Help, I can’t sleep!
Sleep deprivation contributes to memory problems, concentration issues, depression, agitation levels, and irritability. It affects balance and co-ordination, and it lowers the body’s immune system functioning. The simple and inescapable fact is – the body needs...
The link between Vision Health and Behavioural changes
People often think that failing vision comes hand in hand with getting older, but nothing could be further from the truth! Some people in their 90’s still have excellent vision. Good vision is all about care and maintenance. Yes, a certain amount of deterioration is...
How Much Calcium Do You Actually Need?
Most of us learn that calcium is essential for bone health in school – but the truth is our body needs calcium for other important functions as well, including those involving muscles, nerves, blood vessels, and the release of hormones and enzymes. It follows....
How to prevent a heart attack and stroke
6 Tips from a Cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn is a cardiologist who specialises in the prevention and reversal of heart disease. In this article, he shares his 6 best tips, a list of 6 questions to ask and tests to request to ensure the best possible care for your older...
Maintaining Healthy Joints
You don’t need to overhaul your entire lifestyle to keep your joints in good shape. With just a bit of extra care and attention, you can avoid bad habits that lead to long-term problems. A little effort goes a long way in relieving and preventing joint pain,...
Understanding Pneumonia in Older Adults
Pneumonia is a common illness that affects millions of people annually. While pneumonia can occur at any age, it is most prevalent and severe in older adults – just not for the reasons, one would expect! The following article unpacks the need-to-know essentials...
Sugar and the risk of falling
Did you know that recent studies show a correlation between sugar intake and the risk of falling among older men and women? Granted, there’s nothing quite as sweet as adding a little sugar to your tea, or a cold coke on a hot day, but is it good for you? The...
Are you getting enough Vitamin D?
Are you short of Vitamin D? Vitamin D deficiency is a global health problem, affecting millions of people around the world. You probably know that a Vitamin D deficiency is caused by insufficient exposure to sunlight. In and of itself that doesn’t sound to serious,...