Any type of exercise is beneficial to your health. Some types of exercises are easier to do than others due to mobility issues. However, no matter what your physical condition, you should strive to include three different types in your daily routine: Cardiovascular exercise to increase endurance and raise heart rate. Walking, running, dancing, tennis or swimming are […]
Improved Fitness Could Lower Prostate Cancer Risk by Up to 35 Percent
Exercises that increase your heart rate can improve hormone levels, immune health, and inflammation. All of these are important factors for cancer risk. A new study suggests that they may also be able to reduce their risk of prostate cancer. According to a new study, they could also reduce their risk for prostate carcinoma. Researchers analyzed data […]
How Much Water Should you be Drinking?
A registered dietitian goes over how much water you should be drinking and offers some other ways to help stay hydrated. If you began dieting in the New Year, you should also make sure that you are drinking enough water. It’s not only good for weight loss, it’s also vital to our overall health. How […]
How does a CPAP machine work to help with sleep apnea?
CPAP machines provide continuous air pressure that keeps the airways open while sleeping. CPAP therapy may be prescribed by doctors to people with symptoms of sleep apnea. A continuous positive pressure machine (CPAP) is a breathing apparatus with a mask people place over their nose or mouth. A tube connects to the motor of the device, […]
15 Home Care Products for Older Adults
By 2034, the number of adults over age 65 is expected to be larger than the number of children in the United States for the first time in history. Having so many older adults means that the need for caregivers will continue to increase. As a caregiver, you may have to assist with ADLs (activities […]
Renovations to Make Aging at Home Easier
As you or a loved one age, your home might need to be adapted in order to accommodate lifestyle changes and to maintain independence. Over 41% of people plan to remain in their homes until they are 81 years old or older. As you age, it is important to adapt your home gradually to increase maneuverability. Plan ahead […]