Better with Age

A Health and Wellness Blog for Active Seniors

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5 Exercises for Better Stability

At a younger age, when we are spritely and adventurous, the concept of balance isn't something we think about often. However, as we age, our ability to remain steady is compromised due to various reasons. For starters, the slowed-down metabolism rate makes seniors experience a decline in physical fitness. Additionally, they start to grapple with multiple issues, including eyesight problems, muscle loss, age-related ailments and side effects of medications. All...

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October 8th, 2019

10 Signs of Mental Health Conditions in Older Adults

Almost 20 percent of all adults age 55 and over have experienced some type of mental health concern, with one in three of these at-risk adults going undiagnosed and without treatment.

October 1st, 2019

7 Ways Preventive Medicine Can Help People Over 65

Preventive medicine represents one of the most significant advances in healthcare over the last 40 years, with the ability to offer early detection and treatment of diseases before they become life-threatening.

September 26th, 2019

5 Tips to Becoming a SuperAger

More people than ever before are living active lives well into their 80s or 90s. The healthcare field refers to these people as SuperAgers. But what does it take to become a SuperAger?

September 24th, 2019

How to Identify the Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease

If you have concerns about a loved one’s memory or cognitive abilities, then you will want to know the 10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.

September 19th, 2019

7 Tips for Falls Prevention Awareness Day

September 23rd is Falls Prevention Awareness Day. We suggest you commemorate the day by taking preventative measures against a fall.

September 17th, 2019

Improve Your Balance with Yoga

Falls are a risk to seniors, but activities like yoga can reduce the risk of falling. Explore yoga poses for improved balance.

September 12th, 2019

5 Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp (and Maybe Learn a New Skill)

Whether you’re looking to stave off memory loss, or you just want to improve the health of your brain, then you need to stay mentally stimulated.

September 10th, 2019

Be Ready for Emergencies with a Medical Alert System

Are you ready should an emergency occur? Few things can help older adults prepare for an emergency better than a medical alert system.

September 5th, 2019

What Causes Dizzy Spells?

There are numerous reasons why you can feel dizzy, and some of these problems are easy to overcome. Here are some common reasons for having a dizzy spell.

September 3rd, 2019

Healthy Aging Is the Key to Independent Living

In honor of Healthy Aging Month this September, here are some tips on staying healthy through the years so that you can thrive living on your own.

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