What do you get someone who has — or has had– everything? That may be the question you’re asking yourself when trying to figure out what to get your parents. This may be an even bigger challenge if they live in an senior living facility, where their living space is limited and...[READ MORE]
WINTER HEALTH WATCH
At Parkwood Heights Senior Living Campus Elders are a lot more sensitive to the cold and often neglect some essentials during the winter. You can help keep them healthy and happy by just paying attention to a few life essentials. Sunlight The golden rays of the sun are vital to us all, espec...[READ MORE]
EAT HEALTHY THROUGH THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Provided by: Marsha Fuller, RD, CDN, Dietary Consultant for Parkwood Heights Senior Living The holiday season is a time to celebrate with family and friends. Sometimes, for many it becomes a time for over-eating and weight gain. According to the National Institutes of Health, holiday eating can ...[READ MORE]
ARE YOU GREATIVELY AGING?
It’s the downside of aging that we hear a lot about and it is true, there are “issues” to deal with, but there’s also a lot of good news about aging. Like most things in life, it all begins with attitude. Our aging experience has no limits except for those we put upon our...[READ MORE]
CAN CHICKPEAS AND LENTILS HELP CONTROL DIABETES?
By Laura Blue They’re a common part of traditional diets in India and Latin America, but in western repasts, legumes or pulses — that’s lentils, dried beans, and chick peas — have generally been a culinary afterthought. That may soon change, however, thanks to new resear...[READ MORE]
SESAME AND BRN OIL LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE, IMPROVES CHOLESTERAL
A study finds cooking with a novel ingredient has significant health benefits People who cook with a blend of sesame and rice bran oils saw a significant drop in blood pressure and improved cholesterol levels, according to new research The researchers found cooking with a combination of these oi...[READ MORE]
THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF EATING ALONE
In this fast-paced world, few families make time to eat together anymore. And because eating alone—and on the go—is becoming more common, nutrition usually suffers. That may be especially true for seniors. Cooking for one person can be harder because they have to scale down recipes, ...[READ MORE]
HOW TO DECIDE BETWEEN KEEPING SOMEONE HOME OR FINDING A COMMUNITY
Many families struggle every day to make decisions about the best living situation for their aging parent. Most seniors, if given the choice, would choose to remain in their own home for as long as possible, and most families want to respect that choice. What is it that makes staying home possi...[READ MORE]
7 Benefits of laughter
Laughter truly is the best medicine. And, now science proves some of its many benefits. Here are seven reasons to laugh longer, harder, and more often: In a recent study published in Geriatrics and Gerontology International, researchers found that laughter therapy reduced depression i...[READ MORE]
20 SECONDS THAT MIGHT SAVE YOUR LIFE
Keeping hands clean through improved hand hygiene is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. If clean, running water is not accessible, as is ...[READ MORE]
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- EAT HEALTHY THROUGH THE HOLIDAY SEASON
- ARE YOU GREATIVELY AGING?
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- SESAME AND BRN OIL LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE, IMPROVES CHOLESTERAL
- THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF EATING ALONE
- HOW TO DECIDE BETWEEN KEEPING SOMEONE HOME OR FINDING A COMMUNITY
- 7 Benefits of laughter
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