aging
- A look at how – and if – we can delay aging, naturally
These days, there is a plethora of alternative treatments touted as anti-aging remedies from “magical” fruits, wrinkle-erasers, memory enhancers, and other supplements to special diets, and physiologic purification to remove toxins from the body. But can you really turn back the hands — or crow’s feet — of time? Here’s what the experts have to say. (Denise Mann, WebMD)
http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/aging-gracefully-naturally
- 7 Health Challenges of Aging
WebMD talked to experts about the major health issues. While some diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and certain cancers, continue to confound researchers, a great number can be prevented, forestalled, or minimized with a healthy lifestyle and regular health screenings. (Leanna Skarnulis, WebMD)
http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/aging-health-challenges
- Nutrition for older persons
Many of the diseases suffered by older persons are the result of dietary factors, some of which have been operating since infancy. These factors are then compounded by changes that naturally occur with the ageing process.
http://www.who.int/nutrition/topics/ageing/en/
- 6 Vital Nutrition Tips for Aging Adults
“As people age, their diets may need to change, especially if their diets are not well-balanced. Generally, doctors will recommend a well-balanced diet for older adults, meaning that they should eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, proteins and whole grains to maintain and improve overall health. According to Ruth Frechman, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, in addition to eating a healthful variety of foods, there are specific things a caregiver can incorporate into their their loved one’s diet to boost his or her health.” (Emilee Seltzer, Agingcare.com)
https://www.agingcare.com/Articles/nutrition-tips-for-elderly-health-and-diets-137053.htm
- Fortifying Your Memory With Supplements
Memory loss worries many of us as we get older. You might wonder whether you’ll become one of the 10 million baby boomers who develops Alzheimer’s disease. Or, maybe you’re simply seeking ways to fortify your memory with memory supplements, memory vitamins, or memory games. (Annie Stuart, WebMD)
- Vitamin E – A Proven Alzheimer’s Breakthrough
Researchers announced the results of a clinical trial of vitamin E in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease, and their findings may well revolutionize our approach to treating Alzheimer’s, a disease affecting more than 5.4 million Americans. (David Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified neurologist and Fellow of the American College of Nutrition)
http://www.drperlmutter.com/vitamin-e-proven-alzheimers-breakthrough/
- Omega-3 fish oil supplements can improve cardiovascular health of healthy seniors
Fish oil is one of the most popular dietary supplements in the U.S. because of the perceived cardiovascular benefits of the omega-3 it contains. However, scientific findings on its effectiveness have been conflicting. New research in Physiological Reports supports the claims for seniors, reporting that taking omega-3 fish oil supplements every day can improve the cardiovascular health of healthy seniors after 12 weeks of use. (American Physiological Society)
- 6 Supplements for Heart Health
Supplements can help your bones, your muscles, and many other parts of your body. What about your heart? Research shows that some of them may help lower cholesterol, improve blood pressure, and other things that put you at risk for heart disease. It’s unclear, though, if they help prevent heart attacks, strokes, and other problems. (WebMD)
http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/lifestyle-guide-11/supplements-heart-healthy?page=2
- The right supplements can help control joint pain
Like many people with arthritis joint pain, you may have considered taking vitamins and supplements that promise to ease joint pain. And it’s true — the right ones could offer greater control of osteoarthritis (OA) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) joint pain.
(Jeanie Lerche Davis, WebMD)
- Green mussels ‘can relieve the pain of arthritis’: Extract from the variety can ease pain and stiffness by a third
Arthritis sufferers had pain and stiffness relieved by more than 30 per cent using an extract from green lipped mussels, say researchers.
The greatest rate of improvement came in the first two weeks, according to a new trial. (Jenny Hope, Daily Mail)
- Health supplements for joints and bones (NUH)
- Supplements for Vision and Healthy Eyes
You may have heard about recent research suggesting that certain nutrients can help delay or prevent eye problems and disease. You may also have heard a lot of claims for over-the-counter (OTC) vision supplements containing these nutrients — and claims for others that have not been tested in clinical studies.
So what should you believe? What can you do to protect your eye health and eyesight using vision. (Rand Eye Institute)
- Vitamin D
Vitamin D is needed for healthy bones and muscles, especially in children and the elderly. There is growing evidence that vitamin D may reduce the risk of some types of cancer, particularly colorectal and breast cancers. Experts are now concerned that many people are not getting enough vitamin D. (Canada Cancer Society)
http://www.cancer.ca/en/prevention-and-screening/live-well/vitamin-d/?region=on
Safe Supplement Consumption:
Pay attention to what the supplement does, and make sure you really need it. Ask your doctor which supplement will meet your nutrition needs. Always consult your health professionals before using any health or herbal supplements especially if you have existing medical conditions or are taking conventional medications.
- Seniors — Beef it up to prevent muscle loss
It is a simple fact. As we age we lose muscle and strength. There’s even a medical term for this — sarcopenia. (Jennifer Nelson, Mayo Clinic)
- Do All Elders Need Geriatric Care?
Whether your parent should see a geriatrician is based more on their individual healthcare needs. Two seniors both aged 70 may have very different degrees of disability or illness: one may have no problems at all, while the other may have serious health concerns. (Marlo Sollitto, AgingCare.com)
https://www.agingcare.com/Articles/Do-elders-need-specialized-geriatric-care-135923.htm
- 3 Things All Patients Want: To Be Safe, Pain Free and Content
We talk about these three concerns often on Memory People. I came up with these three things because as a patient, I want to be safe, pain free, and content. We all do. Find out what it means to be safe, pain free and content from a patient point-of-view
https://www.agingcare.com/Articles/3-Things-All-Patients-Want-To-Be-Safe-Pain-Free-and-Content-190132.htm?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20-%20November%2014,%202015
- Caregiver’s guide to coping with dementia
Dementia is an illness that leads to the decline of the brain and one’s abilities in judgement, language and planning. In many cases, the person with dementia may also exhibit difficult behaviour. The illness is a significant challenge facing our ageing society. (Sng Yan Ling. Centre Head at the Centre of Excellence for Healthy Mind, Health Promotion Board)
http://www.ezyhealth.com/magazine/living-with-dementia/
- My Elderly Parent Has Dementia: What Activities Can We Do?
Caregivers for the elderly with dementia often find that coming up with activities for the elder can require much thought and effort. But they are vital to your parent’s health and well-being. (Emilee Seltzer, AgingCare.com)
- 10 Easy Ways to Boost Brain Power in Seniors
Forget almost everything you have been taught over the years about the aging human brain. Almost 70 years ago, a scientist declared that the aging brain diminished in memory, agility, and functionality while increasing in senility. Without much challenge, this theory was accepted for decades and taught as fact.
In reality, more recent studies have shown that the aging brain can continue to function actively and effectively if we recognize its needs for nutrition, challenge, reducing stress, exercise and more. “Use it or lose it,” say authors Alan D. Bragdon and David Gamon, Ph.D., in their book by the same title. (Leonard J. Hansen, AgingCare.com)
https://www.agingcare.com/Articles/Improve-brain-function-agility-memory-in-elders-133301.htm
- Your Guide to Life As An Alzheimer’s Caregiver
This FREE eBook will be emailed to you immediately; it is the most thorough guide on caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. (Agingcare.com)
https://www.agingcare.com/eBook/Alzheimers?ebs=channel
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- The importance of exercise as you get older
Many adults aged 65 and over spend, on average, 10 hours or more each day sitting or lying down, making them the most sedentary age group.
They’re paying a high price for their inactivity, with higher rates of falls, obesity, heart disease and early death compared with the general population. (NHS UK)
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/fitness/Pages/activities-for-the-elderly.aspx
- Exercise Tips to Get Fit and Stay Fit as You Grow Older
As you grow older, an active lifestyle is more important than ever. Regular exercise can help boost energy, maintain your independence, and manage symptoms of illness or pain. Exercise can even reverse some of the symptoms of aging. And not only is exercise good for your body, it’s also good for your mind, mood, and memory.
(Lawrence Robinson, Melinda Smith, M.A., and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D., HelpGuide.org)
http://www.helpguide.org/articles/exercise-fitness/exercise-and-fitness-as-you-age.htm
- Falls and Fractures
A simple thing can change your life—like tripping on a rug or slipping on a wet floor. If you fall, you could break a bone, like thousands of older men and women do each year. A broken bone might not sound awful. But, for older people, a break can be the start of more serious problems. (National Institute on Aging)
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/falls-and-fractures
- Home Safety Tips
Falls can lead to serious injuries especially for the elderly and the children. Hence, making the home a safer environment for all is important. Understanding how to make your house safer can help to prevent unnecessary falls and injuries to your loved ones.
https://www.ktph.com.sg/hllibrary/display/650/home_safety_tips__general_
- Concern.sg
This is a guide to all things at the intersection of Elderly, Singapore and social change. Links to key people, organizations , services and support networks in Singapore.
- Active Ageing Seniors Programme (AASP)
This programme was set up in line with the national agenda of engaging seniors with the community, thereby keeping them healthy and active physically and mentally.
http://www.rsvp.org.sg/volunteer/active-ageing-seniors-programme-aasp
- Council for 3rd Age (C3A)
Council For Third Age, C3A was set up in May, 2007 with the role of promoting active ageing in Singapore. Amidst a dynamic and evolving active ageing landscape, C3A has evolved to play a catalytic role in promoting active living, with its focus on lifelong learning, social gerontology and instilling optimism on senior employability.
http://www.c3a.org.sg/Home_process.do
Eating Well as You Age. Nutrition and Diet Tips for Healthy Eating as You Age
For older adults, the benefits of adopting a healthy diet include increased mental acuteness, resistance to illness and disease, higher energy levels, faster recuperation times, and better management of chronic health problems.